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Morality in the 21st Century: A BBC Radio 4 Philosophy and Ethics Series

Rabbi Jonathan Sacks speaks to the world's leading thinkers about morality today In this fascinating series Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks explores what morality means, speaking with globally renowned thinkers, as well as voices from the next generation. From Steven Pinker and Robert Putnam to Melinda Gates and Jordan Peterson, the guests discuss the free market and the financial crash, selfies and social media, individuals and tribalism, artificial intelligence, role models, and rediscovering politics of the common good. With each topic, Rabbi Sacks also talks with teenagers from Manchester, London and Hertfordshire about how they engage with moral questions, and what they see as the greatest moral struggles that Generation Z will face. Production credits Presented by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks Producer: Dan Tierney Series Editor: Christine Morgan First broadcast on BBC Radio 4, 3-7 September 2018 Episode 1: Responsibility How can we pursue our own interests without feeling vulnerable and isolated? With Jordan Peterson, Noreena Hertz, and Michael Sandel. Episode 2: Jordan Peterson Rabbi Jonathan Sacks speaks to Jordan Peterson, professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto, and discusses how moral codes are formed. Episode 3: Noreena Hertz Noreena Hertz, economist, author and broadcaster, gives her verdict on the current state of capitalism and explores the failure of markets to deliver moral outcomes. Episode 4: The Selfie Generation How does a culture of selfies impact the way we live our lives? With Jean Twenge, Professor of psychology at San Diego State University, and David Brooks, political and social commentator and author. Episode 5: Jean Twenge Rabbi Sacks meets with Jean Twenge to explore why children with higher internet usage seem to have the lowest outcomes for happiness, resilience and tolerance. Episode 6: David Brooks David Brooks, the New York Times columnist, shares with Rabbi Sacks his thoughts on how individualism has gone too far. Episode 7: Is Society a Myth? What happens when we move from 'we're all in this together' to 'I'm free to be myself'? With Jonathan Haidt, Professor of Ethical Leadership at New York University, and Robert Putnam, Professor of Public Policy at Harvard University. Episode 8: Jonathan Haidt Rabbi Sacks talks to Jonathan Haidt, who is concerned about the destructive forms of tribalism in society today. Episode 9: Robert Putnam Why have social bonds collapsed in America, and what does that mean for the rest of the world? Rabbi Sacks and Robert Putnam discuss the importance of social capital. Episode 10: Artificial Intelligence How can humans continue to choose our fate in a world of AI? With Mustafa Suleyman, Co-founder and Head of Applied AI at DeepMind, and Nick Bostrom, Philosophy Professor at the University of Oxford. Episode 11: Mustafa Suleyman Rabbi Jonathan Sacks speaks to Mustafa Suleyman at one of the world's leading innovators in Artificial Intelligence, and explores the biggest moral questions around AI. Episode 12: Nick Bostrom In a further examination of the moral challenges of AI, Rabbi Sacks talks again with Nick Bostrom, who was one of the first to warn of the dangers of 'superintelligence'. Episode 13: Moral Heroes Who are the role models of the next generation, and do they provide hope for a better, more ethical and more responsible world? With Steven Pinker, Melinda Gates, Michael Sandel, and Jordan Peterson. Episode 14: Steven Pinker and Melinda Gates Rabbi Sacks meets with Steven Pinker to hear his reasons for hope for a better world, and with Melinda Gates to explore the motivations for her philanthropy. Episode 15: Michael Sandel In the final episode, Rabbi Sacks and the world-renowned political philosopher Michael Sandel discuss how we can return to a politics of the common good. © 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.

Jonathan Sacks (Author), David Brooks, Jonathan Sacks, Jordan Peterson, Melinda Gates, Mustafa Suleyman, Norrena Hertz, Steven Pinker, Various (Narrator)

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The Moment of Lift: How Empowering Women Changes the World

'We need this message more than ever' - Malala Yousafzai Melinda Gates's book is a lesson in listening. A powerful, poignant, and ultimately humble call to arms. - Tara Westover, author of Educated The Moment of Lift is an urgent call to courage. - Brené Brown, Ph.D., author of New York Times #1 bestseller Dare to Lead This book is a beautiful and concise mission statement on what we need to do to move society forward- continue to empower women. - Trevor Noah A debut from Melinda Gates, a timely and necessary call to action for women's empowerment. "How can we summon a moment of lift for human beings - and especially for women? Because when you lift up women, you lift up humanity." For the last twenty years, Melinda Gates has been on a mission to find solutions for people with the most urgent needs, wherever they live. Throughout this journey, one thing has become increasingly clear to her: If you want to lift a society up, you need to stop keeping women down. In this moving and compelling book, Melinda shares lessons she's learned from the inspiring people she's met during her work and travels around the world. As she writes in the introduction, "That is why I had to write this book - to share the stories of people who have given focus and urgency to my life. I want all of us to see ways we can lift women up where we live." Melinda's unforgettable narrative is backed by startling data as she presents the issues that most need our attention - from child marriage to lack of access to contraceptives to gender inequity in the workplace. And, for the first time, she writes about her personal life and the road to equality in her own marriage. Throughout, she shows how there has never been more opportunity to change the world - and ourselves. Writing with emotion, candour, and grace, she introduces us to remarkable women and shows the power of connecting with one another. When we lift others up, they lift us up, too.

Melinda Gates (Author), Melinda Gates (Narrator)

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