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Biography Central (formerly BioEpic) is a podcast in which we invite you to join us deep in the basement of Kensington Central Library in London, amongst the shelves of our unique Special Collection of Biographies. Here you will find around 90,000 biographical books spanning 200 years of publishing awaiting your perusal. In each episode we will focus on a particular biography and learn about a fascinating person and their impact on our world. Staff from Kensington Central Library and regular guests will whet your appetite to learn more about a range of individuals from all walks of life.
- 20 - Episode 20 - Alan Cumming
For this episode, we were delighted to welcome Iraklis Kolokotronis, Head of Early Years and Children's Services for the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Listen in as Iraklis talks to Claudia about Not My Father's Son by actor and activist Alan Cumming. Iraklis discusses why he chose this memoir of a traumatic childhood and its aftermath, and what it meant for him. He also tells us about Cumming's importance to the LGBTQIA+ community, and gives us an insight into the thriving Proud Network. Please be aware that this episode contains references to child abuse.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 37min - 19 - Biography Central Episode 19 - The Five
Naomi Kelly from Victoria Library is our guest for this episode. Join her and Claudia as we discuss The Five by Hallie Rubenhold, which uncovers the lives of the five women killed by the unidentified murderer known as "Jack the Ripper". What does this book have to teach us about the lives of women in Victorian London, and how has it made us question the ways in which these terrible crimes and their victims have been viewed over the decades?
Fri, 01 Sep 2023 - 57min - 18 - Episode 18 - John Menlove EdwardsFri, 30 Jun 2023 - 25min
- 17 - Biography Central Episode 17 - Amy Ashwood Garvey
Join Claudia and Jackie as they share their fascination with the extraordinary Amy Ashwood Garvey. What did her biography by Tony Martin reveal about her life, her relationship with Marcus Garvey, and her connection to our borough, and how did learning about her lead us to revisit one of the most painful moments of our local history?
Tue, 30 May 2023 - 56min - 16 - Biography Central Episode 16 - J. R. R. TolkienFri, 21 Apr 2023 - 40min
- 15 - Episode 15 - Inspiration for Women's History MonthThu, 30 Mar 2023 - 51min
- 14 - Biography Central Episode 14 - ColetteWed, 18 Jan 2023 - 29min
- 13 - Biography Central Episode 13 - Therese Humbert
In the Special Collection of Biographies at Kensington Central Library, we are commemorating the centenary of the death of Marcel Proust on November 18th. In this episode, Claudia looks at a fascinating figure who frequented the glamorous world of La Belle Epoque which Proust described in his novels. Discover the bizarre life of Therese Humbert, through a dip into Hilary Spurling's biography La Grande Therese. Swindler and conwoman extraordinaire, Therese built a sparkling world and drew many of the great and good into it - when it was discovered that it was built on an intricate web of lies, her downfall was catastrophic. You can see our display on Proust and his world in Kensington Central Library, and follow our blog at https://rbkclibraries.wordpress.com/2022/11/13/biographies-from-the-basement-marcel-proust/
Wed, 16 Nov 2022 - 20min - 12 - Biography Central - Episode 12: Black History Month: Una Marson
Join Claudia Jessop and Jackie Hastick as they discuss another fascinating biography from the Special Collection of Biographies at Kensington Central Library in London. For Black History Month, discover the remarkable poet, playwright, broadcaster and activist Una Marson as described by Delia Jarrett-Macauley in Una Marson 1905-65, Manchester University Press, 1998 and 2010.
Mon, 10 Oct 2022 - 50min - 11 - Biography Central - Episode 11: Beauford DelaneyMon, 28 Feb 2022 - 29min
- 10 - BioEpic - Episode 10 - Mary Seacole for Black History MonthWed, 13 Oct 2021 - 1h 02min
- 9 - BioEpic - Episode 9 - Ordinary LivesSun, 01 Aug 2021 - 21min
- 8 - BioEpic Episode 8 - Kenneth WilliamsWed, 30 Jun 2021 - 38min
- 7 - BioEpic - Episode 2 - Aleister CrowleyWed, 02 Jun 2021 - 39min
- 6 - BioEpic - Episode 1 - Claudia JonesWed, 02 Jun 2021 - 27min
- 5 - BioEpic - Episode 7 - Lady Charlotte Guest
Once again, we delve into our Biography Store Collection to explore the life of Lady Charlotte Guest, who translated the earliest works of Welsh prose, the Mabinogion, and which had a remarkable cultural impact on 19th century society. Joining us is Dr Mary-Ann Constantine from the University of Wales Centre for Advanced Welsh and Celtic Studies. We chat about Charlotte's influences, her work and life and her legacy on our world. We hope you enjoy it!
Tue, 25 May 2021 - 28min - 4 - BioEpic - Episode 6 - James BaldwinThu, 08 Apr 2021 - 44min
- 3 - BioEpic - Episode 3 - Charles Dickens
Merry Christmas! Tis the season and we could not let it go by without discussing the great Charles Dickens and to ponder his life, Christmas traditions, the publishing industry and the legacy of this literary phenomenon.
Claudia and Katie are joined by Joe Gardner of the Museum of London and formerly of the Charles Dickens Museum.
Fri, 26 Mar 2021 - 33min - 2 - BioEpic Episode 5 - Fanny CradockFri, 19 Feb 2021 - 33min
- 1 - BioEpic - Episode 4 - Kay SummersbyWed, 20 Jan 2021 - 35min
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