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News Editor Gussie Coulter joins development economist and GiveDirectly founder, Paul Niehaus, to explore the tractability of extreme poverty, direct cash transfers and his recent paper, ‘What would it cost to end extreme poverty?’

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“We’re not called to deny the reality of our own hardship” Philip Plyming on Christian gratitude in contemporary culture

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Profile Editor Gussie Coulter joins the Dean of Durham, the Very Reverend Doctor Philip Plyming, to explore his vocation, perspectives on faith, and his recent book, Giving Thanks.

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“It was a bright and shining moment” Roger D. Launius on the legacy of the Apollo program

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Profile Editor Gussie Coulter is joined by former Chief Historian at NASA, Dr Roger D. Launius, to explore common misconceptions surrounding the program, its geopolitical context, and how it relates to today’s space-faring efforts.

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“So much of philosophy is just about language” Alex O’Connor’s tour, agnosticism and podcasting

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Profile Editor Gussie Coulter joins the YouTuber and host of the Within Reason podcast to explore how his perspectives have shifted over time, and what New Atheism got wrong.

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“Jesus was a male who challenged every patriarchal and androcentric privilege.” Tina Beattie’s feminist theology

January 23, 2026January 23, 2026 sub.editors 0 Comments Gussie Coulter

Profile Editor Gussie Coulter speaks to feminist theologian and broadcaster Tina Beattie about her journey to her faith and why she sees greater inclusion of women in the Catholic Church to be a theological necessity.

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Tom Holland on the Tweed: From dinosaurs to faith and the echoes of antiquity

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Profile Editor Gussie Coulter joins popular historian Tom Holland on the borderlands to explore his intellectual journey, the Roman analogy, and his reflections on the genesis of the West.

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Pickled mayhem: The absurdism of “balloon destroyer” Jan Hakon Erichsen

October 29, 2025November 3, 2025 sub.editors 0 Comments Gussie Coulter

Profile Editor Gussie Coulter explores the theme of destruction and meaning in contemporary art with the Norwegian visual artist and Instagram sensation.

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“I’m for life — are you for death?” Alexis Gauthier’s vegan gastronomy

October 3, 2025October 3, 2025 sub.editors 0 Comments Gussie Coulter

Once a champion of foie gras and hardcore French cuisine, the Michelin-starred chef now leads a plant-based revolution: Profile Editor Gussie Coulter explores his journey.

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“It really catalysed me” Charlie Bresler on the moral path to global impact

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Profile Editor Gussie Coulter discusses wealth inequality, effective giving and the importance of personal values with Charlie Bresler – co-founder of The Life You Can Save and a philanthropic powerhouse.

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“You believed you could do anything” Mike Hurst and the magic of the ’60s

June 25, 2025June 25, 2025 sub.editors 0 Comments Gussie Coulter

Profile Editor Gussie Coulter explores the life and legacy of Mike Hurst – producer, musician and lecturer who has helped shape the soundtrack of the modern age.

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