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2023-09-27

Rosebank: Controversy over oil & gas field

A huge UK oil and gas field, Rosebank, has just been given the green light for development and production. The controversial decision has been made despite widespread criticism. The field contains up to 350 million barrels of oil and is currently one of the largest untapped discoveries in UK waters. We’re joined by Jess Ralston, head of energy at the Energy & Climate Intelligence Unit think tank. She shares her analysis on what this means for the UK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2023-09-27

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12 min
9 apr.

Michael Pollan on Consciousness, Psychedelics and the Fight for Free Thought

For Episode Nine, Evgeny is joined by Michael Pollan, journalist, author, and one of the leading voices exploring the human mind. Drawing on his new book A World Appears, Pollan makes an impassioned case for consciousness as something precious, private, and increasingly under threat. Together, they explore how social media and AI are not just competing for our attention, but beginning to shape attachment, emotion, and even our sense of self. The conversation ranges from chatbots and “AI psychosis” to meditation, psychedelics, and the idea of “consciousness hygiene” - the habits and practices that might help us protect our inner lives. Pollan also reflects on why writing is a form of thinking, why boredom and mind-wandering matter, and how experiences of ego dissolution, art, and nature can deepen our understanding of consciousness. The episode ends on a wider question: whether the real challenge is not only understanding consciousness, but learning how to practise it. This episode was produced by Message Heard and The Standard. Producer: Florence de Schlichting Production Coordinator: James Cox Production Manager: Kirsty McLean Video Editor: Nani Wenani The Standard team: Joe Bromley Will Rogers-Coltman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9 apr.

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1 tim 22 min
2023-04-09

Creators of Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical, plus reviews of A Little Life and Ryan Calais Cameron’s latest show...

Coming to you from the Criterion Theatre, we review A Little Life starring Happy Valley’s James Norton, It’s a Sin’s Omari Douglas, and Bridgerton’s Luke Thompson. Based on the novel by Hanya Yanagihara, it’s now on at the Harold Pinter Theatre. We’re joined by Natasha Hodgson and David Cumming to talk about their new musical Operation Mincemeat. Plus, we review Ryan Calais Cameron's For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When The Hue Gets Too Heavy. That’s on at the Apollo Theatre. This episode includes the track God That’s Brilliant from Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical (Original Cast Recording), with thanks to Sony Music CG. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2023-04-09

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32 min
10 mars

Carl Pei on Futurism, AI and the Prospect of Civil War

For Episode Eight, Evgeny is joined by Carl Pei, founder and CEO of Nothing, the London-based consumer tech company trying to make devices feel fun. Carl explains how Nothing evolved from earbuds to smartphones, why he believes design and “focus-first” features can counter distraction, and what it means to build products with a distinct, instantly recognisable identity. Evgeny and Carl also explore the psychological cost of always-on devices, the battle for attention and consciousness, and what it might mean to build technology that helps people stay intentional. The episode ends on a wider view of the AI era: enormous promise for medicine and science, but serious unanswered questions about jobs, governance, and whether society is ready for what comes next. This episode was produced by Message Heard and The Standard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10 mars

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48 min
2024-06-13

Ryan Holiday: What we can learn from Marcus Aurelius

In this episode of Brave New World, Evgeny talks to author and podcaster Ryan Holiday about the modern media landscape, echo chambers and the value of Stoic leadership. The two discuss: The common misunderstanding of stoicism as apathyWhy we need stoicism now more than everWhy it's so hard to be stoic in the information ageWhy we ought to be more cautious about live news What other world leaders can learn from President Kennedy during the 1962 MissileIf you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a review and follow. The next episode will drop on 27 June. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-06-13

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48 min
2 feb.

Melania Trump vs the world

Over the weekend, the self-titled documentary Melania hit cinemas worldwide. Its release comes at a volatile moment, with political turmoil at home and Donald Trump once again making waves over foreign policy and America's global influence. In this episode, host Tamara Kormornick sits down with Standard columnist Melanie McDonagh, fresh from a screening to ask: who is Melania Trump telling the world she is? Was a cinematic release the right strategy for now? And, most importantly, is the documentary worth a watch? Clips: Amazon MGM Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2 feb.

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17 min
2024-12-05

Dr John Krystal: Why ketamine can solve a mental health epidemic

In today’s episode, Evgeny Lebedev talks about the remarkable potential of ketamine with Dr John Krystal, Professor of neuroscience at the Yale School of Medicine. Their discussion delves into the world of neurology, what ketamine actually does to our brain and the importance of glutamate receptors in treating depression. Ketamine may have gotten bad press after Friends actor Matthew Perry died of an overdose while receiving treatment with the drug, but for Dr Krystal, it is a critically overlooked solution to the epidemic of mental illness. Also in this episode: Ketamine’s complicated history starting in the 1950sThe real reason depression leads to suicideWhy ketamine is effective at dealing with traumaThe detailed procedure of ketamine therapy The importance of ketamine’s “narrow window” dosageKetamine’s reputation and why it needs to change Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-12-05

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1 tim 14 min
4 feb.

How much is the royal family worth? With Chris Blackhurst

Over the weekend, suspicious photographs of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor with an unnamed woman surfaced among the latest batch of the Epstein files. While King Charles’ decision to strip Andrew of his titles was met with widespread approval, it also sparked questions over the Royals’ living arrangements - and inevitably, their finances. In this episode, host Tamara Kormornick speaks to Chris Blackhurst, strategic communications advisor and former editor of The Independent, who recently wrote a piece for the Standard on the staggering wealth of the crown. The conversation explores how the Royal Family might negotiate this tricky period from a PR perspective, and whether it’s possible for them to rebuild the public’s trust and admiration. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4 feb.

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16 min
20 feb.

What comes next after Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s arrest?

Yesterday Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former Prince and Duke of York, was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office during his time as trade envoy to the UK. So, what’s next for Andrew, and how will the royal family navigate this hurdle? In this episode, host Tamara Kormornick speaks to The Standard’s crime correspondent, Anthony France, to dig into how the justice system deals with the crime of misconduct in public office, and how the royal family might cope with a potential trial. Disclaimer: Andrew has strenuously denied wrongdoing and has not accepted any of the allegations. This is a very early stage of the investigation and reporting is necessarily limited. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

20 feb.

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15 min
2023-05-28

Mark Gatiss on playing Sir John Gieldgud in The Motive and the Cue, plus reviews of Brokeback Mountain and Once on This Island

Actor, writer and director Mark Gatiss joins us to discuss his role as Sir John Gieldgud in the National Theatre’s sell out show The Motive and the Cue, written by Jack Thorne and directed by Sam Mendes. He reveals what drew him to the role and how he got a little help from his famous friends in pulling it off. For our first review we talk about the new adaptation of Brokeback Mountain at @SohoPlace, starring West Side Story’s Mike Faist and Manchester By The Sea’s Lucas Hedges. We also saw Once on This Island at the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, starring Gabrielle Brooks, who was nominated for an Olivier for her role in Get Up! Stand Up! The Bob Marley Musical. Nick Curtis discusses attending the theatrical event of the year: Ruth Wilson’s marathon 24 hours show at the Young Vic, and Nancy Durrant discusses the response to Theatre Royal Stratford East’s forthcoming Black Out performance for Tambo and Bones. For all the latest theatre news and reviews visit standard.co.uk/theatre. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2023-05-28

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36 min

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