650. London’s Golden Age: The Mad Life of Dr Johnson (Part 1)
2026-03-09 · 66 min · episode 650 · 9 entities
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Who was Samuel Johnson, the dominant literary celebrity of 18th century London and the man who wrote the Dictionary? Why did his friendship with James Boswell, a sex and celebrity obsessed, but very talented writer, flourish? And, how does this titanic friendship open a window onto Georgian Britain; from slavery to the politics of the day?
Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss one of history’s greatest Englishmen, Samuel Johnson, and his infamous friendship with the man who immortalised him forever, in an age that changed Britain’s politics forever…
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Video Editors: Jack Meek + Harry Swan
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Producers: Tabby Syrett & Aaliyah Akude
Executive Producer: Dom Johnson
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