Best Matt Crummy Podcasts (2025)

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"Can Surplus Food Solve London's Hunger Crisis?" with Paul Baines from 'The Felix Project' 40:43

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Can a broken food system be fixed by businesses across the capital? Our guest on this week's epsiode is Paul Baines from The Felix Project, a leading food redistribution charity tackling food poverty head-on in London. Paul shares how The Felix Project is rescuing surplus food from going to waste and delivering it to those who need it most — from s…

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Muslims and Christians on Natural Law 1:00:15

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Are there universal moral laws that bind all humanity? Are some things just right and wrong? In a polarized world, can we hope to agree on moral issues? Christians and Muslims have long histories of discussing the existence of a “natural law.” But where do they differ? Join us for a fascinating discussion of these and many other issues as we meet w…

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What Mormonism Reveals About America 1:16:04

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The Mormon faith is deeply American in just about every way, and yet Mormons have never quite been accepted in America. Why? What is it like to be a Mormon in America? How do Mormons navigate American politics? Many of them voted for Trump, but do they like him? Join us as we talk with Matthew Bowman, the Howard W. Hunter Chair of Mormon Studies at…

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What the Hell? The Fate of Non-Muslims 1:06:17

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Are you afraid of hell? Do you know who’s going there? We know that our beliefs about the afterlife can often influence the ways in which we treat so-called insiders and outsiders. What we think about hell can even influence our political action in society. Join us as we talk with Mohammad Hassan Khalil, author of Islam and the Fate of Others, who …

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The Seven Deadly Sins in our Divided Age 1:14:50

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The seven deadly sins aren’t just a relic of the past—they continue to shape the way we live, lead, and engage with one another. In this episode, Elizabeth Oldfield, a Comment contributing editor and breakout author from the UK, explores how these enduring vices influence our divided age. Her new book, Fully Alive: Tending to the Soul in Turbulent …

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How to Lose an Election (Well) 1:10:18

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That’s it! I’m moving to Canada. After a long election season, many American voters will find it difficult to accept defeat. And while it is hard, democratic life demands the regular practice of political concession—admitting that, however just your cause, the people did not agree with you. Shadi Hamid and Matthew Kaemingk discuss how Christianity …

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Is There a Judeo-Islamic Tradition? 1:18:33

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Muslims and Jews share more than either side might want to admit. Their monotheistic theology, their emphasis on law, and their long history of living alongside each other all play a role in developing what some might call the “Judeo-Islamic tradition.” In fact, Judaism might not have become what it is today if it wasn’t for Islam. Has this traditi…

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Do Muslims Fit in a Political Party? 1:22:26

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Muslim voting habits in America have changed in the past, and they are changing again. What issues might draw them to the political right or left? Dalia Mogahed has been studying Muslim Americans for decades. She is a senior scholar at the Institute for Social Policy and Understanding and a former member of President Obama’s Advisory Council on Fai…

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“How green is your cup of coffee?” with Caffé Nero's Matt Spencer 39:15

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The UK coffee industry is huge and still growing - and as the amount of coffee being consumed on the go increases, so does the potential for these coffee cups to end up in landfill. Our guest today is Matt Spencer, Commercial Director of Caffé Nero who joined us to discuss how they’re getting ahead of the upcoming ‘Simpler Recycling Reforms’ which …

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Can God Save Trump? 1:08:30

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In the wake of an assassination attempt on Donald Trump, he and his followers have been discussing the role of God in sparing his life. Reflecting on his good fortune, Trump has even speculated about potential changes in his nomination speech and broader campaign. In this episode, Shadi Hamid and Matthew Kaemingk delve into the religious and politi…

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Learning to Disagree 1:05:12

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Our many differences in religion and politics are not problems to be solved. In this episode we interview John Inazu, the author of a new book titled Learning to Disagree. A professor of religion and law at Washington University in St. Louis, Inazu shares the critical lessons he’s learned about deep disagreement. LINKS John Inazu’s books on disagre…

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The Rise of the Secular Evangelicals 1:01:11

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What is the political future of American evangelicalism? And what explains the rise of “secular” evangelical politics? Russell Moore is the editor-in-chief of Christianity Today and the author of Losing Our Religion: An Altar Call for Evangelical America. Together we discuss the surprising and tragic ways in which evangelicalism has become politici…

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Do Muslims and Christians Worship the Same God? 1:02:02

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Shadi Hamid and Matthew Kaemingk can't postpone the difficult question any longer. Do Muslims and Christians worship the same God? Their answers (and disagreements) might surprise you. LINKS Relevant articles on the “Same God” debate from: Gabriel Said Reynolds https://churchlifejournal.nd.edu/articles/is-the-quranic-god-the-same-god-as-the-biblica…

