Tricky Talks

Western civilisation, from ancient Greece and classical Rome, has been hugely influential in shaping the world as we know it. But what are the values that define the west and have they been overly glorified?

Behind the theatrics of Nietzsche's famous comment that 'God is Dead' was an appeal to save European morality. As atheism rises in the world, should we be worried about deteriorating moral standards in our societies?

Schools, organisations and employers love championing for diversity. But has the word been muddled to the point of inefficiency?

John Opdycke, president of 'Open Primaries', discusses how primaries in America are currently conducted across different states and why making them 'open' - where no American is required to join a political party to exercise their right to vote - could be the next big step for American democracy.

Often in the news and forever in the debates, gun control is one of the most controversial issues in America. While many have toyed with the idea, how effective would a gun reform be and what would the most efficient and effective implementation look like?

Women earn 70-80 cents for every dollar men make, but is the constant use of such statistics masking broader systemic problems around choosing jobs and roles, promotions and employee expectations?

What role does punishment play in our society?