Degree of DoubtExplicit

by Joe Read and Jacob Brown

A podcast that delves deep into moral mysteries and dubious debates creating (maybe) just a small degree of doubt. Hosts: Jacob / Joe
Government
Politics
Philosophy
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Podcast episodes

  • Season 2

  • Corruption

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    Corruption

    S02 E04
    48:00
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    With the world cup looming more and more conversations break out about how fit Qatar are to host a major sporting event. The boys jump into the debate surrounding the legitimacy of their bid before slaloming into other areas of corruption.

  • Global Challenges

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    Global Challenges

    S02 E03
    55:15
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    The boys look at the biggest issues facing the world according to a leading think tank. They offer their practical (ish) solutions in an attempt to fix the world! Featuring a robotic special guest

  • Free Speech

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    Free Speech

    S02 E02
    40:45
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    After a spat of arrests across the UK as people held signs with anti-monarchy sentiment and 700 arrests in Russia for opposing the war in Ukraine, the boys discuss free speech. Do we have it? Should we have it ? Are we losing it? Provided this episode isn't censored all these questions will be answered!

  • Assisted Dying

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    Assisted Dying

    S02 E01
    50:57
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    Trigger Warning: This week's episode features heavy discussion of suicide, assisted dying and self harm. The boys are back creating doubt to a varying degree for season 2! This week the boys discuss assisted suicide and ask how much control should you be allowed over your own death. If you or anyone you know is having a tough time then please reach out to friends, family or the podcast. alternatively you can call the Samaritans on 116 123

  • Season 1

  • Why People Deny Science

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    Why People Deny Science

    S01 E10
    51:08
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    'The public are done with experts' was Micheal Goves infamous statement before Brexit. This week, the boys discuss why people are so ready to reject agreed upon science. Conspiracy theories and climate denial are this week's talking points as the lads dive into the social and psychological reasons why people deny the most proven scientific facts.