Listen "Enlightenment Now"
Episode Synopsis
The challenges we face today are formidable. But, argues influential global thinker Steven Pinker, our problems are solvable. What we need now is an Enlightenment recharged for the 21st century.
Pinker argues that we must recognise and celebrate the remarkable gains that have been made in every measure of human wellbeing. If you follow trendlines rather than headlines, you discover that our lives have become longer, healthier, safer and more prosperous - not just in the West, but worldwide.
This event was recorded live at The RSA on Tuesday 20th February 2018. Discover more about this event here: https://www.thersa.org/events/2018/2/enlightenment-now
Pinker argues that we must recognise and celebrate the remarkable gains that have been made in every measure of human wellbeing. If you follow trendlines rather than headlines, you discover that our lives have become longer, healthier, safer and more prosperous - not just in the West, but worldwide.
This event was recorded live at The RSA on Tuesday 20th February 2018. Discover more about this event here: https://www.thersa.org/events/2018/2/enlightenment-now
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