Medieval parallels
Young, shameless meat
Manchester University may have produced more Nobel Prize winners than any other non-Oxbridge city, yet we can also make a claim no less necessary in retaining the peace and happiness of the human race; the university has produced a veritable bundle of comedy greats over the last 30 years. Where would TV comedy be without Continue Reading
Leonardo’s Dream Machines
Leonardo Da Vinci was, without doubt, one of the greatest minds in human history who is often said to have been, scientifically at least, hundreds of years ahead of his time. However, this seems to be an idea that grates on the modern day scientist who cannot dream of being compared to such a man Continue Reading
Aliens, monsters and psychics
The History Channel would seem like the logical go to for any avid history fan who wanted to learn more about their interest. In reality anyone turning on the History Channel for any real historical insight will be sorely disappointed. However, if crackpot conspiracies, doomsday theories and programmes that have almost nothing to do with Continue Reading
The Ascent of Money
A look at Niall Ferguson’s groundbreaking documentary series on financial history.