The Politics of Violence

The Politics of Violence

The story of humanity has always been a violent one. For millenia, empires have risen and fallen based on conquest, and war has been an ever present feature of modern politics. In 2026, nothing seems to have changed- the US has most recently started a war with Iran and every missile dropped is causing untold human suffering. In this net positive or not episode, we analyse the phenomena of violence through both a geopolitical and individual lens. We start by discussing self defence and personal protection- how are you supposed to protect yourself in a dangerous world? Is aggression a valid deterrence- is it fair to behave aggressively towards others, but also does it actually work? Here we discuss Sapolsky, human nature and Max Weber In segment two, we discuss the geopolitical landscape of 2026- Trump is distancing the US from the EU and threatening to leave NATO, which would expose European countries militarily. What does this mean for Europe and specifically for us as Diasporans living in Europe. Here we discuss Europe’s obligations to the US and the fate of Africa on a potentially highly militarised world stage. Enjoy ❤️

The Philosophy of Sustainability

Humanity is facing an existential crisis and we aren't taking it seriously enough. Planet Earth is facing climate change at an alarming rate and the place we all call home is set to change forever. Experts are forecasting that by 2100, up to 1 billion people could be forced out of their homes due to increases to sea levels, extreme weather events and mass crop failure. Who is to blame for this? Today we address the highly requested topic of Sustainability. We analyse how we have got to the situation we are in, who is morally responsible for it and the solutions we have available to us. We begin by asking a difficult ethical question: Should you consume less to address climate change? In segment two, we change gears to understand the geo-political situation of 2026. We touch on America's war in Iran, the closing of the Strait of Hormuz and how this might have changed the international oil markets forever. Enjoy ❤️ Credits: Thumbnail art by Tomi Olopade (@eddieapollo on instagram)

The Politics of Childhood

What are the next generation concerned about? What excites them? And how different are their childhoods from ours? Today we head into a school to try to answer these important questions with London's finest teenagers. Back when we were children, the world was a very different place- but perhaps some things never change. We asked our secondary school stars two simple questions:- What are you most concerned about in the future? - What are you most excited about in the future? We offer an insight in our own childhoods, analyse what has changed in the last 20 years and what that means for society as a whole. Our conversation touches on gender roles, ambition, and our relationship with our parents. Enjoy ❤️---------------------Credits: Thumbnail art by Tomi Olopade (@eddieapollo on instagram)---------------------Subscribe to our channel: https://bit.ly/tt-subTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thinktwiceworldInstagram: https://instagram.com/thinktwiceshow

The Philosophy of Absurdism

What is the meaning of life? One of the most famous Europeans to tackle this question was Albert Camus, a French writer and thinker who is often accredited with being the founder of Absurdism. In his book The Myth of Sisyphus he outlines how he sees the human condition. As inquisitive and curious creatures, we want meaning. The universe is indifferent to us and will never give us meaning. This tension = the absurd.In today's episode, we contemplate if we agree with diagnosis of Camus (and the wider field of Existentialism). We question if our lives truly are meaningless. And if they are, where do we go from there?In segment one, we ask if happiness is possible if we accept that life has no meaning, before tackling the Absurd more explicitly in segment two. In the moral dilemma, we question how we would feel about a machine that could calculate our most compatible path in life. Would we accept the diagnosis, or reject it, knowing that you might experience lower levels of satisfaction and happiness.Enjoy ❤️---------------------Credits: Thumbnail art by Tomi Olopade (@eddieapollo on instagram)

The Morality of Media

Media has always been a fundamental part of modern society. Before social media and smartphones, news shows dominated televisions around the world. Before TV, radio and newspapers were widely distributed and consumed. Ultimately, distributing information is always a good thing for the people. But the distribution of media has never been neutral, often used as a tool to control and manipulate the cultural conversation.In today's episode, we consider two forms of media, their owners, characteristics and history. Legacy Media (large newspapers and established media companies) and Social Media (eg. Facebook, Instagram and Twitter). We weigh up their respective harms and benefits and assess if they have been a net positive for society. Enjoy ❤️