Steven Moore: The Stories Objects Tell You

About this episode

Steven Moore discusses the significance of objects and the stories they tell, reflecting on his journey and influences.

In this episode of Hidden Heritage, Violet Manners is joined by antiquary, broadcaster and storyteller Steven Moore — a man whose life has been shaped by objects, and the stories they carry. Known to millions through his appearances on the BBC’s Antiques Roadshow and Antiques Road Trip, Steven has spent decades uncovering the overlooked — not simply valuable objects, but the human lives embedded within them. From early beginnings staging his own pottery exhibition at sixteen, to becoming one of the most recognisable and trusted voices in cultural history, his journey has been driven by curiosity, instinct, and an enduring belief that the smallest objects often hold the greatest meaning. In this conversation, Steven reflects on the formative influences that shaped him, from childhood stories shared at his grandmother’s knee to the mentors and discoveries that set him on his path. He speaks about Venice, a city that has captivated him for nearly thirty years, and how its layers of craftsmanship and history have deepened his understanding of storytelling. We also discuss his deeply personal book, The Stuff of History, a compendium of curious objects and overlooked lives, and why…

People in this episode

Host: Violet Manners

Guest: Steven Moore

Topics covered

• storytelling
• cultural history
• material culture
• personal narrative
• objects and meaning

Keywords

• Steven Moore
• storytelling
• cultural history
• material culture
• The Stuff of History
• Venice
• antiques

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: BBC

Books & works: The Stuff of History

Places: Venice

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