UK Column News Podcast 29th January 2024

UK Column News Podcast 29th January 2024

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Everyone Deserves a Fair Trial | UK Column Interviews

Professor Diane Rasmussen spoke with Dr Stuart Waiton, a senior lecturer in sociology and criminology at Abertay University, about the recent investigation into — and subsequent vindication of — his decision to organise a classroom lecture by women representing Justice for Innoce ...  Show more

Storytelling, Choices, and The Nature of Evil | Jerm Warfare

Todd Hayen and Jerm explore topics that range from personal choices during COVID, the nature of evil, and the role of storytelling in human culture, to the influence of technology and transhumanism.They delve into the philosophical and metaphysical aspects of human existence, soc ...  Show more

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