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Getting To Better Together

Getting To Better Together

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For the vast majority of us, the future has to be better than it is right now, and the only way that will happen is for as many of us as possible to contribute to the direction that it develops. Join Richard Bawden and his guests in the fortnightly episodes as they explore ideas, opinions, provide facts and evidence in support of the aim of getting to better together. If you are among the many who seek to involve themselves in developing a better future, please come and join the conversation. The Mission of this podcast miniseries is to actively contribute to critical public discussions about how the most pressing issues of the day might be more responsibly, effectively, and communally addressed within the context of the continuing development of states of sustainable and inclusive well-being in an ever-changing world.Copyright 2020 All rights reserved. Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Resilient Futures and the Role of Global Governance
    Nov 29 2024

    In this episode of Getting to Better Together, Tami Harriott and colleague Shannon Brincat explore the intricate dynamics of global governance. They discuss its role in fostering international cooperation, resolving global issues, and building resilient futures in an interconnected world. Touching on topics like sustainability, the complexity of international regimes, and the challenges of fragmented rules, they examine the need for inclusive mechanisms and collaborative approaches to tackle global challenges effectively.

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    30 mins
  • The Good Life A Conversation with Tami Harriott
    Nov 29 2024

    This podcast explores the concept of "a good life" and its connection to community, virtue, and sustainable development. Hosts Tami Harriott and Em Prof Richard Bawden discuss Aristotle's philosophy of happiness, the importance of collaboration, and the challenges of global inequity. They delve into moral responsibility, the loss of connectedness in modern society, and the paradox of globalisation. The conversation emphasises the hopeful notion of "getting to better together" and the need for collective action to address societal and environmental challenges.

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    21 mins
  • Understanding Development and Complexity
    Nov 23 2024

    In this insightful episode of Getting to Better Together, host Richard Borden explores the concept of development, its historical roots, and the challenges of navigating complexity in a globalised world.

    From the Truman Doctrine's vision of progress to the multifaceted issues of poverty, governance, and environmental change, this conversation dives into the intricacies of international development. Joining Richard is Dr. Ratan Kumar, Assistant Professor at Brac University, who shares his anthropological perspectives on media, culture, and society.

    Tune in to explore how we can better understand and address the complexities of progress and development.

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    37 mins
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