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'Woke' capitalism
Should companies weigh-in on sensitive social issues?
What is ‘woke’ capitalism?
A recent history of companies getting involved in social and political issues.
Hard work and mental health
Is better awareness of mental illness a good thing - or encouraging people out of work?
How can we measure the country’s mental health?
Ann John from Swansea University digs into the stats on mental illness
'Queering' museums
The debate sparked by reviewing historic collections through a queer or LGBT lens.
What is ‘queering’ a museum collection?
Josh Adair from Murray State University explains what’s meant by the term ‘queering’.
Traffic control measures and “The Great Resetâ€
ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Climate Disinformation Reporter Marco Silva explains the link.
Can white people be victims of racism?
The argument about prejudice, power, and the disputed idea of “reverse racismâ€.
Defining “racismâ€
Monica Moreno-Figueroa from the University of Cambridge on the history of the word.
Jewish actors for Jewish roles?
The debate about whether Jewish characters should always be played by Jewish actors.
What is ‘JewFace’?
Professor Bryan Cheyette on the history of the portrayal of Jewish characters
Counting sexual partners
Does your sexual history matter, and is it relevant whether you’re a man or a woman?
How many people have Britons slept with?
Professor Cath Mercer on asking people about their sexual histories
Political symbols at work
Should we be free to wear any political symbol at work?
‘Bring your whole self to work’?
What does the phrase mean and where does it come from?
The 'digital pound'
Would you swap cash for a central bank digital currency?
What is a Central Bank Digital Currency?
Former Bank of England economist Dan Davies on how a digital version of cash might work.
Lawyers: 'lefty' or right?
The debate around so-called 'lefty lawyers'. What's behind the use of the phrase?
‘Lefty Lawyers’: where does the phrase come from?
When did people start using the phrase ‘lefty lawyers’ and why?
Is reality TV stereotyping black women?
A contestant on the TV show I'm a Celebrity sparks a debate about racism and misogyny.
What is ‘Misogynoir’?
The origin of the term that describes a particular kind of prejudice faced by black women
Trans kids and schools
How schools should deal with kids who want to change their gender identity.
What is ‘social transitioning’?
What are the impacts of a young person wanting to be treated as a different gender?
The National Anthem
The debate about whether we should sing God Save the King.
Patriotism and ‘progressive activists’
How does a small but outspoken group influence the debate about UK national identity?
Culture wars in Europe
Surrogacy in Italy, feminism in Spain, and culture wars activism across borders.
'Black Out' performances
Are stage shows aimed at black audiences inclusive or divisive?
What is the ‘white gaze’?
What does it mean, and where does the idea come from?
Does Britain need a Muslim war memorial?
Plans for a Muslim war memorial have sparked debate about history, identity, and monuments
Why are statues such flashpoints in the culture wars?
Statues: tearing them down or putting them up, why so they make people so angry?
Misgendering and Hate Crime
Exploring the debate around gender, pronouns, and Scotland’s new hate crime law.