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Something to Declare

Something to Declare takes you around the world to explore how ancient wisdom from other cultures can help us understand and maybe even improve our own lives.

Radio 4,13 episodes

Episodes

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How to Laugh It Off
Jack Boswell explores craic, the Irish way of blending humour, stories and shared joy.
17 Jan 2025,15 mins
How to Rise to the Challenge
Jack Boswell explores Finland's sisu - a powerful inner strength in times of struggle.
10 Jan 2025,14 mins
How to Tune into Your Surroundings
Jack Boswell explores flânerie, the French art of strolling and finding beauty in life.
03 Jan 2025,14 mins
How to Take a Break
Jack Boswell explores Sweden's Fika, a tradition of taking breaks with others.
27 Dec 2024,15 mins
How to Treat Others with Reverence
Jack Boswell explores taarof, an Iranian custom where respect and courtesy deepen bonds.
20 Dec 2024,14 mins
How to Appreciate What Matters
Jack Boswell learns how Andean traditions inspire us to appreciate what truly matters most
13 Dec 2024,15 mins
How to Nurture Community
Jack Boswell explores Ubuntu, the South African philosophy of connection and humanity.
06 Dec 2024,14 mins
How to Make Peace With the Past
Jack Boswell delves into saudade, the bittersweet art of longing, memory, and resilience.
29 Nov 2024,15 mins
How to Read Beyond the Room
Jack Boswell explores Nunchi, the Korean art of reading unspoken cues to foster connection
22 Nov 2024,15 mins
How to Build for Our Future
Jack Boswell explores how India’s living bridges teach us to build a sustainable future.
15 Nov 2024,14 mins
How to Embrace Imperfection
Jack Boswell explores Japan's Wabi Sabi - finding beauty in imperfection and transience.
08 Nov 2024,14 mins
How to Celebrate Life after Death
Jack Boswell delves into how Mexico's 'Day of the Dead' reframes our outlook on death.
01 Nov 2024,14 mins
Welcome to Something to Declare
Jack Boswell explores how other cultures handle the universal problems we face at home.
24 Oct 2024,1 min