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Intelligence Squared

Intelligence Squared
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Homo Sapiens
Imperial War Museum

Intelligence Squared is the home of lively debate and deep-dive discussion. Follow Intelligence Squared wherever you get your podcasts and enjoy four regular episodes per week taking you to the heart of the issues that matter in the company of the world’s great minds. We’d love to hear your feedback and what you think we should talk about next, who we should have on and what our future debates sho... more

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Mikhail Zygar
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Michael Steinberger
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Episode: Is Alex Karp the Philosopher of Silicon Valley? With Michael Steinberger
Sanna Marin
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Tony Collier
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Mia Sorenti
Producer of Intelligence Squared

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 2.3k ratings
  • Prostate cancer - Intelligence Halved

    I listened to this 30 minute episode and know absolutely nothing more about prostate cancer than I did going in (which was very little). 30 minutes of vague generalities that could have applied to just about any disease or condition. You have three experts on, plus a moderator that presumably did some research - provide some actual details about the unique experiences of prostate cancer, symptoms, treatment, prognosis, typical course of the disease, etc.

    Apple Podcasts
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    DigDug2222222
    United States2 months ago
  • Mostly painfully dumb

    So far came across ONE discussion that represented promise in the pod description.

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    ETL.sybaritic
    United States3 months ago
  • Disappointing

    Some episodes are getting weaker. None more so than having Michael Gove on the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    FjH57
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Mediocre show

    It used to be wonderful, now just invites mediocre people who try to sell their books.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Cy19103
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • “Hotels with History”: the wet lettuce leaf of podcasts … Is it really even a podcast?

    What the heck? How can such a potentially interesting topic with a great narrator, Mr Grant, be such a wet limp thing. Aggrandising trivialities and never really getting into the heart of anything. Just run an ad … honestly. Not just a waste of effort, this is worse; giving “ick” on these hotels I used to enjoy. And now Raffles is also dead to me … uggh. Why is this podcast so bad? Well done, chaps

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    Charlotte Burgman
    United States4 months ago

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#203
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#233
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#104
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#105
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#107
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An Evening with Alan Davies (Part One)
Q: Do you think it takes a particular kind of person to be a stand-up? Is there some unifying characteristic of all stand-ups?
Davies shares that monumental ego is essential for a stand-up and emphasizes the unique characteristics that different comedians bring to the circuit.
An Evening with Alan Davies (Part One)
Q: So why is that? Because in the book, you say that when there's those forms you fill in and you have to say what your job is, you'll put stand-up comic.
Davies explains that despite considering himself a stand-up comic, he hadn't toured in a big way for over ten years due to lack of material and personal challenges.
Julia Ioffe and Clarissa Ward on Putin, Russia and the Women Fighting For A Better Future (Part One)
Q: What's the impact of the collapse of the Soviet Union on women?
It led to a shift toward traditionalism and conservatism, with women bearing the brunt of economic difficulties as they had to work more to support their families.
Julia Ioffe and Clarissa Ward on Putin, Russia and the Women Fighting For A Better Future (Part One)
Q: How well known is Alexandra Kolontai in Russia today? Is she celebrated?
No, she is not well known and was pushed out of government and written out of history very quickly after the Bolsheviks took power.
Julia Ioffe and Clarissa Ward on Putin, Russia and the Women Fighting For A Better Future (Part One)
Q: Was it always conceived of in your mind as sort of recent Soviet and Russian history told through the stories of women?
It was not intended to be this and I didn't want to write a women's history, I wanted to write something serious.

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The content features spirited debates and insightful discussions encompassing a wide range of topics such as politics, economics, culture, technology, and social issues. Prominent figures including politicians, academics, and thought leaders engage in deep explorations of contemporary challenges, often reflecting on historical contexts and implications for the future. Listeners can expect a blend of critical analysis and thought-provoking discourse, making it both informative and stimulating for anyone interested in current affairs and intellectual dialogue. A unique aspect is the commitment to fostering honest debate, often inviting diverse perspectives that challenge prevailing narratives, which could appeal to individuals seeking an arra... more

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