Rephonic
Artwork for The We Society

The We Society

AcSS
Brexit
Social Sciences
Artificial Intelligence
Climate Change
Mental Health
Public Health
Disinformation
Education
Social Media
Misinformation
Donald Trump
Domestic Abuse
Psychological Inoculation
Drug Policy
Social Mobility
Local Government
Propaganda
Inequality In Education
United Kingdom
Hate Crimes

Beyond the politics, beyond our geography are the intangible connections that hold us together – The We Society. The We Society podcast is here to tell you about the thousands of ways the Social Sciences can help us understand and enhance this complicated and fascinating human network. What can we do to fix the NHS? How can we better manage climate change? How do we end the cost of living cris... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes93Founded4 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
Social SciencesNewsNews CommentaryScience

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The We Society

Latest Episodes

Google processes billions of searches every day, and the data behind the searches say a lot about us. The data analysis presents fascinating insights not just for social science, but for every person using search engines to navigate modern life.

In ... more

It's the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence this year, but the mood isn’t purely about celebration. If you've wondered why the US and US politics feel so unstable despite the country being richer and more powerful than ever, this ep... more

The UK’s Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) system is buckling because of rising demand. One in five children now qualify for some form of SEND support, yet access still depends heavily on postcode and parental intervention.

In this ep... more

The ongoing war in Ukraine has recently hit a grim milestone: in June 2026 it surpassed the duration of World War One.

In this episode of the We Society, Michael Kofman talks to host Will Hutton about why what began as a bid for quick victory has b... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

The Conversation Weekly
The Conversation WeeklyThe Conversation
Radical
RadicalBBC Radio 4
IFS Zooms In: The Economy
IFS Zooms In: The EconomyInstitute for Fiscal Studies

Recent Guests

Adam Smith
Edward Orsborn Professor of US Politics and Political History at the University of Oxford; Director of the Rothermere American Institute
University of Oxford
Episode: S11 Ep7: The USA 250 years after Independence with Adam Smith
Alice Reeves
Research Grants and Programs Manager for Education at The Nuffield Foundation
The Nuffield Foundation
Episode: S11 Ep6: How can we fix the special needs system in England’s schools? with Alice Reeves
Michael Kofman
Senior fellow in the Russian and Eurasian Program
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Episode: S11 Ep5: Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine: what does social science tell us? with Michael Kofman
Danny Dorling
Professor of Geography, University of Oxford
University of Oxford
Episode: S11 Ep4: The crisis of constant crisis with Danny Dorling
Sophie Harman
Professor of International Politics at Queen Mary University of London
Queen Mary University of London
Episode: S11 Ep2: Placing the Right Kind of Attention on Women’s Health with Professor Sophie Harman
Helen Miller
Director of the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS)
Institute for Fiscal Studies
Episode: S11 Ep1: Social policy solutions to the UK’s inequality crisis with Helen Miller and Sir Richard Blundell
Sir Richard Blundell
Research Director of the IFS for 30 years; renowned empirical microeconomist
Institute for Fiscal Studies
Episode: S11 Ep1: Social policy solutions to the UK’s inequality crisis with Helen Miller and Sir Richard Blundell
Saul Klein
Tech entrepreneur and venture capital investor
Saul Klein (investor)
Episode: The We Society returns on Wednesday 15 July
Michael Kaufman
Professor at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Episode: The We Society returns on Wednesday 15 July

Host

Will Hutton
Host of The We Society

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 110 ratings
  • Welcome back! Very stimulating

    Podcast Addict
    5
    PaulS
    2 months ago
  • A refreshing listen

    Really interesting - great conversations with people who consider all sides and perspectives to situations. Always relevant subjects.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bloomsbun
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Great find. Informative, entertaining and positive.

    Only found this thanks to a suggestion from the ‘great algorithm in the sky’ well cloud, all the episodes I’ve listened to are informative, entertaining and generally positive making listening to them a really enjoyable experience. Really good stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pod Plodder
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Quickly became one of my favourite podcasts

    I love learning about why we humans behave the way the do and love listening to smart people tell me why. This ticks all those boxes and more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jill1091
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • My favourite podcast right now.

    I’m enjoying learning about the role of the social sciences. I studied Sociology at University in the late 80’s. I don’t think that I was ever told what it was really for or encouraged to turn my studies into a career. If only I could do it over! This will have to do. And it will do quite well. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Graham219
    United Kingdom3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise the show for balanced conversations and evidence-led insight.
The host is appreciated for guiding nuanced discussions without oversimplification.
Guests are diverse across social sciences, economics, and public policy.
Production quality and thoughtful framing are frequently highlighted by listeners.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S11 Ep4: The crisis of constant crisis with Danny Dorling
Q: How should people respond to the avalanche of crises in the media?
He suggests contextualizing today's crises against historical experiences, recognizing progress in many areas, and avoiding despair by focusing on practical actions and policies that address root causes rather than sensational headlines.
S11 Ep4: The crisis of constant crisis with Danny Dorling
Q: What induced you to write this book, and what is its core premise?
Dorling explains that overuse of the word crisis inspired him to push back against alarmist narratives. The book uses global survey data to examine what people actually fear and to argue for more precise distinctions between genuine crises and inflated anxieties.
S11 Ep3: Why Britain should back more innovators with Saul Klein
Q: What does a venture capitalist actually do that is unique or different from other investors?
A venture capitalist looks for founders with science-fiction-like ideas that could become practical solutions over a 10-20 year horizon, provides early-stage capital, guides them through growth, and opens access to follow-on funding and strategic networks, aiming to turn high-potential ideas into scalable companies.
S11 Ep2: Placing the Right Kind of Attention on Women’s Health with Professor Sophie Harman
Q: Why is women's health a political issue beyond science?
Because policy decisions, leadership, and funding choices are driven by political dynamics and gendered power structures, not only by scientific findings.
S11 Ep1: Social policy solutions to the UK’s inequality crisis with Helen Miller and Sir Richard Blundell
Q: What policy approach do the guests advocate for addressing inequality?
A two-pronged strategy: diagnose the underlying drivers of inequality (markets, skills, local productivity), and implement a coordinated package of policies across training, regional development, innovation, and stable tax/regulatory environments for long-term growth.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About The We Society

What is The We Society about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thought-provoking, ideas-driven show that brings social science perspectives to big public issues. Across episodes, guests range from economics and policy researchers to venture capitalists, climate scientists, health experts, and technology scholars, with frequent focus on inequality, public policy, innovation, and the social implications of technology. Noteworthy is the host's emphasis on data-led analysis and long-term, systems-level thinking, often linking UK and European contexts to global trends. The format tends to combine rigorous academic insight with practical policy ideas, making it useful for listeners who want both conceptual clarity and actionable takeaways for governance, business strategy, or advocacy.

Where can I find podcast stats for The We Society?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The We Society. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to The We Society and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The We Society get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The We Society, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for The We Society?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The We Society, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does The We Society have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The We Society has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to The We Society?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The We Society:

1. The Briefing Room
2. The Conversation Weekly
3. Radical
4. IFS Zooms In: The Economy
5. Inside Briefing with the Institute for Government

How many episodes of The We Society are there?

The We Society launched 4 years ago and published 93 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact The We Society?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for The We Society?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The We Society from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for The We Society?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The We Society. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on The We Society?

Recent guests on The We Society include:

1. Adam Smith
2. Alice Reeves
3. Michael Kofman
4. Danny Dorling
5. Sophie Harman
6. Helen Miller
7. Sir Richard Blundell
8. Saul Klein

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days