Leaders in SHAPE

The British Academy

Professor Conor Gearty meets the most influential figures within and beyond academia, shaping the fields of social sciences, humanities and the arts.

Episodes4

May 11, 2021 · 44 min
Tristram Hunt
Director of the V&A and former Labour MP Tristram Hunt joins Conor Gearty in conversation.
Apr 27, 2021 · 43 min
Laura Bates
Bestselling writer and founder of the Everyday Sexism Project Laura Bates joins Conor Gearty to discuss her life and career. Please be aware that this episode discusses topics such as online abuse and sexual violence, which some might find triggering.
Mar 2, 2021 · 44 min
Philippe Sands
Author, academic and barrister Philippe Sands joins Conor Gearty to discuss his life and career.
Dec 8, 2020 · 37 min
Hermione Lee
Literary biographer and academic Hermione Lee joins Conor Gearty to discuss her work and latest book 'Tom Stoppard: A Life'.