Best Ucl Disagreeing Well Podcasts (2025)

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Should we ban social media for children? With Daniel Angus and Jennifer Powers 36:18

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9d ago36:18

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Is a blanket social media ban for children the best way to mitigate its harmful impact? Join host Lea Hofer in the inaugural episode of Disagreeing Well, the podcast from University College London and Students' Union UCL that equips you with tools and techniques to navigate challenging conversations. This episode dives into the hotly debated questi…

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Can the interests of ethnic minority voters be properly represented by right-wing parties? With Albie Amankona and Nels Abbey 40:42

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Can the interests of ethnic minority voters truly be represented by right-wing parties? This episode dives into one of the most polarising questions in modern politics, demonstrating how to navigate deep ideological divides and find common ground for constructive change. Welcome to the latest episode of The Bridge; A Disagreeing Well Podcast from U…

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Is tourism inherently exploitative and damaging to local communities? With Chris Christou and Mark Worden 33:27

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Ever wondered if your photos ‘for the gram’ actually contribute to local problems? This episode tackles a massive question: Is tourism inherently exploitative and destructive to local communities? We enter the debate with the aim of showing you how to disagree better on the pros and cons of mass tourism and globalisation. Welcome to the latest epis…

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Should traditional masculine norms and behaviours be celebrated or demonised? With Richard Reeves and Niobe Way 33:15

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The question of what it means to be a man has dominated recent conversations in the media and among policymakers. Many have described a "crisis of masculinity" fuelled by concerns over controversial figures like Andrew Tate and the rise of "incel" culture. But what if we've been asking the wrong questions? This episode of The Bridge tackles the ten…

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Is it right to eat meat in a prosperous society? With Juliet Gellatley and Nick Zangwill 34:14

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Being a vegetarian or vegan has never been more popular, particularly among younger generations. A recent poll showed that 50% of Gen Z planned to be meat-free in 2025. With growing concerns about animal welfare, our changing climate, and personal health driving the move towards plant-based diets, this episode dives into a crucial and often controv…

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Is national service good for young people? With Manoj Harjani and Christos Tsoukalis 34:26

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With global tensions rising and many countries increasing defence spending, the question of National Service feels more urgent than it has in decades. Supporters argue it provides young people with structure, useful skills, and national pride, but critics warn it limits personal freedom, delays education, and risks promoting a pro-war mindset. This…

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The Bridge trailer 2:05

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This new show tackles some of the most hotly debated issues of our time and provides practical techniques to bridge the divide between conflicting views.By UCL Podcasts