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Ideas shape the world. Intelligence Squared brings you the conversations that explain them. In every episode, we bring together leading thinkers, writers, scientists, policymakers and entrepreneurs, to challenge assumptions, test ideas and debate the questions shaping our future. If you want to think more clearly about the world and where it's heading, you're in the right place. If you’d like to support our mission to foster honest debate and compelling conversations, as well as ad-free podcasts, exclusive bonus content, early access and much more, become a supporter of Intelligence Squared today. Just visit intelligencesquared.com/membership to find out more.

Episodes

Is Your Phone Controlling Your Life? With Kaitlyn Regehr (Part Two)

22 May 2025

36m

Is Your Phone Controlling Your Life? With Kaitlyn Regehr (Part One)

20 May 2025

34m

Tariff Special: The Intelligence Squared Economic Outlook with Helen Thompson (Part Two)

18 May 2025

36m

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This podcast episode features Helen Thompson discussing economic and energy-related issues in a Q&A format. Thompson addresses the UK's net-zero commitment, the complexities of energy transition, and the geopolitical implications of China's economic rise. She also evaluates Britain's limited options in the global lands...

Tariff Special: The Intelligence Squared Economic Outlook with Helen Thompson (Part One)

17 May 2025

38m

This episode explores the challenges of modern life and our often-unrealistic expectations of productivity and self-improvement, drawing heavily from Oliver Burkeman's book "Meditations for Mortals." Against the backdrop of Burkeman's personal experiences as a journalist facing constant deadlines, the conversation hig...