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The 2025 Reith Lectures are delivered by historian Rutger Bregman, focusing on the theme of "Moral Revolution." Bregman explores the need for a moral transformation in society, drawing on historical examples to inspire positive change.So get a life before Stardust approaches.... |
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The BBC Reith Lecture 2025 |
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1. A Time of Monsters. - DownloadRutger Bregman's 2025 Reith Lectures, titled "Moral Revolution," examine the moral decline and lack of seriousness among today's elites, drawing connections to historical periods of corruption that led to significant social changes, particularly the 19th Century abolitionist movement. He posits that dedicated small groups can ignite moral revolutions, highlighting the need for persistence and a long-term perspective. In response to rapid technological advancements, Bregman calls for a new "realist utopia," advocating for concepts such as Universal Basic Income, equitable taxation, and responsible technology regulation. He also reflects on humanity's unusual historical path, cautioning against the existential threats of unchecked artificial intelligence and encouraging those in privileged positions to actively contribute to a more promising future. |
2. How to start a moral revolution. - DownloadThe second of his 2025 Reith Lectures, titled "Moral Revolution." He emphasizes that history can serve as a source of hope, highlighting how small groups of individuals have significantly influenced historical events. He cites figures like Elizabeth Fry, who introduced compassion into the prison system; Emmeline Pankhurst and the suffragettes, who fought for women's voting rights; and Norman Borlaug, whose Green Revolution helped prevent famine for millions. Bregman asserts that the power of dedicated citizens to effect change remains as vital today as it has ever been. |
3. A conspiracy of decency. - DownloadEpisode 3 examines the decline of moral values among today's leaders. He posits that dedicated small groups can ignite significant moral changes, highlighting the need for persistence and a long-term perspective. In the third of his four lectures, Bregman advocates for a new "realist utopia," urging individuals to participate in what he calls "a conspiracy of decency." He emphasizes the necessity of promoting concepts such as Universal Basic Income, equitable taxation, and responsible technology regulation in response to the swift pace of technological advancement. |
4. Fighting for Humanity in the Age of the Machine. - DownloadRutger Bregman's 2025 Reith Lectures, titled "Moral Revolution," examine the moral decline and lack of seriousness among today's elites, drawing connections to historical periods of corruption that led to significant social changes, particularly the 19th Century abolitionist movement. Throughout the series, he posits that dedicated small groups can ignite moral revolutions, highlighting the necessity of persistence and a long-term perspective. In the concluding lecture, Bregman broadens his view to consider humanity's unusual historical path, cautioning against the existential threats posed by unregulated technology and artificial intelligence. He calls on those in privileged positions to actively participate in creating a more promising future. |
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