Best All Types Podcasts (2024)

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Do Black Women Serve Men Food Anymore? / Wait to Eat on Date? -Supa Fresh Experience S3-EP3 49:27

4d ago49:27

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Wannabe Supervisor vs. Work Snitch: Both negative, but a work snitch might create more distrust and disruption than an overeager wannabe supervisor. Do Black Women Serve Their Men Food Anymore?: Exploring changing dynamics in relationships; whether traditional practices of serving food are maintained in contemporary Black households. What Type of S…

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Power and storytelling 56:54

6d ago56:54

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Contributor(s): Professor Naila Kabeer, Phillip Hensher, Monica Ali | How can an author bring out the stories and voices buried in their research to deliver the impact they are hoping for? And how should writers communicate experiences of power and oppression that are not their own? Whether embarking on a creative novel or an academic monograph, an…

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Is diversity and inclusion bad for business? 1:00:01

6d ago1:00:01

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Contributor(s): Dr Grace Lordan | Recently there has been a surge in popular voices in social media stating that DEI is bad for business. There has also been a significant reduction in investment in diversity and inclusion by some of the world’s largest firms.By Dr Grace Lordan

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The power of trust 1:00:44

6d ago1:00:44

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Contributor(s): Ros Taylor, Dr Laura Gilbert, Rafael Behr | Trust (in media, institutions, politics and democracy) is widely reported to be in decline, but how important is it for a functioning society and why? What’s the relationship between trust and power?By Ros Taylor, Dr Laura Gilbert, Rafael Behr

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Power, politics, and belonging: the lasting impacts of colonialism 1:10:29

6d ago1:10:29

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Contributor(s): Dr Maël Lavenaire, Leah Eryenyu, Professor Neil Cummins | Politics of power and wealth have had a huge impact on the structuring of inequalities across the globe. As the racial and ethnic inequalities that we see today stem from centuries of discrimination and marginalisation, in order to tackle them, we will need to understand how …

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Can the law prevent violence against women in conflict? 1:06:25

6d ago1:06:25

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Contributor(s): Iliana Sarafian, Rita Kahsay, Fatou Bensouda | Global legal frameworks to protect women in conflict have been agreed by all members of the UN Security Council. Yet evidence from around the world shows that violence against women, because they are women, remains very much a part of twenty first century warfare.…

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Power and storytelling 56:54

6d ago56:54

56:54

Contributor(s): Professor Naila Kabeer, Phillip Hensher, Monica Ali | How can an author bring out the stories and voices buried in their research to deliver the impact they are hoping for? And how should writers communicate experiences of power and oppression that are not their own? Whether embarking on a creative novel or an academic monograph, an…

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Power, politics, and belonging: the lasting impacts of colonialism 1:10:29

6d ago1:10:29

1:10:29

Contributor(s): Dr Maël Lavenaire, Leah Eryenyu, Professor Neil Cummins | Politics of power and wealth have had a huge impact on the structuring of inequalities across the globe. As the racial and ethnic inequalities that we see today stem from centuries of discrimination and marginalisation, in order to tackle them, we will need to understand how …

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Is diversity and inclusion bad for business? 1:00:01

6d ago1:00:01

1:00:01

Contributor(s): Dr Grace Lordan | Recently there has been a surge in popular voices in social media stating that DEI is bad for business. There has also been a significant reduction in investment in diversity and inclusion by some of the world’s largest firms.By Dr Grace Lordan

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The power of trust 1:00:44

6d ago1:00:44

1:00:44

Contributor(s): Ros Taylor, Dr Laura Gilbert, Rafael Behr | Trust (in media, institutions, politics and democracy) is widely reported to be in decline, but how important is it for a functioning society and why? What’s the relationship between trust and power?By Ros Taylor, Dr Laura Gilbert, Rafael Behr

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Defending democracy: building solidarity with persecuted writers, journalists, and artists 1:01:21

