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LSE: Public lectures and events

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The London School of Economics and Political Science public events podcast series is a platform for thought, ideas and lively debate where you can hear from some of the world's leading thinkers. Listen to more than 200 new episodes every year.

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This podcast was originally published in October 2024 and is being republished as part of our Summer archive series of LSE's Public Lectures and Events.

This podcast was originally published in May 2024 and is being republished as part of our Summer archive series of LSE's Public Lectures and Events.

This podcast was originally published in December 2025 and is being republished as part of our Summer archive series of LSE's Public Lectures and Events.

This podcast was originally published in January 2026 and is being republished as part of our Summer archive series of LSE's Public Lectures and Events.

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Recent Guests

Shweta Banerjee
Head of BRAC International
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Zenab Salvi
Humanitarian, author, media host focused on women's rights and climate leadership
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Thomas Piketty
Professor of economics; author of Capital in the 21st Century and Capital in Ideology
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Episode: From the Archive: Global inequality in historical and comparative perspective
Jeff Siebo
External collaborator from NYU
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Jane Lawton
Earth Species Project collaborator
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Jonathan Birch
Founding director of the Jeremy Coller Center for Animal Sentience
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Jeremy Coller
Philanthropist and founder of the Jeremy Coller Foundation
Jeremy Coller Foundation
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Kristin Andrews
Philosopher collaborating on AI and animal ethics
City University of New York Graduate Center
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Leonie Bossert
External collaborator from University of Vienna
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Hosts

Oriana Bandiera
Host of the event; London School of Economics and Political Science
Francisco Ferreira
Host of the event and introduction speaker
Tony Travers
Host of the event and moderator

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 901 ratings
  • Sound quality?

    The quality of the recordings has declined significantly over the last weeks, maybe invest in new microphones?

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    Polyxena B
    Austria3 months ago
  • Nick Stern episode

    Encouraging to hear thoughtful views at this time of confusion.

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    5
    Nfland
    Canada4 months ago
  • Great content/ Bad Audio

    I have been listening to these podcasts for more than ten years and learnt so much from it so I am for ever in debt to the people making this podcast. However, I can’t understand why such an elite and important institution invest so little in their recording equipment and audio engineering staff. It really undermines the power and reach of all the wonderful people that get to have a public lecture there. I am baffled that one of the most venerable university in the world neglect this aspect in t... more

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    Audiophile-666
    Belgiuma year ago
  • A very exciting podcast

    This podcast covers a wide range of issues that shape our world, featuring numerous experts who provide fascinating analysis. I highly recommend it!

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    5
    Aaron.ohyn
    Francea year ago
  • Academic echo chamber

    Feels like a bunch of academics desperate for self affirmation, somewhat out of touch with the rest of us, echoing each other…

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    1
    N1ckname9
    New Zealand2 years ago

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The range of topics from climate to AI to inequality keeps content fresh and influential.
Audio quality and production consistency are recurring concerns among listeners.
Some listeners feel debates can skew toward elite perspectives but still appreciate the breadth of topics.
Long-form lectures with global scope offer deep insights for policy and academia.
High-caliber guests and rigorous, data-driven discussions are a hallmark.

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From the Archive: Addressing climate inequality
Q: Should rich countries compensate developing countries for keeping unexploited fossil fuels in the ground?
Discussion around mitigation vs. adaptation funding; position that carbon pricing and redistribution mechanisms should address equity and incentivize conservation, with recognition of political challenges.
From the Archive: Addressing climate inequality
Q: Should large emitting emerging economies like China and India also pay into a loss and damage fund?
Hosts and panelists treat it as a global responsibility; emphasis on consumption-based considerations and distributive justice rather than geographic borders; debate on fairness and governance of funds.
From the Archive: Addressing climate inequality
Q: What extra considerations need to be made for small island states with respect to climate change?
Q&A from online audience; discussion around unique vulnerabilities and governance needs for small island states, focusing on adaptation, finance, and inclusion in loss-and-damage discussions.
From the Archive: Women, nature, and 2030: a transformational global climate solution
Q: What have you found most impactful for increasing philanthropic investment into nature-based solutions?
Data and narratives matter; showing not only the dollars invested but how funds translate into tangible community benefits, continuity of leadership, and measurable improvements in biodiversity and livelihoods drives deeper funding and trust.
From the Archive: Women, nature, and 2030: a transformational global climate solution
Q: What role do you see mothers taking with regards to climate change?
Mothers are often central to a multi-generational perspective, guiding decisions with considerations for future generations, and their leadership can steer community resilience, care economies, and long-term sustainable practices beyond short-term policy cycles.

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What is LSE: Public lectures and events about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program curates high-level discussions and panel debates on economics, public policy, climate change, and technology, featuring leading researchers, policymakers, and practitioners. Episodes frequently tackle global inequality, development finance, gender dynamics in economics, climate resilience, and the political economy of policy choices, often pairing empirical analysis with real-world case studies. A distinguishing trait is the blend of rigorous scholarship with accessible storytelling and cross-disciplinary perspectives, including views from philosophers, activists, and industry experts. Listeners are likely drawn to long-form, data-driven conversations about pressing global issues and the implications for policy, business strate... more

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