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Free Speech

In five essays, author and expert on free speech Timothy Garton Ash examines one of the most hotly debated subjects of our time.

Radio 4,5 episodes

Episodes

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Oxygen of Freedom
An introduction to freedom of speech and why it is important, by Timothy Garton Ash.
11 Apr 2016,15 mins
I'm Offended
Speakers deemed 'offensive' are being banned from universities. What about free speech?
12 Apr 2016,15 mins
Respect Me, Respect My Religion
Is religion a special case where freedom of speech should be curtailed?
13 Apr 2016,15 mins
Media We Need
Timothy Garton Ash asks whether we really have a free press.
14 Apr 2016,15 mins
Big Brother Is Watching
Timothy Garton Ash examines how threats to privacy affect freedom of speech.
15 Apr 2016,15 mins