6d ago1:01:21

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Contributor(s): Salman Usmani, Professor Alpa Shah, Ross Holder | Amidst the surge of global authoritarianism, how do we protect the freedom of speech and the freedom of dissent that is crucial for democracy? What is the role of global financial institutions and regimes in the crackdown on dissent in faraway places? What role do international human…

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Defending democracy: building solidarity with persecuted writers, journalists, and artists 1:01:21

6d ago1:01:21

1:01:21

Contributor(s): Salman Usmani, Professor Alpa Shah, Ross Holder | Amidst the surge of global authoritarianism, how do we protect the freedom of speech and the freedom of dissent that is crucial for democracy? What is the role of global financial institutions and regimes in the crackdown on dissent in faraway places? What role do international human…

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Can the law prevent violence against women in conflict? 1:06:25

6d ago1:06:25

1:06:25

Contributor(s): Iliana Sarafian, Rita Kahsay, Fatou Bensouda | Global legal frameworks to protect women in conflict have been agreed by all members of the UN Security Council. Yet evidence from around the world shows that violence against women, because they are women, remains very much a part of twenty first century warfare.…

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How do we know if national economies are sustainable? A guide to going "Beyond GDP" 59:38

7d ago59:38

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Contributor(s): Professor Giles Atkinson, Dr Matthew Agarwala | Discover how to measure economic progress and sustainability with practical illustrations in this one-hour workshop by leading experts on measuring sustainable development, Giles Atkinson and Matthew Agarwala.Learn what is at the heart of this topic – “Beyond GDP” is easy to say, but w…

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Anti-globalism, international disorder and the West 57:26

7d ago57:26

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Contributor(s): Professor Leslie Vinjamuri, Professor Helen Thompson, Gideon Rachman | Early hopes that Western democracies’ unified response to Vladimir Putin’s war against Ukraine would break the populist, anti-globalist fever have not been fulfilled. Instead, since the invasion, opponents of the liberal order have made deeper inroads in France, …

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How do we know if national economies are sustainable? A guide to going "Beyond GDP" 59:38

7d ago59:38

59:38

Contributor(s): Professor Giles Atkinson, Dr Matthew Agarwala | Discover how to measure economic progress and sustainability with practical illustrations in this one-hour workshop by leading experts on measuring sustainable development, Giles Atkinson and Matthew Agarwala.Learn what is at the heart of this topic – “Beyond GDP” is easy to say, but w…

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Anti-globalism, international disorder and the West 57:26

7d ago57:26

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Contributor(s): Professor Leslie Vinjamuri, Professor Helen Thompson, Gideon Rachman | Early hopes that Western democracies’ unified response to Vladimir Putin’s war against Ukraine would break the populist, anti-globalist fever have not been fulfilled. Instead, since the invasion, opponents of the liberal order have made deeper inroads in France, …

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Left behind: a new economics for neglected places 56:11

8d ago56:11

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Contributor(s): Professor Paul Collier | Left behind places can be found in prosperous countries — from South Yorkshire, integral to the industrial revolution and now England’s poorest county, to Barranquilla, once Colombia’s portal to the Caribbean and now struggling. More alarmingly, the poorest countries in the world are diverging further from t…

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Geography of discontent: euroscepticism in regions of stagnant growth 1:01:05

8d ago1:01:05

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Contributor(s): Professor Andrés Rodríguez-Pose, Dr Özge Öner, James Blagden | Recent EU research highlights a clear connection between stagnant growth within some European regions and their support for Eurosceptic parties, also suggesting that the longer the period of stagnation, the stronger the opposition to European integration.…

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Left behind: a new economics for neglected places 56:11

8d ago56:11

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Contributor(s): Professor Paul Collier | Left behind places can be found in prosperous countries — from South Yorkshire, integral to the industrial revolution and now England’s poorest county, to Barranquilla, once Colombia’s portal to the Caribbean and now struggling. More alarmingly, the poorest countries in the world are diverging further from t…

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Geography of discontent: euroscepticism in regions of stagnant growth 1:01:05

