Society

When skepticism collides with human experience. The societal implications of scientific skepticism.

Religion

Conclave raises fascinating hypothetical scenarios within the Catholic Church

Gabriel Andrade -
The recent film Conclave, about the election of a new Pope, sheds light on the very human process behind anointing a new spokesperson for god
Society

The assisted dying conversation requires sensitive and compassionate debate

Brian Eggo -
Opponents of assisted dying have reasonable concerns that we should listen to rather than dismiss – even if, ultimately, we still disagree
Religion

Ho Ho Holy Man? Why Santa technically doesn’t quite count as a god

Kat Ford -
Steeped in ritual, with an almost-omniscient knowledge of children's morality and sleeping habits, should Santa be considered a god?
Society

Spotify Trapped? The algorithm is not what’s keeping you from new music

Nick Garratt -
Accompanying the annual sharing of Spotify listening summaries are accusations that the algorithm holds users back from discovering new music
History

Huge social media accounts glorify ancient architecture, while whitewashing the past

Mark Horne -
Social media accounts dedicated to ancient architecture too often glorifying the building while ignoring the circumstances of its construction
Conspiracy Theories

Left-wing conspiracy theories and ‘missing’ votes in the wake of Trump’s election win

Dave Hahn -
In the wake of Trump's election win, conspiracy theories around a 'missing 15m' votes were easier for the left to accept than Harris simply losing
Media

“Grey content”: how mainstream journalism accidentally fueled Covid vaccine hesitancy

Carlos Orsi -
Journalists have a duty to inform their readers, but they also must ensure they present true information in ways that don't accidentally misinform
Politics

The meaning crisis, and how we rescue young men from reactionary politics

Aaron Rabinowitz -
In the recent US election, male voters overwhelmingly voted for Trump - because he offered them the illusion of meaning in a world where their position is uncertain
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