Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchIs Morality the Cause of Ideological Disagreement
Season 14 Episode 7
Polarisation is a defining feature of contemporary politics, raising concerns among many observers. People on the left and right—liberals and conserv…
1 year, 7 months ago
Disability Representation in Politics
Season 14 Episode 6
While one in five people in the UK is disabled, the proportion of disabled individuals among elected representatives is significantly lower. Despite …
1 year, 7 months ago
AI and Public Services
Season 14 Episode 5
Artificial intelligence is increasingly being touted as a game-changer across various sectors, including public services. But while AI presents signi…
1 year, 8 months ago
When Does Religion Beget Violence?
Season 14 Episode 4
The relationship between religion and violence is a subject of enduring debate. Religion is often portrayed as a force for peace and compassion. Yet …
1 year, 8 months ago
The Politics of Parliamentary Reform
Season 14 Episode 3
Parliament is at the heart of democracy—it’s where voters are represented, laws are debated, and key decisions are made. But who really controls what…
1 year, 8 months ago
Improving Election Debates: Evidence from Liberia
Season 14 Episode 2
Democratic elections ideally involve discussions of the challenges and opportunities facing the nation, and of the policies that might best address t…
1 year, 8 months ago
Prisons and Proportional Punishment
Season 14 Episode 1
Getting convicted of a crime can have lots of further, harmful consequences, perhaps you’ll lose your home or job. Yet those consequences don’t fall …
1 year, 8 months ago
Are There Limits On Autocratic Power?
Season 13 Episode 10
In today’s episode, we delve into the complex and often misunderstood world of autocratic leadership. At first glance, it might seem like authoritari…
1 year, 9 months ago
The Power of the American Presidency
Season 13 Episode 9
As Donald Trump prepares for his second presidential inauguration on 20 January, speculation is rife about the policies he will pursue. Yet, just as …
1 year, 10 months ago
Politicising Memory: Evidence from Ukraine
Season 13 Episode 8
We’re familiar with the idea that history shapes contemporary politics, but what about the reverse? How do today’s political dynamics influence the w…
1 year, 10 months ago