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The Global Philosopher

Harvard's Michael Sandel uses pioneering technology to conduct a truly global debate.

Radio 4,6 episodes

Episodes

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Vaccine Ethics
Michael Sandel and an international panel discuss the moral issues around the jab.
09 Feb 2021,42 mins
Pandemic ethics
Michael Sandel and an international panel debate the right way to respond to coronavirus
01 Apr 2020,42 mins
Should there be any limits to free speech?
A global audience joins Harvard's Michael Sandel to discuss the limits to free speech.
06 Feb 2018,42 mins
Do Those on Top Deserve Their Success?
Harvard's Michael Sandel asks tough questions of 60 people from around the world.
13 Dec 2016,30 mins
Should the Rich World Pay for Climate Change?
A global audience joins Michael Sandel to discuss the world's response to climate change.
28 Jul 2016,43 mins
Should Borders Matter?
Michael Sandel explores the philosophical justifications made for national borders.
29 Mar 2016,43 mins