Leon Trotsky
Christopher Hitchens nominates Leon Trotsky, hero of the Russian Revolution.
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Series 10
Max Miller
Garry Bushell nominates the 'cheeky chappie' who portrayed the voice of the working class.
Eleanor Roosevelt
Helena Kennedy champions Eleanor Roosevelt, who become a formidable campaigner.
WH Auden
Jeremy Vine is joined by Richard Davenport-Hines to explore the life and work of WH Auden.
Nina Simone
Joanna MacGregor talks about the acclaimed chanteuse, pianist, composer and activist.
Charles Darwin
Businessman and academic Adair Turner talks about the life of Charles Darwin.