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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Business for Bohemians with Tom Hodgkinson
Business
What is your ideal way of living? Do you want to make money and still live well? Perhaps you can! Discover how to be a bohemian in business with Tom Hodgkinson.
How to Fix the Future with Andrew Keen and Tom Hodgkinson
Online course
Taking back the power from the digital overlords
Playing Shop with Cath Kidston
Online course
Learn about Cath Kidston’s business journey in this six-part course
Self-Publish Your Book (beautifully) with Simon Petherick
Online course
Our guide to producing, marketing and selling a beautiful book
The Idler Guide to Negotiation with Hilary Gallo
Business
Learn the art of gentle negotiation with former corporate lawyer Hilary Gallo.
The Idler Introduction to Bitcoin with Dominic Frisby
Online course
If you’re confused about Bitcoin, Cryptocurrencies and the Blockchain, then worry no more.
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