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Nick Hennegan's Bohemian Britain
By Nick HenneganArts
Nick Hennegan's Bohemian Britain episodes
- Celebrating National Poetry in TWO countries. In a Pub!
Nick Hennegan is in a pub in Wales, celebrating national poetry of TWO countries. With contributions from T. Lew Jones, Dylan Thomas and John Keats.
www.BohemianBritain.com
30 min - Celebrating the birthday of T. S. Eliot!
Nick Hennegan celebrates the birthday of one of the most famous writers of all time - Thomas Stearns Eliot. With contributions from Y.B Yeats... and Taylor Swift!
www.BohemianBritain.com
30 min - Stars at the Chiswick Book Festival!
A new season of 'Literary London' on Resonance 104.4fm starts - with the live video on www.BohemianBritain.com.
Nick Hennegan talks to Torin Douglas about the Chiswick Book Festival in West London, featuring workshops and events with Jeremy Vine, Jeremy Hunt, Reeta Chakrabarti, Jeffrey Holland, Gill Hornby, Lyse Doucet, Fee Man, Sam Cullen and others.
www.ChiswickBookFestival.net
28 min - Inside the mind of Aldous Huxley
Nick Hennegan goes inside the mind of English writer Aldous Huxley, who discusses a range of profound topics, including the literary contributions of D.H. Lawrence, James Joyce and Marcel Proust. Huxley explores the intricate dynamics of relationships, delving into the complexities of human connections and their impact on individual lives.
His thoughts span various elements of life, emphasizing the interplay between personal experiences and broader societal themes. Huxley reflects on the significance of literature as a mirror to the human condition, drawing parallels between the struggles of his contemporaries and his own existential musings.
Moreover, he examines the theme of human desire—how it informs our aspirations and often leads to disillusionment. This dialogue between Huxley and the existential questions posed by his literary peers sheds light on the enduring quest for meaning in a rapidly evolving world.
Through Huxley's lens, we are invited to consider the depths of creativity, the spiral of thought that connects writers across generations, and the timelessness of the human experience, all while navigating adult themes that challenge societal norms and philosophical boundaries.
www.BohemianBritain.com
28 min - The Genius of Ernest Hemingway - live!
Just back from the USA, Nick Hennegan celebrates the birthday of Ernest Hemingway, one its greatest writers, with some rarely heard recordings.
30 min - Orwell, Birthdays and requests!
Nick Hennegan celebrates the birthday of George Orwell and plays some requests - including one of his own songs!
30 min - The genius of W.B. Yeats - live from Dublin!
Nick Hennegan introduces a rare conversation with Irish writer and critic Ulick O'Connor on the worldwide influence of W.B. Yeats, live from Dublin's Mill Theatre
www.BohemianBritain.com
30 min - Bohemian Bedford Park, London.
Nick Hennegan talks to Irish poet Cahal Dallat about the 150th anniversary of the first Garden Suburb, and its influences, not just in London, but around the world!
www.BohemianBritain.com
28 min - The Genius of Bob Dylan.
As Bob Dylan celebrates his 84th Birthday, Nick Hennegan looks at his background, legacy… and first appearances in London.
www.BohemianBritain.com
30 min - Celebrating Dylan Thomas
Nick Hennegan celebrates the Welsh Wizard on International Dylan Thomas Day.
BohemianBritain.com
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About Nick Hennegan's Bohemian Britain
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A show from the West End of London, England about pubs, writers, attractions, theatre and a bohemian lifestyle. Includes Best Bohemian Boozers, sometimes. The Edinburgh Festival and occasional Theatre…
reviews. And how to get life wrong, often.
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