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A Muslim Goes to Wheaton 1:35:38

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Shadi Hamid and Matthew Kaemingk visited Wheaton College (the so-called evangelical Harvard) to discuss faith, politics, and deep difference. Interviewed by Alexander Massad, they were asked about their friendship, their deep disagreements, and why they did (or did not) want to convert one another. Links: Matthew Kaemingk, The Troubling Grace of a …

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The Politics of Hell 53:19

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“Hell is actually pretty underrated. I mean it, when it comes to democratic life, a belief in hell is quite helpful.” Shadi kicked off a recent public lecture with this rather unexpected and provocative statement. In a time when democratic debate is becoming increasingly judgmental, where citizens wish to condemn and literally sentence one another …

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Gaza and the Gods of Tribalism 1:14:35

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How are American evangelicals and Muslims responding to the war in Gaza? More than half a year into the war, Shadi Hamid and Matthew Kaemingk discuss the (im)possibility of remaining neutral and the ways in which their own tribal loyalties push and pull on their positions. Matthew presses Shadi on how his Muslim identity influences his positions on…

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"How businesses can fight Food Waste" with Too Good To Go's Jamie Crummie 38:50

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Every year we throw away around 9.5 million tonnes of food waste every year, most of which will end up in landfills where it decomposes and releases harmful gas such as methane. In this episode of Climate Heroes, we sat down with Jamie Crummie, Co-founder of the Too Good To Go app responsible for saving over 300 million meals from going to waste. L…

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“Innocent Drinks' Recipe for B Corp Success” with Emilie Stephenson 41:34

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Ready to take a deeper dive into B Corp? This B Corp month, we’re kicking things off with a berry special episode of Climate Heroes - featuring smoothie giants Innocent Drinks️, who are pioneers in the UK B Corp movement and one of the first businesses to gain the certification back in 2018. In the episode Bruce and Nick chat with Emilie Stephenson…

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“Seeing Red”: Decoding the Climate Stripes with Professor Ed Hawkins 30:14

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Professor Ed Hawkins is a climate scientist and creator of the renowned Climate Stripes which highlights the earth’s increase in temperature over the last 170 years. In the last 50 years, there has been a 1°C increase in global temperatures across the globe. Ed’s Climate Stripes is a striking visual showing this change over the last 173 years, it h…

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“What is cell-free biomanufacturing?” FabricNano CEO & founder Grant Aarons explains 30:53

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We’re joined by FabricNano CEO & Co-Founder Grant Aarons to learn about how they’re transforming the industrial chemical process using cell-free biomanufacturing. This new biomanufacturing method has many benefits, it requires less resources and energy to maintain and produce less waste than the traditional cell-based approach. Hosted by Bruce Brat…

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“The growing problem with E-Waste” with Anthony Levy, The Sustainable IT Guy 29:36

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In this episode of the Climate Heroes podcast episode, we're excited to be joined by Anthony Levy, also known as The Sustainable IT Guy and founder of Circularity First. Anthony is one of the people leading the charge in tackling electronic waste (e-waste) - a growing issue that demands our immediate attention. Today only 17.4% of E-Waste is collec…

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“Are AI robots the future of recycling?” with Recycleye’s Benedetta Delfino & Zoe Cook 30:47

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Recycleye is an exciting technology company bringing AI and robotics to the waste management industry. Their cutting-edge technology is helping material recycling facilities across the USA and Europe optimise their operations with their AI-powered sorting robots. Their ground-breaking sorting robots are as accurate as the human eye and can identify…

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“Pioneering the refill system” with GoUnpackaged’s Catherine Conway 31:20

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GoUnpackaged are on a mission to revolutionise the way we transport items from supermarkets to our kitchens by swapping out disposable containers for long-lasting, eco-friendly alternatives, they're tackling the packaging waste problem one product at a time. They're currently partners with a wide range of businesses across the UK, from local organi…

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“Revolutionising the Electricity Grid” with IONATE’s Luca Mezossy-Dona 29:07

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Renewable energy’s fluctuating power levels can make it difficult for the National Grid to maintain a stable energy supply, as its 90-year-old design was not designed for solar, wind and hydro energy. For the National Grid to use renewables efficiently, it needs to be made smarter, more adaptable, and more flexible. IONATE has created a new transfo…

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“Walking the length of the River Thames” with Li An Phoa, founder of Drinkable Rivers 33:00

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Li An Phoa is the founder of Drinkable Rivers, an organisation working towards a world where rivers are once again drinkable, by raising awareness through inspiring river walks, education and various action programs. In September 2023, Li An and a dedicated team of volunteers set off on an ambitious month-long expedition known as the Thames River W…

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“How to make sustainable investments” with Liontrust’s Peter Michaelis 29:01

