Social Issues & Perspectives

Social Issues & Perspectives

Social Issues & Perspectives

Explore modern challenges through diverse lenses on gender, work, education, justice, and more.

6 podcasts available

Gender Beyond the Binary: What it Means Today
🎧 Podcast19 min

Gender Beyond the Binary: What it Means Today

This episode of The Deep Dive explores the complexities of non-binary identities, emphasizing their historical roots and the societal challenges faced today. Key insights reveal that the discrimination experienced by non-binary individuals stems from rigid societal frameworks rather than their identities themselves.

Generational Labels: Why Boomers, Gen Z, and Millennials Clash
🎧 Podcast24 min

Generational Labels: Why Boomers, Gen Z, and Millennials Clash

This podcast dives deep into the generational tensions from Boomers to Gen Z, arguing that these conflicts stem from vastly different economic, technological, and ideological experiences rather than personal grievances. Understanding these factors is crucial for fostering intergenerational collaboration and addressing societal challenges effectively.

How Cities Are Evolving After the Pandemic
🎧 Podcast25 min

How Cities Are Evolving After the Pandemic

This episode explores how the COVID-19 pandemic has catalyzed significant shifts in urban life, leading to changes in where people choose to live and work. Key insights reveal a crucial internal reordering within cities, emphasizing the emergence of hybrid work and the growing importance of livability over economic density.

Rethinking Education for the Digital Age
🎧 Podcast21 min

Rethinking Education for the Digital Age

This podcast explores the transformative changes in education driven by technology, emphasizing the need for a fundamental rethinking of learning models and equity. Key insights highlight the shift towards durable skills and the importance of addressing the complex digital divide to foster meaningful learning experiences.

The Future of Work: UBI, Automation, and Human Purpose
🎧 Podcast28 min

The Future of Work: UBI, Automation, and Human Purpose

This podcast delves into the impact of AI and automation on jobs, exploring both potential job displacement and the creation of new roles. It emphasizes the need for systemic solutions, like universal basic income, to address the profound socioeconomic challenges posed by these technological advances.

Cancel Culture: Productive Accountability or Modern Witch Hunt?
🎧 Podcast30 min

Cancel Culture: Productive Accountability or Modern Witch Hunt?

In this episode, the hosts delve into the complexities of cancel culture, examining its nuanced history and the dual role it plays as both a tool for accountability and a source of disproportionate punishment. They discuss the need for a shift towards restorative practices and a redefined philosophy of justice that values communal repair over individual blame.