8d ago1:01:05

1:01:05

Contributor(s): Professor Andrés Rodríguez-Pose, Dr Özge Öner, James Blagden | Recent EU research highlights a clear connection between stagnant growth within some European regions and their support for Eurosceptic parties, also suggesting that the longer the period of stagnation, the stronger the opposition to European integration.…

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Lawfare: do law and courts have power to solve global problems? 51:02

8d ago51:02

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Contributor(s): Professor Gerry Simpson, Dr Joana Setzer, Sir Howard Morrison KC, Professor Larry Kramer | There is a growing expectation for law and courts, whether domestic or international, to be remedies for international problems. Our panel explore the power of law and courts in the face of contemporary international challenges.…

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Lawfare: do law and courts have power to solve global problems? 51:02

8d ago51:02

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Contributor(s): Professor Gerry Simpson, Dr Joana Setzer, Sir Howard Morrison KC, Professor Larry Kramer | There is a growing expectation for law and courts, whether domestic or international, to be remedies for international problems. Our panel explore the power of law and courts in the face of contemporary international challenges.…

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Understanding China's views of the world 1:13:24

9d ago1:13:24

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Contributor(s): Xiaolu Guo, Professor William A. Callahan, Dr Elena Barabantseva | Elena Barabantseva’s Chinese-Russian Group Wedding (5 min) explores the relations of these two superpowers through the intimate geopolitics of mixed-marriages, and William A. Callahan’s The Nose Knows (15min) traces how Chinese artists and officials have imagined for…

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How does data regulation work for our digital society? 1:01:27

9d ago1:01:27

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Contributor(s): Professor Andrew Murray | Learn the fundamentals of data regulation – how data is gathered and processed, held and stored according to the lawDiscuss how regulation supports opportunities for data use, and how regulation sets limitations on abuse or misuse of dataExplore the latest legal developments including the Data Act and the A…

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How does data regulation work for our digital society? 1:01:27

9d ago1:01:27

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Contributor(s): Professor Andrew Murray | Learn the fundamentals of data regulation – how data is gathered and processed, held and stored according to the lawDiscuss how regulation supports opportunities for data use, and how regulation sets limitations on abuse or misuse of dataExplore the latest legal developments including the Data Act and the A…

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Empowering communities? Exploring devolution's impact on low-income areas 58:37

9d ago58:37

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Contributor(s): Professor Tony Travers | Devolution offers an opportunity to reshape where power resides in the UK. But after years of austerity, the impact of the pandemic, and the cost-of-living crisis, can it be made to work for our most deprived communities?By Professor Tony Travers

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Understanding China's views of the world 1:13:24

9d ago1:13:24

1:13:24

Contributor(s): Xiaolu Guo, Professor William A. Callahan, Dr Elena Barabantseva | Elena Barabantseva’s Chinese-Russian Group Wedding (5 min) explores the relations of these two superpowers through the intimate geopolitics of mixed-marriages, and William A. Callahan’s The Nose Knows (15min) traces how Chinese artists and officials have imagined for…

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How to make better decisions 56:59

10d ago56:59

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Contributor(s): Dr Luc Schneider | Learn about the fundamental ingredients of any personal or professional decisionExplore the evidence around how these ingredients inform the quality of the decision-making processGet actionable tips to implement and improve your own strategic decisionsConsolidate your understanding with the Q&A…

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How can countries prepare for the next global health crisis? 1:01:07

10d ago1:01:07

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Contributor(s): Dr Clare Wenham, Professor Ken Shadlen, Dr Ulrich Sedelmeier, Dr Tine Hanrieder | They explore how power, politics and public opinion are affecting the next international pandemic response and preparedness, including the crucial question of access to vaccines and other medicines.By Dr Clare Wenham, Professor Ken Shadlen, Dr Ulrich Sedelmeier, Dr Tine Hanrieder

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Authoritarian populism and media freedom 58:29

