Think Twice Show

Around 65,000 years ago, our ancestors painted an everyday scene on the wall of a cave in Indonesia. It tells the story of 3 human beings surrounding a pig, possibly on hunt. In 2026, the tools, customs and cultural references might have changed, but human beings are still doing the same thing in their art- telling stories. The stories we tell each other are so powerful- they help us understand th...

“It starts at home.” It’s where we first feel love, where we say our first words and crucially, where our parents raise us. And our parents’ choices mould us into the adults we are today. Today we have a special guest to explore both sides of the parent/ child relationship- Guvna BIn segment one, we explore the morality of our parents’ influence on us. Yes, they moulded us the best they can, but w...

It feels natural to judge people based on what we see. After all, we experienced the world through our senses- our sight, smell and touch. And we analyse what we experience, including the people we meet and speak to. But is judging people morally acceptable. After all, you shouldn't never judge a book by his cover. Today we tackle the issue of judgement. Our conversation addresses judgement of...

The story of humanity has always been a violent one. For millenia, empires have risen and fallen based on conquest, and war has been an ever present feature of modern politics. In 2026, nothing seems to have changed- the US has most recently started a war with Iran and every missile dropped is causing untold human suffering. In this net positive or not episode, we analyse the phenomena of violence...

Humanity is facing an existential crisis and we aren't taking it seriously enough. Planet Earth is facing climate change at an alarming rate and the place we all call home is set to change forever. Experts are forecasting that by 2100, up to 1 billion people could be forced out of their homes due to increases to sea levels, extreme weather events and mass crop failure. Who is to blame for this...

What are the next generation concerned about? What excites them? And how different are their childhoods from ours? Today we head into a school to try to answer these important questions with London's finest teenagers. Back when we were children, the world was a very different place- but perhaps some things never change. We asked our secondary school stars two simple questions:- What are you mo...

What is the meaning of life? One of the most famous Europeans to tackle this question was Albert Camus, a French writer and thinker who is often accredited with being the founder of Absurdism. In his book The Myth of Sisyphus he outlines how he sees the human condition. As inquisitive and curious creatures, we want meaning. The universe is indifferent to us and will never give us meaning. This ten...

Media has always been a fundamental part of modern society. Before social media and smartphones, news shows dominated televisions around the world. Before TV, radio and newspapers were widely distributed and consumed. Ultimately, distributing information is always a good thing for the people. But the distribution of media has never been neutral, often used as a tool to control and manipulate the c...

You might not be as recognisable as our guest this week, but you do have people in your life who look up to you- a younger sibling, a friend or a loved one. When you voice your opinion, they are listening carefully and your words have a real impact. And with that power, comes responsibility. This week we consider the impact of your opinions, what being perceived by others does to you psychological...

If we have an ineffective political system, is voting ever going to set you free? Class tensions, economic instability and a distrust of politics are at an all time high. Perhaps the scene is set for a revolution. ‘It easier to imagine the end of the world, than the end of capitalism’ Slavoj Žižek A fundamental transformation of our society may seem highly unlikely, maybe even a chaotic, undesirab...

We usually assume consciousness is something our brains produce- something happening inside us as we move through the world. But what if that is wrong? What if, the universe itself was conscious and we unknowingly 'tap in' to its frequencies and wavelengths which shape our lived experiences? Or perhaps consciousness is a fundamental property of matter, living in subatomic particles that co...

Hedonism has a bad reputation, but maybe it's just misunderstood as a moral philosophy. At its core, it judges actions based on how much they maximise pleasure and minimise pain. The more they do this, the better they are. So in reality, you might be more of a Hedonist than you think. After all, your brain is hardwired to seek pleasure in it's many forms. Today we assess Hedonism in both an ancien...

Everyone needs shelter. Under international law, it's a human right. Unfortunately, like many other essential utilities, homes have turned into an investment asset class for people to buy, sell and own for profit. Without new affordable homes being built, the price of existing homes and the cost of rent has sky rocketed. Add stagnant wages and a rising cost of living into the mix- everyone is...

