Iona Italia

Iona Italia, editor-in-chief of Areo Magazine and a creative writer with a PhD from Cambridge, dives deep into the murky waters of censorship and free speech. She discusses the thin line between opinion and harmful speech, and the societal tendency to favor censorship. The conversation tackles the ethics of truth in a world rife with misinformation, and the role of religion as both a cultural asset and a moral conundrum. Iona advocates for civil discourse and the need for diverse opinions to foster healthier democratic dialogue.

Iona Italia, a writer and sub-editor at Areo Magazine known for her insights on mixed-race identities, shares her unique background and varied career, from teaching tango to writing memoirs. She discusses the complexities of racial identity, urging a shift beyond divisive identity politics. Iona critiques modern academia’s issues, including the replication crisis in psychology and political bias in publishing. Additionally, she explores the potential of Universal Basic Income to redefine success, emphasizing happiness over wealth.