Roger Simpson

About the Author

Roger Simpson is a distinguished scholar of medieval literature and broadcasting history, with a particular passion for the Arthurian legend's evolution in modern media. Holding a PhD in English Literature from the University of Cambridge, he has dedicated his career to exploring how timeless myths adapt to contemporary storytelling formats. His groundbreaking research illuminates the intersection of oral traditions and electronic media, revealing how radio broadcasts have preserved and reinvented chivalric tales for generations. Simpson's meticulous archival work draws on extensive collections from the BBC archives, offering fresh insights into cultural transmission. Beyond academia, he lectures widely on narrative adaptation and contributes to public discussions on heritage preservation, making complex historical narratives accessible to a broad audience.