<p>Richard and Alexis explore the Cosmic Ocean, River Styx and Well of Urd, amongst other aquatic locations, as they discuss water in religion, spiritual beliefs and folklore. Did gods have their particular powers assigned by a committee? Just how far can we interact with Princess Di’s memorial? And what is Richard’s star sign?Presenters: Richard Purnell and Dr Alexis Willett</p><p>Music: Chelsea Hare</p>

Richard and Alexis explore the Cosmic Ocean, River Styx and Well of Urd, amongst other aquatic locations, as they discuss water in religion, spiritual beliefs and folklore. Did gods have their particular powers assigned by a committee? Just how far can we interact with Princess Di’s memorial? And what is Richard’s star sign?Presenters: Richard Purnell and Dr Alexis Willett Music: Chelsea Hare

Cleanse: The Symbolism of Water

With the world becoming ever more complex, comms pro Richard Purnell and science writer Dr Alexis Willett take a leisurely look at how humans are getting on, through the lens of the four classical elements; water, earth, air and fire. Just two people having a chat.

In this first series about water, they explore everything from the pleasures of spa towns and the humble bath, through to power grabs in the Middle East, hovercrafts and murder mysteries. 

If you want a fresh way of looking at the world, without the usual predictable points of view, Elemental Conversations is for you.

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With the world becoming ever more complex, comms pro Richard Purnell and science writer Dr Alexis Willett take a leisurely look at how humans are getting on, through the lens of the four classical elements; water, earth, air and fire. Just two people having a chat. In this first series about water, they explore everything from the pleasures of spa towns and the humble bath, through to power grabs in the Middle East, hovercrafts and murder mysteries. If you want a fresh way of looking at the world, without the usual predictable points of view, Elemental Conversations is for you.

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