Episode 3

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Inspired by an email from his 74-year-old father, comedian Ahir Shah concludes his exploration of the The Seven Blunders of the World. In 1925, Mahatma Gandhi published an article in the journal Young India, outlining what he called the Seven Social Sins. They were wealth without work, pleasure without conscience, knowledge without character, commerce without morality, science without humanity, religion without sacrifice, and politics without principle. 100 years on, the world is a very different place (this was written on a computer, for crying out loud!). Yet, Ahir reckons Gandhi's century-old list of the great societal blunders still feels relevant today. Could they teach us anything going forward? Join Ahir (and sometimes his dad, who started this whole thing), as he wraps up his journey through these seven blunders using his trademark combination of philosophical inquiry, political vigour, and sweet gags. Created and Performed by Ahir Shah Starring Meera Syal and Vikram Shah Additional Material - Glenn Moore Producers – Daisy Knight and Jules Lom An Avalon production for BBC Radio 4