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About the series

Season 1, Bentham’s Defence of Sexual Liberty – The Greatest Good, is available to listen to now. Jeremy Bentham’s influence can be felt all across UCL, but the impact of his radical progressivism can be felt worldwide. In this season, join renowned academics in conversation about Romanticism, queer histories and much more, as they discuss how ideas that were once considered radical now shape the world we live in.

Season 2, Beautiful Minds – The Greatest Good, is available to listen to now. The question‘How much do we understand the human mind?’ is at the heart of this new season. Uncover facts about the mind as our expert speakers challenge misconceptions of autism, clear up common myths about Tourette’s Syndrome and propose strategies for making our society more inclusive.

Season 3, Climate Extinction Politics – The Greatest Good, is available to listen to now. The climate crisis affects every part of society, but those least responsible for climate change often suffer its worst impacts. This season brings together leading UCL academics from a wide variety of backgrounds to break down the key climate issues we are facing, and calls those responsible to action.

Season 4, A Cup of Tea With…, has just started now. Join the mailing list to be the first to hear when the new episodes are released.

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How to Prevent Disasters: A Cup of Tea with Professor Ilan Kelman

Podcast category: A Cup of Tea With, Podcast

Join Professors Judy Stephenson and Ilan Kelman as they discuss the dangers of complacency, and how ‘natural disasters’ are a misnomer

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Rethinking Britain in India: A Cup of Tea with Professor Margot Finn

Podcast category: A Cup of Tea With, Podcast

Join Profs Judy Stephenson and Margot Finn, FBA, as they discuss re-examining evidence, and how AI limits critical engagement

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Excluded Workers and Human Rights: A Cup of Tea with Professor Virginia Mantouvalou

Podcast category: A Cup of Tea With, Podcast

Profs Judy Stephenson and Virginia Mantouvalou discuss the challenges that migrant workers face in knowing and upholding their rights

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Inside the Head of Jeremy Bentham: A Cup of Tea with Professor Philip Schofield

Podcast category: A Cup of Tea With, Podcast

Join Profs Judy Stephenson and Philip Schofield as Prof Schofield discusses the views of Jeremy Bentham, and the Bentham Project

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The Pulses of Caribbean History: A Cup of Tea with Professor Matthew J. Smith

Podcast category: A Cup of Tea With, Podcast

Join Profs Judy Stephenson and Matthew J. Smith: as they discuss the field of Caribbean history

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The Economics of Life in the Messy Middle: A Cup of Tea with Professor Dame Henrietta Moore

Podcast category: A Cup of Tea With, Podcast

Professor Dame Henrietta Moore shares her unconventional analogy for the economy.

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Researching Networks of Human Trafficking: A Cup of Tea with Professor Ella Cockbain

Podcast category: A Cup of Tea With, Podcast

Join Professors Judy Stephenson and Ella Cockbain as they discuss the limits of anti-trafficking and criminal justice responses.

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The Human Consequences of AI: A Cup of Tea with Professor Daniel Miller

Podcast category: A Cup of Tea With, Podcast

Join Professors Judy Stephenson and Daniel Miller as they discuss the different meanings and values that people assign to AI.

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Universities and Climate Action, featuring Professor Tristan McCowan

Podcast category: Climate Extinction Politics, Podcast

In this episode, Professor Tristan McCowan highlights the power of community and grassroots initiatives.

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