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Thomas Joshua Cooper is a leading contemporary landscape photographer who came to Scotland to set up the photography department at Glasgow School of Art. He speaks to Ricky about the risks he takes to capture an image; how his art connects him to the earth; and his rich cultural heritage drawing on his Cherokee, Jewish and Christian background.

With the marking of Holocaust Memorial Day we turn our attention to Ravensbruck; the only concentration camp exclusively for women. We hear from Sarah Helm, who has written a book on the subject, capturing the camp's history and sharing the stories of the some of the survivors.

What can a Greek tragedy written over 2,000 years ago possibly say about the current situation in Syria? Georgina Paget, from Syria: The Trojan Women project, and film maker Yasmin Fedda, tell us about a group of Syrian refugees who have taken on the Euripides' play, and why they relate so strongly to the women of Troy.

In this week's Listening Project, Gregor, a shy 11 year old who has had difficulty meeting new people, speaks to his dad Dave about the drama workshops that have done wonders for his confidence.

And as celebrations get underway for Burns Day, David Hopes, Director of Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, shares what the importance was of values and faith in the Bard's life.