The Idler Academy
of Philosophy, Husbandry and Merriment
A Drink with the Idler | Simon Garfield on the History of the Pen
Join "A Drink with the Idler" as we interview author Simon Garfield about the intriguing history of the pen.
A Drink with the Idler | Carlo Rovelli on the Equality of All Things
Join "A Drink with the Idler" as we interview writer and theoretical physicist Carlo Rovelli about the strangeness of reality through the lens of modern physics.
A Drink with the Idler | Joad Raymond Wren on The Uses of Utopia
Join "A Drink with the Idler" as we interview writer and historian Joad Raymond Wren about the utopias that have been dreamt up throughout history – and how we can apply them now.
A Drink with the Idler | Sarah Clegg on Perilous Enchantment
Join "A Drink with the Idler" as we interview author Sarah Clegg about the curious and real history of the creatures that have beguiled, tricked, terrified, seduced and enchanted us for millennia.
A Drink with the Idler | Thomas W. Laqueur on The Dog’s Gaze
Join "A Drink with the Idler" as we interview cultural historian Thomas W. Laqueur about the role dogs play in some of the greatest works of art.
A Drink with the Idler | Michael Pollan on Consciousness
Join "A Drink with the Idler" as we chat to Michael Pollan on the mysteries of thoughts, feelings, and our sense of self.
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An Introduction to Calligraphy with Susie Deane
Arts & Crafts
Try your hand at calligraphy with an expert teacher.
Christmas Calligraphy with Susie Deane
Arts & Crafts
Susie Deane’s Christmas Calligraphy provides original ideas for Christmas card designs, gift tags, table
Consider the Trees with Colin Tudge
Arts, Crafts & Husbandry
Immerse yourself in the science and poetry of trees with biologist Colin Tudge
How to Cook Ghanaian with Zoe Adjonyoh
Arts, Crafts & Husbandry
Learn to cook Zoe’s easy and delicious signature recipes, using typical West African ingredients and techniques.
How to Read the Tarot with Daisy Waugh
Arts, Crafts & Husbandry
Join novelist and Tarot reader Daisy Waugh for an introductory guide to reading the mystical deck.
Improve Your Handwriting with Susie Deane
Arts, Crafts & Husbandry
Improve Your Handwriting with Susie Deane
Over the course of eight lessons, we will diagnose your
Seaweed Foraging with Lucia Stuart
Arts, Crafts & Husbandry
Join experienced forager chef Lucia Stuart for an online course on how to collect, identify and cook with seaweed.
The Guide to Idle Beekeeping with Bill Anderson
Arts & Crafts
In The Guide to Idle Beekeeping online course urban bee-keeper Bill Anderson teaches you everything you need to know to get started in beekeeping, from catching a swarm to making mead. He teaches you a special technique for insulating hives, how to build your own hive, how to harvest honey and how to make delicious mead.
The Happy Kitchen: Good Mood Food with Rachel Kelly and Alice Mackintosh
Arts, Crafts & Husbandry
Learn to harness the power of Good Mood Food with seven delicious and nutritious recipes.
The History of the English Garden with Tim Richardson
Arts, Crafts & Husbandry
Join art critic and garden historian Tim Richardson for his illustrated tour of the English garden and discover the art and politics that have influenced its evolving style over four centuries.
The Idler Guide to Growing Vegetables and Herbs with Alys Fowler
Online course
All you need to know about growing your own fruit and vegetables, the easy and organic way
The Idler History of Cooking in Six Chapters with Rowley Leigh
Arts, Crafts & Husbandry
The great chef Rowley Leigh traces man’s culinary evolution through six films with simple recipes