10d ago58:29

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Contributor(s): Dr Kate Wright, Dr Damian Tambini, Alan Rusbridger | How did the Trump administration capture one of the world’s most important public service news networks, The Voice of America? How did the BBC, an exemplary public service broadcaster, end up being accused of bias towards the privileged and the ruling elites?…

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100 days to kickstart Britain: what should the government's priorities be? 1:09:55

10d ago1:09:55

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Contributor(s): Danny Sriskandarajah, Sam Richards, Eshe Nelson, Soumaya Keynes | The UK’s economy has waned in recent years – low growth and productivity coupled with rising inflation and poverty. Our panel explore how to respond.By Danny Sriskandarajah, Sam Richards, Eshe Nelson, Soumaya Keynes

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Is history a guide to politics? 28:54

10d ago28:54

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Contributor(s): Dr Angus Wrenn, Professor Gordon Barrass | LSE Language Centre, in collaboration with the LSESU Drama Society, presents an evening of theatre and discussion, featuring Professor Gordon Barrass, a specialist on strategy assessment and perception.By Dr Angus Wrenn, Professor Gordon Barrass

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How to make better decisions 56:59

10d ago56:59

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Contributor(s): Dr Luc Schneider | Learn about the fundamental ingredients of any personal or professional decisionExplore the evidence around how these ingredients inform the quality of the decision-making processGet actionable tips to implement and improve your own strategic decisionsConsolidate your understanding with the Q&A…

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Is history a guide to politics? 28:54

10d ago28:54

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Contributor(s): Dr Angus Wrenn, Professor Gordon Barrass | LSE Language Centre, in collaboration with the LSESU Drama Society, presents an evening of theatre and discussion, featuring Professor Gordon Barrass, a specialist on strategy assessment and perception.By Dr Angus Wrenn, Professor Gordon Barrass

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Authoritarian populism and media freedom 58:29

10d ago58:29

58:29

Contributor(s): Dr Kate Wright, Dr Damian Tambini, Alan Rusbridger | How did the Trump administration capture one of the world’s most important public service news networks, The Voice of America? How did the BBC, an exemplary public service broadcaster, end up being accused of bias towards the privileged and the ruling elites?…

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How can countries prepare for the next global health crisis? 1:01:07

10d ago1:01:07

1:01:07

Contributor(s): Dr Clare Wenham, Professor Ken Shadlen, Dr Ulrich Sedelmeier, Dr Tine Hanrieder | They explore how power, politics and public opinion are affecting the next international pandemic response and preparedness, including the crucial question of access to vaccines and other medicines.By Dr Clare Wenham, Professor Ken Shadlen, Dr Ulrich Sedelmeier, Dr Tine Hanrieder

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100 days to kickstart Britain: what should the government's priorities be? 1:09:55

10d ago1:09:55

1:09:55

Contributor(s): Danny Sriskandarajah, Sam Richards, Eshe Nelson, Soumaya Keynes | The UK’s economy has waned in recent years – low growth and productivity coupled with rising inflation and poverty. Our panel explore how to respond.By Danny Sriskandarajah, Sam Richards, Eshe Nelson, Soumaya Keynes

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SUPA Tells a Story/Black Man Fired Student Over Hair Styling-Supa Fresh Experience S3-EP2 57:24

10d ago57:24

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SUPA Tells a Story of His Mishap "SUPA narrates a humorous, unexpected personal mishap story." Black Man Fired for Allowing Students to Style His Hair "Educator dismissed after students style his hair, sparking debate." Do You Save Money? "Exploring personal savings habits and financial advice effectiveness." Kendrick and Drake: Is It Over? "End of…

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A year of elections: power and politics in 2024 1:15:57

11d ago1:15:57

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Contributor(s): Bill Neely, Professor Sara Hobolt, Dr Mukulika Banerjee, Dr Nick Anstead | This year people around the world are going to the polls. What have been the surprises and takeaways from election results so far, and what is still to come?By Bill Neely, Professor Sara Hobolt, Dr Mukulika Banerjee, Dr Nick Anstead

