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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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Andrew Graham-Dixon
Art historian and author, known for his work on Johannes Vermeer.
Episode: Have We Finally Solved The Mystery of Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring? With Andrew Graham-Dixon
Amaka Godfrey
Executive Director of International Programs at WaterAid with over 25 years in the wash sector.
WaterAid
Episode: Everything Starts With Water
Mikhail Zygar
Exiled Russian journalist, author of "The Dark Side of The Earth"
Episode: Putin, The Soviet Union and The Rise of Russian Imperialism, with Mikhail Zygar (Part One)
Michael Steinberger
Author and New York Times Magazine journalist
Episode: Is Alex Karp the Philosopher of Silicon Valley? With Michael Steinberger
Sanna Marin
Former Prime Minister of Finland
Government of Finland
Episode: The Courage to Lead, with Sanna Marin, Former Prime Minister of Finland (Part Two)
Tony Collier
Ambassador and fundraiser for prostate cancer awareness; diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer in 2017.
Prostate Cancer UK
Episode: The Future of Prostate Cancer Care
Courtney Budler
CEO and president of US prostate cancer advocacy group Zero Prostate Cancer, a passionate advocate for human equity and public health communications.
Zero Prostate Cancer
Episode: The Future of Prostate Cancer Care
Dr. Pedro Barata
Board-certified oncologist and associate professor with extensive expertise in prostate cancer treatment and research.
University Hospital Sideman's Cancer Centre
Episode: The Future of Prostate Cancer Care
Martin Moore
Senior Lecturer in Political Communications and Director of the Center for the Study of Media and Communication and Power at King's College London
King's College London
Episode: Why Do Authoritarians Want To Control The News? With Martin Moore

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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 Statesa month ago
  • Mostly painfully dumb

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

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    ETL.sybaritic
    United States2 months ago
  • Disappointing

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

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    FjH57
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Mediocre show

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

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    Cy19103
    United Kingdom3 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 States3 months ago

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Women’s Prize-winner Rachel Clarke in conversation with Rob Delaney (Part Two)
Q: How do you think an adult's journey waiting for a transplant differs from that of a child's journey?
The experience as a child is often much better recognized with specialized resources in children's wards, while adults are treated more for efficient throughput, which can be lacking in emotional support.
Women’s Prize-winner Rachel Clarke in conversation with Rob Delaney (Part Two)
Q: What is the one thing you would like readers to take away from this book?
Talk to your families, please, please talk to your families about organ donation, and make sure you ask your kids their views.
Michael Rosen on Hope, Happiness and Finding Joy in the Small Things (Part One)
Q: When you were so ill with Covid that you were really on death's door, what did you think would go would be on your tombstone? Do you have an epitaph?
Please, leave him alone, he's tired.
Michael Rosen on Hope, Happiness and Finding Joy in the Small Things (Part One)
Q: What advice would you say to him as he goes into secondary school?
Read and read and read and read and read and read and read and read.
Michael Rosen on Hope, Happiness and Finding Joy in the Small Things (Part Two)
Q: Why do you revisit difficult stories like the death of your son in your book about hope and happiness?
I think everybody has troubled times, and if I talk about how I coped with those things, it might help others.

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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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2. Amaka Godfrey
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5. Sanna Marin
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