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Intelligence Squared

Intelligence Squared
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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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Fiona Hill is one of the most authoritative voices on the forces reshaping global politics today. Born in County Durham, from 2017 to 2019 she was a senior adviser on European and Russian Affairs at the White House and in October 2019 she was a key w... more

Fiona Hill is one of the most authoritative voices on the forces reshaping global politics today. Born in County Durham, from 2017 to 2019 she was a senior adviser on European and Russian Affairs at the White House and in October 2019 she was a key w... more

Scott Anderson is a veteran foreign reporter and war correspondent, and a contributing writer for The New York Times. Over his career he has reported from Bosnia, Libya, Palestine and across the Middle East.

In this episode, he spoke to host Hannah ... more

What does it take to lead one of the world’s most powerful banks when the global financial system is on the brink of collapse?

As CEO for Goldman Sachs from 2006 to 2018, Lloyd Blankfein was at the helm as the global financial system teetered on col... more

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Recent Guests

Lloyd Blankfein
Former CEO of Goldman Sachs
Episode: What Does It Take to Run Goldman Sachs During a Meltdown? With Former CEO Lloyd Blankfein
Nicolas Niarchos
Contributing writer at The New Yorker and editor of Now Voyage Your Magazine
Episode: Are Lithium and Cobalt the New Oil? The Elements of Power, with Nicolas Niarchos
Aleks Krotoski
Award-winning broadcaster, author, and academic interested in death and the radical longevity movement
NYU Tisch School of the Arts
Episode: Could Silicon Valley Billionaires Cure Aging? With Aleks Krotoski
Adrian Woolfson
Co-founder of Genero, a California-based biotechnology company specializing in synthetic genome design and construction
Genero
Episode: Will AI Design New Organisms From Scratch? With Adrian Woolfson
Ece Temelkuran
Award-winning Turkish writer and political thinker
Episode: Fascism, Exile, and Redefining Home in the 21st Century, with Ece Temelkuran
Sir Sajid Javid
Former British politician for the Conservative Party and author of 'The Colour of Home'
House of Commons
Episode: Sir Sajid Javid – Lessons From the Front Bench (Part Two)
Sajid Javid
Former British politician for the Conservative Party.
Former Home Secretary
Episode: Sir Sajid Javid – Lessons From the Front Bench (Part One)
Helen Rumford
Lead policy analyst for climate policy and campaigns at WaterAid, focusing on inclusive, sustainable change and climate justice.
WaterAid
Episode: Can Water Shape Our Future?
Vera Kloettschen
Climate and environment lead at WaterAid with over a decade of experience in climate-resilient water systems.
WaterAid
Episode: Can Water Shape Our Future?

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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.

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    DigDug2222222
    United States3 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 States4 months ago
  • Disappointing

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

    Apple Podcasts
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    FjH57
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Mediocre show

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

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    3
    Cy19103
    United Kingdom5 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

    Apple Podcasts
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    Charlotte Burgman
    United States5 months ago

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Fatima Bhutto on Grief, Survival, and the Life-Affirming Love of Canine Companions
Q: What else did you see when she wasn't grieving but was bonding with these little puppies?
I think there's a lot of conversation about toxic masculinity and male loneliness, and not enough about the damage that that culture inflicts on the world around it.
Fatima Bhutto on Grief, Survival, and the Life-Affirming Love of Canine Companions
Q: Can you tell me a little bit about Coco, how she entered your life, and what she's like?
Coco is an 11-year-old Jack Russel, and I fell in love with her because she entered my life during a period of incredible isolation.
CNN's Christiane Amanpour on Trump, Iran and the World in 2026 (Part Two)
Q: What do you think about the Venezuelan political situation?
Maduro's failure to adapt and uphold democracy led to his current isolation; there's ongoing concern about the lack of genuine democratic processes within the regime.
CNN's Christiane Amanpour on Trump, Iran and the World in 2026 (Part Two)
Q: What should I do to prepare for a career in journalism given the changes happening in the industry?
Embrace digital platforms but focus on maintaining the integrity of journalism; storytelling is key and fieldwork is essential.
Are Lithium and Cobalt the New Oil? The Elements of Power, with Nicolas Niarchos
Q: Is it still worth it to pursue this green transition?
Yes, pursuing the green transition is essential, but it must be done intelligently, with an acute awareness of the entire supply chain and its human costs.

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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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5. Ece Temelkuran
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