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The ministry for the future: navigating the politics of the climate crisis 1:02:04

11d ago1:02:04

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Contributor(s): Professor Elizabeth Robinson, Kim Stanley Robinson | Kim Stanley Robinson is the Author of about twenty books, including the internationally bestselling Mars trilogy, and more recently Red Moon, New York 2140 and The Ministry for the Future and explores the political economy needed to cope with existential threats in his writing.…

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Economics and wellbeing: inflation, public debt, and commercial wars 1:03:58

11d ago1:03:58

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Contributor(s): Professor Olivier Blanchard | What are the prospects for inflation? Is the level of public debt now dangerous? And will commercial wars between nations blight our future?By Professor Olivier Blanchard

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A year of elections: power and politics in 2024 1:15:57

11d ago1:15:57

1:15:57

Contributor(s): Bill Neely, Professor Sara Hobolt, Dr Mukulika Banerjee, Dr Nick Anstead | This year people around the world are going to the polls. What have been the surprises and takeaways from election results so far, and what is still to come?By Bill Neely, Professor Sara Hobolt, Dr Mukulika Banerjee, Dr Nick Anstead

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The ministry for the future: navigating the politics of the climate crisis 1:02:04

11d ago1:02:04

1:02:04

Contributor(s): Professor Elizabeth Robinson, Kim Stanley Robinson | Kim Stanley Robinson is the Author of about twenty books, including the internationally bestselling Mars trilogy, and more recently Red Moon, New York 2140 and The Ministry for the Future and explores the political economy needed to cope with existential threats in his writing.…

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Economics and wellbeing: inflation, public debt, and commercial wars 1:03:58

11d ago1:03:58

1:03:58

Contributor(s): Professor Olivier Blanchard | What are the prospects for inflation? Is the level of public debt now dangerous? And will commercial wars between nations blight our future?By Professor Olivier Blanchard

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The 2024 European elections and the challenges ahead 1:34:22

15d ago1:34:22

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Contributor(s): Professor Sara Hobolt, Dr Heather Grabbe, Tony Barber | The 2024 European Parliament elections promise to be a pivotal moment for the European Union. Polling suggests Eurosceptic parties could make large gains, fundamentally shifting the balance of power within the Parliament.By Professor Sara Hobolt, Dr Heather Grabbe, Tony Barber

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The 2024 European elections and the challenges ahead 1:34:22

15d ago1:34:22

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Contributor(s): Professor Sara Hobolt, Dr Heather Grabbe, Tony Barber | The 2024 European Parliament elections promise to be a pivotal moment for the European Union. Polling suggests Eurosceptic parties could make large gains, fundamentally shifting the balance of power within the Parliament.By Professor Sara Hobolt, Dr Heather Grabbe, Tony Barber

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Tech tantrums - when tech meets humanity 1:28:47

16d ago1:28:47

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Contributor(s): Baroness Beeban Kidron | AI is poised to supercharge its impact on almost every aspect of economic, public and personal life. Tech leaders in Silicon Valley believe that AI poses an existential threat to humanity even as they enter an arms race to be ’the ruler of the world”. This year 50% of the world’s population go to the polls, …

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Tech tantrums - when tech meets humanity 1:28:47

16d ago1:28:47

1:28:47

Contributor(s): Baroness Beeban Kidron | AI is poised to supercharge its impact on almost every aspect of economic, public and personal life. Tech leaders in Silicon Valley believe that AI poses an existential threat to humanity even as they enter an arms race to be ’the ruler of the world”. This year 50% of the world’s population go to the polls, …

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How to build a cohesive society 1:00:00

17d ago1:00:00

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Contributor(s): Professor Jonathan Wolff, Professor Marc Stears, Professor Margaret Levi | Tim Besley, School Professor of Economics and Political Science and Director of the Programme on Cohesive Capitalism chairs our discussion on cohesion and capitalism.By Professor Jonathan Wolff, Professor Marc Stears, Professor Margaret Levi

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