Fast fashion has taken over the fashion industry, but is less expensive, trendy clothing really worth the purchase? Those who say to “stop” argue fast fashion harms the environment in many ways and exploits workers in countries with lax regulations. Those who say “keep shopping” argue it’s up to shoppers to choose, as fast fashion offers affordable options, supports jobs, and boosts local economies. Now we debate: Fast Fashion: Shop or Stop?
Arguing Stop: Kenneth Pucker, Former COO of Timberland; Professor at The Fletcher School at Tufts University
Arguing Shop: Katherine Mangu-Ward, Editor-in-Chief at Reason
Emmy award-winning journalist John Donvan moderates
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Is Our Productivity Culture Toxic?
The pressure to constantly be productive and achieve has become an aspiration one should aspire. But is this mindset worth the effort? Those claiming it’s toxic argue it creates impossible standards, opening the door for anxiety, burnout, and disconnection. But some argue the problem isn’t productivity itself, but how we’ve come to define success — and the unrealistic expectations that come with it. Now we debate: Is Our Productivity Culture Toxic?
Arguing Yes:
Jennifer Moss, Workplace Culture Expert; Author of "The Burnout Epidemic"
Rahaf Harfoush, Digital Anthropologist and New York Times Best-Selling Author
Arguing No:
David Allen, Creator of the "Getting Things Done" Time Management Method and Author
Amy Edmondson, Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management at Harvard Business School
Emmy award-winning journalist John Donvan moderates
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Is It Time for the Catholic Church to Ordain Women as Deacons?
Pope Leo XIV’s accession could mean a new opportunity to reform the Catholic Church by allowing women as ordained deacons. Those advocating for this change argue that allowing women would represent a return to early Church tradition and showcase an evolving Church ready for modernity. Those against this argue that it would blur theological lines and that women already play substantial leadership roles within the Church. Now we debate: Is It Time for the Catholic Church to Ordain Women as Deacons?
Arguing Yes: Casey Stanton, Co-director of Discerning Deacons
Arguing No: Pia de Solenni, Theologian; Former Chancellor of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange in California
Nayeema Raza, Journalist and Host of "Smart Girl Dumb Questions", is the guest moderator.
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Think Twice: The Idaho Four Tragedy with Vicky Ward
The shocking 2022 murder of four University of Idaho students have resulted in a life sentence for the killer and still-unanswered questions — about new genealogy tech, media exposure, lessons for law enforcement —worth Thinking Twice about. John Donvan sits down with journalist Vicky Ward, who co-authored with James Patterson “The Idaho Four: An American Tragedy,” and discuss what drew her to the case, how collaborating with Patterson changed her process, and reconsidering elements of the criminal justice system.
Our Guest: Vicky Ward, Co-Author of "The Idaho Four: An American Tragedy"
Emmy award-winning journalist John Donvan moderates
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Could Dating an AI Be Better Than Dating a Human?
Love in the time of AI? Some people seeking romance or friendship are turning to AI chatbots to fulfill those desires, but could they surpass traditional human relationships? Those who say they can argue that AI can offer empathy and safety, and it’s a solution for those left out of traditional dating. Those saying they can’t argue that intimacy is complicated and cannot be replicated in code. Now we debate: Could Dating an AI Be Better Than Dating a Human?
Arguing Yes: Thao Ha, Associate Professor of Psychology at Arizona State University
Arguing No: Justin Garcia, Executive Director & Senior Scientist at the Kinsey Institute; Chief Scientific Advisor to Match.com
Nayeema Raza, Journalist and Host of "Smart Girl Dumb Questions", is the guest moderator.
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