Peter Conrad dissects the popular culture of our era. In this episode, Oscar Pistorius. Read more
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Oscar Pistorius
Peter Conrad dissects the popular culture of our era. In this episode, Oscar Pistorius.
The Kardashians
Peter Conrad explores the phenomenon of reality TV celebrities the Kardashians.
The Cronut
Peter Conrad focuses on the cronut, a cross between a croissant and a doughnut.
The E-Cigarette
Peter Conrad explores the rise of the electronic cigarette.
The Selfie
Peter Conrad analyses the selfie.
Flight MH370
Peter Conrad dissects popular culture including the missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370
Her Majesty the Queen
Peter Conrad considers the long-reigning British monarch, Queen Elizabeth II.
The Oyster Card
Peter Conrad looks at the electronic travel card used on public transport in London.
The E-Reader
Peter Conrad turns his attention to the e-reader.
The 9/11 Museum
Peter Conrad turns his attention to the 9/11 museum.
Omnibus, Part 1
Peter Conrad analyses 21st-century popular culture in the spirit of Roland Barthes.
Omnibus, Part 2
Peter Conrad dissects the popular culture of his era.
