Dec 11, 2022 · 30m
Simon Schama meets celebrated Chinese artist Ai Weiwei, who speaks candidly about his life and work, and his determination to preserve truth and memory.
Simon Schama Meets
While making Simon Schama’s History of Now, Simon met several of the most influential contemporary artists working in the world today. In this series of extended interviews, Simon meets Ai Weiwei, Nadya Tolokonnikova and Margaret Atwood, to uncover the personal motivations behind their work and activism, their sense of why art matters, and their unique perspectives on the state of the world today.
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Dec 11, 2022 · 28m
Simon Schama meets Pussy Riot’s Nadya Tolokonnikova, who speaks about her fight to preserve freedom of expression in Putin’s Russia.
Dec 11, 2022 · 30m
Simon Schama meets renowned Canadian author Margaret Atwood to discuss how art and writing can play a crucial role in solving some of the world’s most pressing issues.
Season 1 FAQ
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
When did Simon Schama Meets Season 1 premiere?
Simon Schama Meets Season 1 premiered on December 11, 2022.
How many episodes are in Simon Schama Meets Season 1?
Simon Schama Meets Season 1 has 3 episodes.
What is the first episode of Simon Schama Meets Season 1?
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "Ai Weiwei". It aired on December 11, 2022.
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