For women all over the world, the struggle for liberation has been a long fought battle. Today we are joined by the brilliant and outspoken actress, Jameela Jamil to discuss feminism. Together we look at the progress of feminism, subjugation of women (and men) under patriarchy and the landscape of gender issues in 2026. We start off by asking a very important question- “Can Feminism achieve its go...

Valentine’s Day is all about sweet sweet love. Every year we see the same picture perfect image: man and woman in love, some children, a perfect nuclear family. But where does that idea of partnership come from, and why do people (us included) keep picking it? And what about the kids? Surely they would benefit from being raised by a ‘village’, like they are in many non Western cultures? Let’s say...

"Dream big", "Go get the bag", "Money haffi mek" These are all sayings that you have been familiar with since your childhood. Maybe you know to take them with a pinch of salt, but let's discuss what they mean on a deeper level. In the context of our economic system, is having personal ambition for wealth and success a noble, moral endeavour? And if it is, where is...

In today's episode, we try to understand why fascism has always been popular in modern European political history. Across the continent, and in the US, political parties like Reform UK and MAGA have been able to gain massive popularity in recent years with Fascist rhetoric. Whenever inequality rises and poverty takes hold, fascist politicians always seem to be able to manipulate the people and...

Music is one of life's greatest joys. The right song can inspire you, unlock your emotions or even touch you on a spiritual level. So who better than Kwaku Asante, RnB and Neo Soul PHENOM, to join us in the studio this week. We discuss how RnB has changed over the years, going from a polished, curated musical genre, to a raw and moody one. Has this change been driven by society's honesty o...

Your identity is a complex issue, but one thing is certain- representation matters. Through the media you watch, you are told a certain story of who you are. Naturally, you find personalities who you can relate to, athletes that inspire you and institutions that connect with your lived experiences. But what happens when those characters deviate from your own self image? What happens when the peopl...

Marxism is many things to many people. For some, it’s a buzzword used by the right-wing to denigrate their political opponents. For others, it's a comprehensive political ideology that has important and timely critiques of capitalism. However, ‘Marxism’ makes you feel, today we dig below the surface and look at the philosophy of Karl Marx that came before the politics- Dialectical Materialism...

You know how important your physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing is, but sometimes staying on top of it all can seem like an endless list of tasks. Will finishing your self improvement to do list ever help you find you wellbeing? Or is a list of fool's errands that just keeps you busy? Today we are joined by Savannah Blake, founder of Sol (wellness community), to help us answer discuss som...

It's obvious that our environments and relationships shape us, but to what extent can we resist or negotiate these influences? In segment one, today’s discussion tries to uncover the influences that change and mould our personalities. We touch on Social Identity Theory and the work of Stuart Hall (Jamaican sociologist) to navigate our thoughts. In segment two, we shift the focus towards how we...

Benz and Tef explore the modern pulse of Pan-Africanism, tracing its roots through the visions of Nkrumah, Garvey, and Du Bois. They unpack the tension between global influence and local control, and the responsibility of those abroad in shaping Africa’s path forward. The episode ends with a difficult choice: quick progress through outside help, or slow, steady growth led from within. Enjoy! Credi...

In today's episode, we are joined by the talented actress Fola Evans-Akingbola to explore morality in the workplace. We all have to work to make a living, but we still have moral agency as employees. We kick off the episode discussing our place (as individuals) within systems and where our moral responsibility starts and ends. We extend the conversation on individual moral responsibility to touch...

Benz and Tef dive into anarchism, questioning whether a world without rulers can truly work, especially at scale. They unpack the tension between human nature and the ideals of total freedom, pushing listeners to consider what happens when power creeps back in. The episode ends with a gripping dilemma: do you resist tyranny by building force, or stay true to your principles and risk chaos? Enjoy!...