Podcasts offer us a fresh way of looking at things, encouraging us to challenge negative ways of thinking. Through them, we can find new ways to be creative and consider options...

All of us face moments when we are presented with a choice: to give up or buckle down. These are ‘sisu moments’, says Finnish writer Joanna Nylund; the times when stoicism can...

The Greek philospher's enquiring mind made him the most influential thinker in history but his uncompromising morals lead him to death at his own hands

The life and complex character of one of Britain's most-loved military heroes.

Patty Hearst falls for her kidnappers and joins them in a daring bank robbery, but how dedicated a criminal was she?

The enduring image of Vikings is of bloodthirsty, rampaging maniacs – yet, as Janina Ramirez reveals, that’s far from the whole truth

William Wallace’s victory at Stirling Bridge inspired the Scots in their struggle against the overlordship of Edward I. Julian Humphrys looks at how and why it happened.

Julian Humphrys unfolds the dramatic events that made the Battle of Stalingrad the most miserable and bloody battle of World War II – and possibly in the history of warfare

When King Henry I’s son died in a tragic sinking, England descended into anarchy, as his daughter and nephew squabbled for the crown. Carl Watkins uncovers the story of...

A clash of egos, armies and honour sees medieval England and France engage in bitter combat