Something Understood Episodes Episode guide
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Art of Prediction
Mark Tully polishes his crystal ball and ponders the value of prediction.
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Hymns
Mark Tully explores the history and enduring power of hymns.
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Faith on the Frontline
Jo Fidgen considers the challenges faced by soldiers with religious faith in wartime.
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On the Edge
Mark Tully considers those on the edge - who don't belong - and the insights they bring.
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Open
Professor Peter King explores what it means to be open in life.
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Rhythm
Mark Tully asks why we find rhythm so fascinating and discovers how it governs our lives.
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The Two Sides of Hope
We think of hope as such a positive thing but Mark Tully considers the dangers of optimism
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Keeping Time
Irma Kurtz reflects on clocks and our need to measure time.
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Everything Has Its Place
Felicity Finch reflects on how much we feel the need for order in our lives.
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First Impressions
Mark Tully asks if we should rely on first impressions or take more time to form opinions.
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Colours of Religion
Mark Tully attends Holi and asks what the religious significance of colour is.
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Yours Truly
Julie Shapiro reflects on the value of old-fashioned letter-writing.
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Trains
'Trains are made for meditation' - Mark Tully celebrates the beauty of rail travel.
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Happy Accidents
Irma Kurtz considers how serendipity moulds our lives and influences our lives.
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No East and West in Our Round World
Dr Mustapha explores the idea that the earth is one country and we are all its citizens
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06/03/2011
Mark Tully considers Abraham's legacy for Judaism, Islam and Christianity.
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The Disguise
Sarah Cuddon explores how taking on an assumed name becomes an experiment in identity.
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Time Has Told Me
Fergal Keane reflects on the importance of real life experience.
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Spiritual Energy
Mark Tully asks if spiritual energy exists, where it might be, and how we can tap into it.
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Blunt Speaking
Alastair Campbell tells Mark Tully his blunt speaking reputation isn't entirely accurate.
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The Midst of Life
Teresa Morgan explores ways of thinking about middle age.
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Freedom From Control
Mark Tully considers that, for some, creativity is only possible when control is abandoned
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Freedom and Control
Mark Tully considers the paradox that controls can create a sense of freedom & creativity.
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The Horse: A Special Gift to Mankind
Mark Tully looks at the spiritual, symbolic and personal appeal of horses.
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Place of Safety
Mark Tully contemplates our need for security, and the places of safety we yearn for.
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Childhood Innocence
Jonathan Charles considers the innocence of children.
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Stories of the Nativity
Mark Tully considers the significance of traditional nativity stories.
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On Walking
Melissa Viney reflects on the physical and spiritual benefits of walking.
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The Poetry of Healing
Poet Kenneth Steven reflects on poetry that brings healing to the heart.
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I Don't Believe in Being Lost
Broadcaster Anita Rani explores the significance of being lost, physically and spiritually
