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Oct 1, 2020 • 6min

How can we make the web a better place?

Neil and Sam talk about the subject and teach you vocabulary along the way.
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Sep 24, 2020 • 6min

Coronavirus: Dealing with mass unemployment post-pandemic

This podcast explores the challenges of post-pandemic mass unemployment, discusses the need for a radical approach, and introduces the Danish model as a potential solution. The Danish model combines labor market flexibility with government support for upskilling and re-skilling, addressing the predicted unemployment surge caused by the COVID pandemic.
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Sep 17, 2020 • 6min

Grandma therapy in Zimbabwe

Grandmothers are being trained to provide therapy to people in their community.
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Sep 10, 2020 • 6min

Is there a future without bees?

The number of bees is declining at an alarming rate, with serious consequences for us.
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Sep 3, 2020 • 6min

How to talk about conspiracy theories

We discuss what to do when you are confronted with someone who spreads falsehoods.
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Aug 27, 2020 • 6min

What’s the point of blood types?

The podcast explores the cultural significance of blood types in different parts of the world, particularly in Japan. It discusses how blood groups are a topic of daily conversation and how people even select romantic partners based on blood type. The podcast also explores the beliefs and stereotypes surrounding blood types in Japanese culture, questioning their scientific basis. Lastly, it delves into the importance of matching blood types for successful transfusions, the high demand for type O blood, and the role of blood types in supporting the immune system.
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Aug 20, 2020 • 6min

Will Covid-19 change cities?

Rob and Neil discuss the future of our cities and teach you useful vocabulary.
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Aug 13, 2020 • 6min

Is this the era of distrust?

In an era of fake news, could it be that we are living through a crisis in trust?
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Aug 6, 2020 • 6min

No more bosses

Explore the negative effects of bad bosses and how self-managed companies without hierarchies can improve productivity. Learn about the principles and challenges of working in a self-managed company like Morningstar.
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Jul 30, 2020 • 6min

The medicine of coronavirus

Neil and Georgina talk about Covid-19 and teach you related vocabulary.

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