Reith Lectures #2: Is there such a thing as evil?

Gwen Adshead, a forensic psychiatrist with the UK’s National Health Service and author of "The Devil You Know," delves into the notion of evil. She posits that everyone has the potential for 'evil' and emphasizes the need to nurture goodness. The discussion reveals that many violent individuals seem ordinary, challenging our perceptions. Adshead explores psychological elements behind harmful actions, the impact of childhood trauma, and the role of education and religion in fostering redemption and understanding.