The Economist
Ireland: divided by abortion
Abortion is banned in Ireland in almost all circumstances, including rape and incest. On May 25th voters will have their say in a referendum that could repeal the ban.
Institute of Art and Ideas
Are space and time just a human fantasy?
We think space and time are the structure of the universe. Yet Einstein argued 'space and time are modes by which we think and not conditions in which we live'. And philosophers, Kant and Heidegger, saw space and time as the framework of...
Institute of Art and Ideas
A World Without Borders (long form version)
From the Olympics to the UN we celebrate national identity and culture. Yet nations are typically the source of warfare and conflict. Would we be better to get rid of nations and borders in favour of a wider, ultimately global,...
Encyclopaedia Britannica
Britannica Explores: Scottish Language
Britannica editor Jeff Wallenfeldt provides an overview of the Scots language.
ACDC Leadership
Macro 3.3- Long- Run Aggregate Supply
Mr. Clifford explains the Long Run Aggregate Supply Curve (LRAS) and the relationship between price level and output in the long run.
Hip Hughes History
How a Bill Becomes a Law: The HipHughes Review
We all know the SchoolHouse rocks song; but is it really that easy to pass a law? In this video we take a look not only at the Constitutional process but the more in depth informal process.
Institute of Art and Ideas
Alternatives to capitalism
As China and Russia adopt their own variants, the reign of capitalism seems absolute. Yet there are many who wish for an alternative and some who claim a final crisis is in the making. Is there a radical alternative that we have not yet...
Institute of Art and Ideas
Is art or science better for understanding experience?
Our life is made up of experiences. But what experience is remains a mystery. Heidegger thought it inexplicable and neuroscientists cannot find its location. Do we just need a better theory to uncover its secrets? Or is experience...
Institute for New Economic Thinking
Do Economists Understand the Economy?
Missing the big picture is all too common in the field. Lance Taylor, Professor Emeritus at The New School for Social Research, has focused on the reconstruction of macroeconomic theory and seeks to challenge mainstream approaches....
Weird History
What Was Viking Hygiene Like
As warriors, traders, and eventual settlers, the Vikings disrupted the lives of those groups they encountered while simultaneously facilitating cultural exchange and making an impression that was often less than positive. This is how...
Institute of Art and Ideas
Do the laws of nature exist?
From Newton's laws to E=mc2, we think we have uncovered the secrets of the universe. But some claim these laws evolve and others point to their human and cultural origins. Might eternal natural laws be human hubris? Or is the mind of God...
Institute of Art and Ideas
Does migration threaten our democracy?
The nation, the tribe, the union, are all sources of strength. But they are also a means to entrench advantage and exclude others. Are borders and boundaries really about privilege? Should we strengthen them so we have greater power and...
The Business Professor
8th Amendment - Criminal Law Protections
This video discusses the protections afforded individuals from prosecution under the 8th Amendment of the US Constitution.
The Backyard Scientist
How to choose the next President
I pour molten aluminum on hillary clinton, Flamethrower donald trump, and squirt metal at the berninator.
Institute of Art and Ideas
Can the electorate be trusted?
We believe democracy leads to a fairer world. Yet almost all governments claim to be democratic including China, Russia and Syria. And 50 years after the abolition of hanging, UK polls still show a majority in favour. Is democracy...
Institute of Art and Ideas
Is AI a threat to mankind?
Evil artificial intelligences are luckily confined to fiction. Yet leading scientists claim that intelligent machines are 'the most serious threat facing mankind'. Are they right or could a mind free from human prejudices create a better...
Institute of Art and Ideas
What is experience and why is it mysterious?
Our life is made up of experiences. But what experience is remains a mystery. Heidegger thought it inexplicable and neuroscientists cannot find its location. Do we just need a better theory to uncover its secrets? Or is experience...
Healthcare Triage
Randomized Controlled Trials and Full Body CT Scans
Never disrespect the randomized controlled trial. This is Healthcare Triage News.
Institute of Art and Ideas
Are space and time real?
We think space and time are the structure of the universe. Yet Einstein argued 'space and time are modes by which we think and not conditions in which we live'. And philosophers, Kant and Heidegger, saw space and time as the framework of...
Institute for New Economic Thinking
Students Fear Ideas Not Viruses
"Good intentions and bad ideas are setting up a generation for failure." Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt argues that as a society we are enabling a new form of explosive censorship, fueled by social media, which is eroding trust and...
TLDR News
Withdrawal Agreement Approved by the European Parliament - Brexit Explained
Yesterday the European Parliament voted to officially approve the Withdrawal Agreement. This means that the UK can officially leave the EU tomorrow (January 31) and progress with the Brexit process. However, it's worth looking closer at...
TLDR News
Opinionated: Should the United Kingdom Codify Their Constitution? - TLDR News
Currently, the UK is one of a handful of countries with an uncodified constitution, meaning there's no one constitutional document that sets out how the UK's democracy works. We asked our audience what they thought about codifying the...
Institute of Art and Ideas
The wealth divide
As China and Russia adopt their own variants, the reign of capitalism seems absolute. Yet there are many who wish for an alternative and some who claim a final crisis is in the making. Is there a radical alternative that we have not yet...
Institute of Art and Ideas
What is the future of Capitalism?
As China and Russia adopt their own variants, the reign of capitalism seems absolute. Yet there are many who wish for an alternative and some who claim a final crisis is in the making. Is there a radical alternative that we have not yet...