Phil Tinline

Guests Luke Kemp, a researcher on existential risks, and Peter Hitchens, a conservative journalist, share insights on societal collapse's past and future implications. They explore real human responses to disasters, contrasting chaos with acts of collective kindness. Neville Morley discusses historical perspectives, while Phil Tinline analyzes the impact of fear on politics. Rhiannon Firth highlights grassroots movements like Occupy Sandy, emphasizing that crises reveal systemic inequalities. The group debates whether today's challenges are unique and the role of technology in escalation.

Hélène Landemore, a political scientist advocating for deliberative democracy, argues that electoral systems favor special interests and calls for more civic participation through citizen assemblies. Phil Tinline emphasizes the need for politicians to confront issues of power distribution to rebuild public trust. Michael Gove, with extensive government experience, debates the importance of career politicians while acknowledging the potential of citizens' assemblies. The discussion addresses radical reforms, the limitations of expertise, and the unexpected social bonds created through inclusive governance.