The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters

This week Beau starts a series looking at the life and times of Constantine The Great, beginning with the back-story of the third century, talking about the so-called ‘Crisis of the Third Century’, then the reign of the Emperor Diocletian.

In this episode of Chronicles, Luca discusses Timon of Athens by William Shakespeare. He explores the play's complicated history, its social themes, and its chief characters.

Carl and Nick are joined by Kai Stephens to speak the unspeakable, read some banned books, and watch British politics fall apart in the most embarrassing fashion.

Beau discusses today's papers and gives you an overview of the day's news. Live 8-9am GMT on weekdays.

Carl and Dan discuss how the last men of Blairism are drifting off on a ship of fools.