Rebecca Roache, Simon Baron-Cohen, and Hilary Lawson discuss the ethics of lying and the value of honesty. They explore the relationship between honesty and other virtues, the role of lies in politics, and the impact of consistent lying on communication. They also delve into the concept of judgment and the importance of understanding different perspectives before labeling someone as a liar.

Renowned guests Joanna Kavenna, Rory Sutherland, and Rebecca Roache debate the importance of reason in an increasingly chaotic modern age. They question its value in decision-making, explore the complexity of human behavior, discuss the role of serendipity in discovery, and highlight the unintended consequences of pushing rationality to extremes. The podcast explores the balance and limits of reason, reflecting on the parallels between science and the online world, and the value of embracing irrationality.

Rebecca Roache explores the power of swearing in communication, discussing its multivalent nature, taboo meanings, humor, and judgments. The podcast delves into the philosophy, parenting approaches, ethics, controversy of the word 'c*nt,' sanitization of swear words, bias, empowerment, bonding, and trust associated with swearing.

Philosopher Rebecca Roache discusses the impact and evolution of swear words, highlighting their linguistic flexibility. The podcast explores the dynamics of swearing in relation to intelligence perception and offensive escalation, emphasizing the importance of social and emotional intelligence in using curse words.

Discover the impact of head trauma, negotiation strategies, and the power of swearing in this podcast. Learn from negotiation expert William Ury and philosopher Rebecca Roache on handling conflict and the benefits of profanity. Explore the evolution of swear words and their societal impact, along with valuable insights on respectful negotiations and conflict resolution.