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Objects of Desire

Matthew Sweet explores how the things people accumulate say more than expected about who they are.

Radio 4,5 episodes

Episodes

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The Nest
Matthew Sweet explores the relationships we have with our childhood homes.
14 Oct 2016,12 mins
The Unlovely
Matthew Sweet explores how we make space for unwanted gifts and stuff we just plain hate.
13 Oct 2016,12 mins
Order and Territory
Matthew Sweet and guests reflect on our need to order our homes and create personal space.
12 Oct 2016,12 mins
Dream Catcher
Matthew Sweet explores how objects connect us to particular people and memories.
11 Oct 2016,12 mins
Such Stuff
Matthew Sweet explores the philosophical background to our relationship with things.
10 Oct 2016,12 mins