Heywood Literary Festival is bringing literature, history, and thought-provoking discussions straight to you with our brand-new podcast series, launching every Friday. Featuring exclusive interviews with leading authors, historians, and journalists, this series is your backstage pass to some of the most compelling voices in contemporary writing. And for those eager to see Richard Dawkins live at Heywood House, tickets are available only to subscribers with the passcode DANBY2025—get yours now at our ticket shop HERE.
Chris Blackhurst: The World’s Biggest Cash Machine
One of our first podcasts is renowned journalist Chris Blackhurst, who brought decades of investigative experience to the table at our 2024 show. His podcast episode explores his book The World’s Biggest Cash Machine, a fascinating deep dive into the financial empire of Manchester United, revealing how the world’s most famous football club became a business powerhouse covered in murky deals, big egos and, uh, dodgy race horse deals.
But that’s not all—Blackhurst will also be appearing live at Heywood Literary Festival this year to discuss his explosive, headline making book Too Big to Jail: Inside HSBC, the Mexican Drug Cartels and the Greatest Banking Scandal of the Century. This eye-opening investigation into global finance and corruption shook the world and you will have an exclusive opportunity to hear him dissect the shocking truths behind the banking industry’s darkest secrets.
Dan Jones: Henry V Like You’ve Never Heard Before
Also featured in our launch lineup is bestselling historian Dan Jones, who joined us last year to discuss his latest book Henry V: the astonishing rise of England’s Greatest Warrior King. Jones brought his signature storytelling flair to packed Heywood House to unpack the legend of one of England’s most celebrated kings, exploring the power, battles, and intrigue that shaped the medieval world.
Don’t Miss Out – More Literary Stars to Come
Heywood Literary Festival 2025 has an incredible lineup of speakers beyond our podcast guests. Samantha Harvey, winner of the Booker Prize, will discuss her mesmerizing novel Orbital, while Andrew Ziminski, master stonemason and historian, will delve into the fascinating world of medieval stonemasonry.
Visit the Heywood House Talks main page to see the full list of upcoming speakers and events.
New podcast episodes drop every Friday—so stay tuned for more gripping conversations with today’s top authors and thinkers.
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