Better Known

Ivan Wise

Booking Overview

An interview-led cultural recommendation show in which external guests share overlooked people, places, objects, stories, experiences, and ideas. Credible pitches include established authors, artists, designers, journalists, actors, academics, cultural leaders, and subject-matter experts with distinctive discoveries or meaningful work to champion; booking difficulty is medium because guests are generally accomplished public-facing professionals, though not necessarily major celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 450

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: United Kingdom

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

ivanwise@email.com

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Host

Ivan Wise - Host and interviewer who explores overlooked people, places, objects, stories, experiences, and ideas through conversations with notable guests.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium

Typical Credentials:

Established public-facing professionals with recognized expertise or achievement in the arts, journalism, design, literature, entertainment, agriculture, animal welfare, or related cultural fields.

Required Achievements:

Published books, Award-winning creative or professional work, Leadership of prominent organizations or campaigns, Significant media, cultural, or public-service profiles

Recent Guest Discussions

Joseph Millson - Film, Television, Music, Literature, Nature, And Overlooked Cultural Works And Places.

Rob Temple - Korean Culture, Personal Space, Music, Places, Skincare, And Everyday British Life.

Molly Mahon - Traditional Craft, Nature, Interiors, Books, Handmade Objects, And Decorative Design.

Anna Heyward - Animal Welfare, Dog Training, Companion Animals, Wildlife, And Natural Gardens.

Minette Batters - Food Education, Nutrition, Nature, Exercise, Politics, And The Rural Economy.

Recent Topics

Art, Cultural Exploration, Design, Literature, Nature

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on

Better Known

Kevin McManus

October 11, 2026

Kevin McManus discusses with Ivan six things which should be better known. Kevin McManus is an Irish writer and poet from Co. Leitrim whose work is rooted in place, memory, and the quiet emotional currents of everyday life. He has published several works of fiction and poetry, often focusing on crime fiction and the rural Irish landscape. The Light at Evening is semi-autobiographical as it reflects experiences of his own over recent years: he works as a secondary school teacher, his wife is a...

Norman Lamb

October 04, 2026

Norman Lamb discusses with Ivan six things which should be better known. Sir Norman Lamb is the former Liberal Democrat MP for North Norfolk and a former Minister of State for Care and Support. Knighted in 2019 for services to mental health, he also chaired South London and Maudsley Foundation Trust from 2020 to 2025. His new book is Be More Human, which is available at https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/norman-lamb/be-more-human/9781805017752/. Doing something for somebody else https://www....

Chris Wilkins

September 27, 2026

Chris Wilkins is a political consultant, strategist and writer and co-founder of global campaigns & advisory firm the Hanwell Group. Beginning his career as a political advisor to the Rt Hon Ann Widdecombe in Westminster, Chris went on to become the youngest Director of the renowned Conservative Research Department (CRD) in over 30 years. He later served in the government of David Cameron before becoming Downing Street Director of Strategy and Chief Speechwriter to Prime Minister Theres...

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Frequently asked questions

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Better Known

How do I get in touch with Better Known?

Better Known is hosted by Ivan Wise. Its publicly listed email is ivanwise@email.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Better Known?

The publicly listed email for Better Known: ivanwise@email.com.

How many listeners does Better Known have?

Podseeker estimates Better Known reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Better Known?

Better Known typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Established public-facing professionals with recognized expertise or achievement in the arts, journalism, design, literature, entertainment, agriculture, animal welfare, or related cultural fields. Common among recent guests: Published books; Award-winning creative or professional work; Leadership of prominent organizations or campaigns. Recent guests include Joseph Millson, Rob Temple, and Molly Mahon.

How hard is it to get booked on Better Known?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Better Known cover?

Recent episodes cover Art, Cultural Exploration, Design, Literature, and Nature. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

ivanwise@email.com

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