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Peter Michaelis is the Head of Liontrust’s sustainable investments team. Since joining in 2017, Peter has led his Liontrust team to achieve a 77% lower carbon impact than the wider investment market. In the latest episode of Climate Heroes, Bruce and Peter discuss what inspired him to get into sustainable investing, how to start and the importance …

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“The plant-based alternative for meat lovers” with Andy Shovel, founder of THIS 30:17

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World Vegan Month Special: THIS is on a mission to force animals into retirement with their extensive range of plant-based meat alternatives. Since launching three years ago, THIS has already saved almost 1.2 million animals from the meat industry. In this episode, Andy discusses the benefits of adopting a plant-based diet and how he built one of t…

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Gaza: A Political and Spiritual Reckoning 55:15

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We’re failing. The Israel-Hamas war is barely two weeks old and we are witnessing a collective religious failure. Christians, Muslims, and Jews alike are failing to live up to their own principles. The moral and ethical “rules of engagement” have been thrown out the window—be it on the battlefield or in public discourse. How should religious people…

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“Inspiring the next generation of climate heroes” with Cindy Forde, Author, Speaker and founder of Planetari 31:17

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Cindy Forde is the founder of Planetari, an educational platform with a curriculum aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals that empower children with the knowledge and skills to become the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders in the environmental space. Cindy has also published a book titled ‘Bright New World’ an insp…

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Fighting the food waste epidemic with Olio’s Tessa Clarke 30:03

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Join over 7 million users on the Olio app, where sharing, borrowing, and giving away unwanted food and household items is reducing waste and fostering a sustainable community. Olio's mission extends to partnerships with leading UK businesses like Tesco, Iceland, and Eurostar, tackling food waste industry wide. Discover how Olio is transforming the …

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What is carbon accounting and why is it important for businesses? Greenly co-founder Alexis Normand explains. 31:52

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Only a third of businesses say they currently have a net-zero strategy in place, which is detrimental to the planet and the fight against global warming. Greenly helps over 1,500 businesses reduce their carbon emissions with their easy-to-use carbon accounting which gives their clients access to the latest technology and climate experts to help the…

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“Your guide to travelling sustainably” with Travel Matters’ Karen Simmonds 24:13

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Travel Matters creates memorable, conscious travel experiences that focus on making sure the local community and planet can flourish. A registered B Corp, their mission is to show how travel can impact the world in a positive way if done if correctly. Episode 22 Hosted By Bruce Bratley Featuring Karen Simmonds…

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“Creating the UK's leading earth science centre” With Hermione Cockburn from Dynamic Earth 35:51

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Dynamic Earth is the UK’s leading earth science centre, the immersive experience takes visitors on a complete tour of planet Earth, from the Big Bang to the unexplored depths of the ocean. Today’s guest is their Scientific Director Hermione Cockburn, former BBC presenter who now leads an incredible team responsible for delivering thought-provoking …

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“Pioneering the B Corp movement in the UK” with James Perry, Co-founder and board member of B Corp UK 30:22

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B Corporations are a global movement of businesses challenging the status quo by serving people and the planet instead of just profits. James Perry Co-founded the B Corp movement in the UK in 2014 and currently sits on the board of B Corp UK. His food company COOK was one of the first B Corporations in the United Kingdom. Episode 20 Hosted By Bruce…

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How to Exorcise Your Political Demons 1:18:03

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Political demons? Really? While everyone can agree that there’s something terribly wrong with America’s political culture, should we really describe it as “demonic” or even “demon-possessed”? Muslims and Christians have long recognized the presence and power of evil, but what does a belief in the “demonic” actually look like in modern political lif…

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“Empowering businesses to accelerate global climate actions” with Ecologi’s Elliot Coad 30:54

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Founded just four years ago, Ecologi has now built a passionate community of over 19,000 businesses and 40,000 members all on the same journey to reduce their carbon emissions and take climate action. Since then, the Ecologi community has planted over 66 million trees and offset almost 3 million tonnes of carbon. Episode 19 Hosted By Bruce Bratley …

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Islamic Feminism: An Oxymoron? 1:31:52

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Can Muslims be feminists? Should they be? This week, we speak with Hadia Mubarak, a self-described Muslim feminist, about the role and place of women in Islam. Professor Mubarak is the author of a groundbreaking new book titled Rebellious Wives and Neglectful Husbands. She fields a variety of tough questions from Shadi and Matthew: As a Muslim femi…

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“Spotlighting your businesses’ carbon solutions” with The Climate Agency’s Co-Founder Sophie Gallios 32:04

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The Climate Agency are a female-founded non-profit marketing strategy consultancy helping start-up navigate their biggest challenge yet, climate change. We spoke to their Co-Founder & Director Sophie Gallois to find out more about the climate communication space and how they’re helping businesses create meaningful and easy-to-digest campaigns throu…

