In this bonus episode, recorded in front of a live virtual audience, Professor Paul Dolan and his guests discuss the neuroscience and social science behind the polarisation problem. Why do we take sides on so many issues? What makes us want to

Why do you care if I have pineapple on my pizza?

Jul 12th, 2021 43m 15s

In this episode, Professor Paul Dolan looks at why we like to take opposite sides - from food to football clubs, and politics to pizza – and why we find it difficult to accept differences of opinion. He speaks to two people who know a lot about

To live longer - or better?

Jul 5th, 2021 44m 9s

In this episode, Professor Paul Dolan examines what the last year has taught us about life’s only certainty: death. Has it changed how we think about the lives of older and younger people? Do we want to live longer, or better? He speaks to two

Is it better to be born a girl or a boy?

Jun 28th, 2021 45m 24s

In this episode, Professor Paul Dolan looks at gender differences. He talks to the men’s rights activist, Erin Pizzey, about why she thinks life is tougher for men and boys, especially at school. He’s also joined by Caroline Criado Perez, autho

A question of class

Apr 30th, 2021 39m 23s

Professor Paul Dolan examines whether class is fundamental to how people see themselves and whether we want a classless society. He speaks to two people who come from very different backgrounds. Lily Russell-Stracey went to an exclusive boardin

Fit or fat: who cares?

Apr 29th, 2021 35m 58s

Professor Paul Dolan looks at how we have becoming increasingly polarised in what we do to our bodies. Some of us getting fitter whilst most are getting fatter. The polarisation extends from our own behaviour to the judgements we make. We celeb

Freedom of speech

Apr 28th, 2021 36m 16s

Professor Paul Dolan asks if it’s ok to cancel someone for something they say or post on social media. Should freedom of speech and expression be protected at all costs – and how do we balance it with protection from bullying and hate? He spea

Security and Liberty

Apr 27th, 2021 36m 50s

Professor Paul Dolan asks if more security means less freedom? Has the pandemic fundamentally changed our relationship with the state and what it can tell us to do? He speaks to two people with very different views on these questions. Steve Bak

Relationships - marriage and monogamy

Apr 26th, 2021 35m 20s

Marriage and monogamy: Are single women happier? Professor Paul Dolan looks at relationships and the judgements people make, specifically when it comes to women. Why do people have such strong views on how women choose to live their lives? Why

Introducing Duck - Rabbit

Apr 23rd, 2021 2m 10s

Welcome to the Duck - Rabbit podcast: A journey through our polarised culture- and out the other side.Created and presented by Professor Paul Dolan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.