The Right Stuff

Gerry Northam presents two programmes which follow the progress of would-be chief constables through a six-month course for high-flyers at Bramshill Police College.

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20081111

Michael Portillo considers the enduring influence of the writer and philosopher Ayn Rand and questions whether her work remains the blueprint for a literature of the political right.

With contributions from contemporaries and critics, he explores the origins and impact of Rand's writings and considers how, while always controversial, her ideas nevertheless continue to offer a stimulating commentary on the contemporary political landscape.

20000124

The candidates compete for selection and tackle the controversial issue of race equality.

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20000131

This week, the challenge of leadership.

Episodes

Episode	First Broadcast	Comments
	20081111	Michael Portillo considers the enduring influence of the writer and philosopher Ayn Rand and questions whether her work remains the blueprint for a literature of the political right. With contributions from contemporaries and critics, he explores the origins and impact of Rand's writings and considers how, while always controversial, her ideas nevertheless continue to offer a stimulating commentary on the contemporary political landscape.
01	20000124	The candidates compete for selection and tackle the controversial issue of race equality.
02 LAST	20000131	This week, the challenge of leadership.