Mona Siddiqui

Tim Stanley, a historian, joins Ash Sarkar of Novara Media and other experts to dive into the debate on inherited inequality. They discuss how family dynamics perpetuate privilege and the moral dilemmas surrounding inheritance tax. The conversation highlights the inequity of opportunity faced by many, challenging the effectiveness of meritocracy in the presence of wealth disparity. They explore the balance between equality of opportunity and equality of outcome, urging a critical examination of societal structures that sustain these inherited advantages.

Danny Dawling, a social scientist from the University of Oxford, joins investigative journalist Terry White, Independent Schools Council CEO Julie Robinson, and public intellectual Mona Siddiqui to debate the future of private schools in the UK. They explore how these institutions contribute to social inequality while also considering their role in providing educational choice. The discussion delves into wealth disparities, the impact on social mobility, and the urgent need for reforms to ensure equitable educational opportunities for all children.

The discussion features Ash Sarkar, a Novara Media contributor, and James Orr, a Cambridge philosophy professor, diving into the debates over Jamie Oliver's controversial book. Mona Siddiqui, an expert in interreligious studies, explores intent vs. moral culpability, while Giles Fraser adds a clerical angle on ethics. Daniel Browning brings an Indigenous perspective, criticizing the cultural representation. Brendan O'Neill argues for creative freedom, as Professor Paulina Sliwa examines the significance of intent in moral judgments. The conversations unravel the complexities of accountability and the impact of intentions.