5. Practicals

Available for 25 days

John O'Farrell explores the unexpected history of the different kinds of exam, and our relationship with them. John discovers the history of Victorian medical practicals, and why semi-naked patients volunteered to let students draw lines on them. And he finds out who examines the examiners - and what happens if they get a 'D'. Producer: Phil Tinline First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in April 2007.