Rob Newman's Half-full Philosophy Hour

Mixing stand-up and sketches, comedian Rob Newman tackles a series of weighty topics.

Episodes

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013000 Years Of Bad Ideas2020100620201013 (BBC7)
20201014 (BBC7)
One of Britain's finest comedians Rob Newman returns with a brand new series that plunges into the world of philosophy. In episode one, he reveals why James Bond is inspired by Nietzsche, and why horny wood wasps might take issue with Einstein.

Written and performed by Rob Newman

Produced by Jon Harvey

Executive Producer: Polly Thomas

A Naked production for BBC Radio 4

Rob traverses the world of philosophy to reveal James Bond is inspired by Nietzsche.

02The New Forest Festival Of Stoic Philosophy2020101320201020 (BBC7)
20201021 (BBC7)
Rob tells the story of a Stoic philosophy festival and his part in its downfall.
03On Being Above The Law2020102020201027 (BBC7)
20201028 (BBC7)
What if the Right Side of History is the Wrong Side of Nature? asks multi-award-winning comedian Rob Newman. And how do we break up Big Tech before Big Tech breaks us?

Written and performed by Rob Newman

Guest starring Kathy Clugston and Diana Speed

Produced by Jon Harvey

A Naked production for BBC Radio 4

What if the Right Side of History is the Wrong Side of Nature? asks comic Rob Newman.

04 LASTWhat Is A City For?2020102720201103 (BBC7)
20201104 (BBC7)
Rob unearths the hidden philosophies that shape our towns and cities.