Welcome to our #TheakstonAward podcast, a series of interviews with the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel Of The Year 2022 longlisted authors.

The Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel Of The Year is the most coveted award in crime fiction, curated and produced by Harrogate International Festivals, in partnership with Theakston Old Peculier, The Express and Waterstones.

To find out more about each of the 18 books on the longlist, to buy your copy, or to vote for your favourite to make the shortlist, please visit www.harrogatetheakstoncrimeaward.com

Vaseem Khan - Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year 2022 Interview

Marie Tierney – Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025 Longlist Interview

Celebrated historical fiction author, Victoria Hislop, speaks to Matt Stadlen as part of Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival 2024. Her latest novel, The Figurine, weaves a tale of history, art and love.

Hislop discusses her first foray into the world of archeology as well as the inspiration behind the novel, the significance of cultural heritage and her passion for Greek history.

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Victoria Hislop

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Tune in as cricketing legend, Monty Panesar, shares the view from his front row seat as he recounts some of the greatest dramas in English cricket, along with his own inspiring story. Interviewed by Matt Stadlen as part of Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival 2024.

His autobiography, The Full Monty, is the hilarious, poignant and uplifting story of his life and career, from a happy, cricket-filled childhood in Luton to how he confronted and overcame his issues to regain his place as a national treasure.

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This content is free but if you are able to, we would greatly appreciate any donations to our arts charity.

Monty Panesar

Tackling climate change is one of the most pressing challenges facing the world today, but what actions actually make a difference? In this episode of HIF Player,  Mike Berners-Lee, author of acclaimed books such as How Bad Are Bananas and There Is No Planet B, discusses climate action asks "who is really in control?" Recorded live as part of Berwins Salon North.

Podcast Music by Joseph McDade.

This content is free but if you are able to, we would greatly appreciate any donations to our arts charity.

Mike Berners-Lee

Tune in as journalist, commentator, and author, Kat Brown, smashes the stereotypical idea of ADHD with scientific evidence, historical context and provides practical support for ADHD minds as part of Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival 2024.

Her book, It's Not A Bloody Trend, is based on Kat’s life experience and extensive interview with leading clinical experience and ADHDers, this podcast is for anyone wondering if what’s always been ‘wrong’ with them might just be undiagnosed ADHD.

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This content is free but if you are able to, we would greatly appreciate any donations to our arts charity.

Kat Brown

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From world exclusive events with international best-sellers, to launching the careers of debut authors, the HIF Player Podcast brings the literary conversations from Harrogate International Festivals' famous stage to audiences around the world.

Vaseem Khan - Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year 2022 Interview

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