Series Two — Gone to Timbuktu

Series Two

Episode One

Paul Theroux

RELEASED 06.02.2025

The American novelist and travel writer Paul Theroux discusses his latest book, Burma Sahib — and describes a life spent on the move from the Marshwood Vale to Myanmar, from Malawi to Mexico.

Episode Two

Jeff Young

RELEASED 20.02.2025

Jeff Young, a Liverpudlian writer, discusses his recent book, Wild Twin, and paints a moving portrait of memories gained and lost. He highlights the vibrant influence of artistic and musical giants, from Joseph Cornell to David Bowie and Werner Herzog.

Episode Three

James Rebanks

RELEASED 06.03.2025

James Rebanks, a farmer and Sunday Times-bestselling writer from the Lake District, discusses his new book, The Place of Tides, revealing a moving story of courage and determination on a remote Norwegian island.

Episode Four

Noreen Masud

RELEASED 20.03.2025

Writer Noreen Masud discusses her book, A Flat Place, delving into how level landscapes – from Pakistan to England’s Suffolk coast — can echo the psychology of complex trauma.

Episode Five

Erling Kagge

RELEASED 03.04.2025

Norwegian polar explorer, author and publisher, Erling Kagge, speaks about his new book, The North Pole: The History of an Obsession — revealing an unexpected parallel between Fridjtof Nansen and dating app, Tinder.

Episode Six

Bruce Parry

RELEASED 10.04.2025

Filmmaker Bruce Parry talks about his return to the BBC with a new three-part series named after his original breakthrough TV documentary Tribe, with travels in Angola, Colombia and Sumba in Indonesia.

Episode Seven

Rob Cowen

RELEASED 17.04.2025

Rob Cowen speaks about his highly original new book, The North Road, exploring over 7,000 years of history on a 400-mile journey through Britain. Along the way, he explores his family’s fascinating biography.

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Gone To Timbuktu is hosted by author and journalist, Sophy Roberts