New Thinking

04/09/2023

Is studying at an elite world-class academic institution really all it's cracked up to be?

Antonella Gemmoni uncovers the unexpected conversations and perspective shift after a year at Cambridge.

An insight into the bizarre and intriguing things said at the No.1 university in the UK

31/08/2023

“Police leaders want to ditch unnecessary officer callouts so that they can focus on their primary remit—tackling crime—because that is what they are measured against.”

✍️ Mark Conrad

As police prepare to withdraw from non-urgent mental health callouts, Mark Conrad asks whether other public bodies are ready for the fallout.

29/08/2023

Company culture and ethical practices are often written into policies, but not always as clear in the day-to-day running of a business.

Craig Mindrum reveals how he breaks down the lessons we can learn and how to make them stick.

It's no surprise that company culture begins in the C-suite, but how can we teach ethical approaches clearly?

28/08/2023

“With many states ramping up their anti-trans laws, it's time more cities followed Kansas City's example.”

✍️ Danielle Solzman

With many states ramping up their anti-trans laws, it's time more cities followed Kansas City's example.

26/08/2023

Macquline King explores what's needed to ensure just outcomes for Black education and beyond, and how to open up the available opportunities.

The mission is to afford Black children the opportunities to succeed that are usually denied to them by underfunding color-blind policies.

24/08/2023

“This covert rivalry is expected to continue in the foreseeable future, as the Middle East has been transforming into a realm where Western hegemony is gradually declining.”

✍️ Salman Rahman

Amidst internal political turmoil in Tel Aviv, Tehran is poised to leverage the situation from all possible fronts.

23/08/2023

The journey from German comfort food to vegetarianism isn't an obvious one. But if Berlin can become one of the top vegan/vegetarian friendly cities, Sabine von Mering asks: What's stopping you from trying?

22/08/2023

“Three characteristics predict competing at the elite level:
☑️ Skill
☑️ Practice,
☑️ Stability/optimal social conditions"

✍️ Yawen Yuan

DEI is still assessed in most sporting bodies, but if they don't meet the standards for diversity and inclusion—what's the penalty?

21/08/2023

“Three characteristics predict competing at the elite level:
☑️ Skill
☑️ Practice,
☑️ Stability/optimal social conditions"

✍️ Yawen Yuan

DEI is still assessed in most sporting bodies, but if they don't meet the standards for diversity and inclusion—what's the penalty?

19/08/2023

On this episode of our podcast ‘Wright on the Nail’, Chris Wright is joined by Green Party Peer and former leader Natalie Bennett.

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This week Chris Wright CBE is joined by Green Party Peer and former leader Natalie Bennett.

18/08/2023

“The dirty little secret in healthcare IT is that it often doesn’t hold up to the data-intensive needs of today’s applications."

Dr Arun Mohan explores what needs to be done to level the playing field for AI companies in healthcare.

Dr Arun Mohan explores what needs to be done to level the playing field for AI companies in healthcare and reduce the workload of doctors.

17/08/2023

What systems does your local school have in place to tackle the wave of mental health issues once again waiting to manifest themselves when the academic year kicks off in September?

Stephanie McGary sets the stage for a new plan:

When students arrive back in school after the long summer break, what traumas and stress are they bringing with them?

15/08/2023

Did you know that Black women with coily or textured hair are TWICE as likely to experience microaggressions in the workplace than Black women with straighter hair?

LaCriessia Malone examines the stats and the politics:

The next step in eradicating racial hair bias is here—but not everywhere yet. LaCriessa Malone advocates for the CROWN Act.

14/08/2023

What expectations does society put upon you—work, relationships, family, appearance—and how do these impact your physical and ?

Jaclyn Johnston Manifest It explores here: https://www.newthinking.com/health/in-pursuit-of-happiness-are-mental-health-services-misleading-us

12/08/2023

What systems does your local school have in place to tackle the wave of issues once again waiting to manifest themselves when the academic year kicks off in September?

Stephanie McGary sets the stage for a new plan:

When students arrive back in school after the long summer break, what traumas and stress are they bringing with them?

10/08/2023

“Women and people of color are less likely to get actionable developmental feedback.”

Read Alli Myatt’s recent piece here:

How to transform work culture by establishing psychological safety and ensuring feedback lands equitably. Alli Myatt explores.

09/08/2023

“Meals in prison are heavy on carbs, low on taste and have questionable nutritional value.”

✍️ Faith Spear

10 years ago Faith Spear first tasted prison food—the memory lingers, making her question the intention behind such atrocious fare.

06/08/2023

In Part 1 of this 2-part series, Mo Barrett takes us on a journey to appreciate women's soccer, and its transcendental effect on her sleeping habits.

Mo Barrett takes us on a journey to appreciate women's soccer, and its transcendental effect on her sleeping habits.

04/08/2023

Mickey Madden presents a very personal account of why we need to see changes in society's approach to domestic abuse—how it's viewed and who is responsible.

Read here: https://www.newthinking.com/society/you-should-be-so-lucky-manning-up-to-male-abuse

03/08/2023

How might Kissinger's recent visit to Beijing signal a new age of US-China relations?

M A Hossain explores:

M A Hossain explores how Kissinger's history with Beijing last week could signal a new age of US-China relations.

02/08/2023

”It’s a grim reality that has pushed hundreds of thousands more families into fuel poverty—which stymies wider economic activity.”

Read Mark Conrad’s full thoughts here:

The ever-increasing gap between the rich and middle-to-lower classes needs to be central to the green energy debate and strategizing.

29/07/2023

In this episode of our podcast ‘Labyrinths’ your hosts Amanda Knox and Christopher Robinson are joined by Justin Brooks.

Justin Brooks joins Amanda and Chris to discuss his book 'You Might Go To Prison, Even Though You're Innocent'.

25/07/2023

“It’s supposed to equalize test takers of different socioeconomic groups; whether it succeeds in doing that is debatable.”

✍️ Bryan Jiang

Despite having the world's second-largest economy, does China's reliance on meritocratic evaluation prevent its capacity for innovation?

22/07/2023

”The WGA strike could have ended at any point this summer but the studios refused to come back to the table.”

✍️ Danielle Solzman

With the strikes holding and a complete shutdown in production—what will become of scheduled programming come fall?

20/07/2023

Assessing a major sporting controversy, Mark Conrad asks: Is there still room in professional sport, and business, for the “spirit” of the game?

An assessment of a major sporting controversy, and an investigation into the business of professional sport. Mark Conrad has his say.

20/07/2023

With the strikes holding and a complete shutdown in production—what will become of scheduled programming come fall?

18/07/2023

In the mid-90s, a merger took place that would reshape the computer-generated animation industry forever. Mark Sylvester gives us a first-hand step-by-step account.



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15/07/2023

Should we be wary of the role private military companies are playing in world affairs?

M A Hossain looks at the history and difficulties presented by this growing industry.

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13/07/2023

How good is your local town center?

Are you part of what makes it great—or contributing towards its demise?

✍️ Dannii Paston

How good is your local town center? Are you part of what makes it great—or contributing towards its demise?