Strengthening the Base: Why True National Security Starts with Social Fabric.

Is it possible to weaken a nation in the pursuit of making it "secure"? In this powerful episode, James and Olivia explore the paradox of national strength. We often look at GDP or defense figures as signs of robustness, but the real durability of a country lies in its social foundations.

This episode examines two contrasting British stories:

• The Cracks in the Wall: How policies intended to create security can inadvertently dismantle the community fabric, using the Windrush Scandal as a sobering case study.

• The Solidarity Blueprint: On an uplifting note, we look at the remarkable solidarity networks in Glasgow that demonstrate what true resilience looks like in action.

• The Structural Paradox: Why building "taller walls" by removing bricks from the base creates a precarious future for everyone.

Join us as we discuss the "soul of the nation" and what it actually takes to build a Britain that is prosperous and stable for all.