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“Constructing a net-zero world” with Low Carbon Materials CEO & Co-Founder Natasha Boulding 29:36

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Earthshot Prize finalists Low Carbon Materials develops new solutions for the construction industry with its innovative net-zero building materials. In this episode, we speak to their CEO and Co-Founder Natasha Boulding, who was recently named in the Forbes 30 under 30 European Manufacturing & Industry list. Episode 17 Hosted By Bruce Bratley Featu…

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A Catholic Socialist in a Secular World 1:01:09

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Can the American Left make space for deep religious commitment? Elizabeth Bruenig, a 2023 Pulitzer Prize finalist, is one of the most prominent—and controversial—Catholic socialists in America today. In this episode, she joins Matt and Shadi to discuss how people of faith can contribute to secular politics while maintaining their rather “strange” r…

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“Creating a more sustainable fashion future” with Reskinned Co-Founder Ross Barry 32:11

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Reskinned is on a mission to help fashion brands achieve their sustainability goals with its circular economy model which incentivises owners to part with their unloved clothes so they can be resold, repurposed or recycled. With over 20 years of recycling experience and investments in modern technology solutions, Reskinned are creating new ways for…

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“Can packaging made from seaweed solve the plastic pollution problem?” Pierre-Yves Paslier from Notpla explains 30:51

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Pierre-Yves Paslier is the Co-founder & Co-CEO of Notpla, who recently won the prestigious Earthshot Prize environmental award for its innovative biodegradable packaging. Made from seaweed and plants, Notpla packaging naturally biodegrades in 4-6 weeks, making it innovative sustainable packaging alternative to single-use plastics. Episode 15 Hosted…

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How to Fight Political Burnout 59:47

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Americans are politically exhausted. Shadi happens to be one of them. But he’s taking action. In this special episode, our venerable co-host opens up about burnout, finitude, and his own struggles with meaning. In society more broadly, politically induced fatigue and even depression are spreading. Is there a way to find that meaning without religio…

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“Surviving the food waste epidemic” with Oddbox’s Deepak Ravindran 30:50

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Food waste is a worldwide problem and is responsible for around 10% of all greenhouse gas emissions. Oddbox is fighting the food waste epidemic and fostering conscious consumerism with its wonky fruit and vegetable subscription service, rescuing perfectly good food that would otherwise be wasted and getting it into our kitchens. Episode 14 Hosted b…

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Tinder and the Gods of Modern Sex 1:15:12

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Welcome to a frank and thought-provoking discussion of the modern sexual marketplace and its discontents. Our guest and guide is Washington Post columnist Christine Emba. Author of the widely acclaimed book Rethinking Sex: A Provocation, Emba argues that while the sexual revolution and the MeToo movement brought much good to the world, there is a g…

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“Pioneering for change” Ceris Turner-Bailes on WasteAid’s mission 31:10

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WasteAid is a UK-based organisation that works with communities in low-income countries to implement greener recycling and waste management programmes. Their hard work improves the lives of some of the poorest and most vulnerable people on the planet. Episode 13 Hosted by Bruce Bratley Featuring Ceris Turner-Bailes of WasteAid…

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“Why the Ocean’s future is key to our wellbeing” Finisterre’s Tom Kay explains 31:17

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Tom Kay is the founder of UK-based surfing brand Finisterre, which designs functional and sustainable products for those who love the sea. The Finisterre Foundation aims to inspire people to love and protect the sea and remove its barriers to access so everyone can enjoy our oceans. Episode 12 Hosted by Bruce Bratley Featuring Tom Kay of Finisterre…

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Crowning Charles: The Coronation and the Cross 55:06

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The coronation of King Charles will take place in a Christian church. Within the context of worship, Charles will be anointed, blessed, crowned, and enthroned as the head of England’s church and its state. As crown and cross intermingle and intersect so also do questions about the proper relationship between religion, politics, and power. Shadi Ham…

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“Becoming a sustainable business by achieving net zero” Anthesis' Stuart McLachlan explains 31:54

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Stuart McLachlan discusses the importance of achieving the target of net zero as a business in his latest book ‘The Adventure of Sustainable Performance', which guides you through the everchanging world of Environmental, social, and governance compliance. Episode 11 Hosted by Bruce Bratley Featuring Stuart McLachlan of Anthesis…

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Moral Progress and the Problem of Slavery 1:33:06

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Neither Islam nor Christianity banned slavery. For the near entirety of human history, the greatest prophets, statesmen, and philosophers did not seem to realize a truth that seems only too obvious today—that slavery is an unqualified and indisputable evil. How is it possible that they failed to realize this, despite being the most morally upstandi…