Monthly Archives: December 2009

Watch an empathy film this Christmas

By Roman Krznaric | Published: 19 December 2009
Perhaps you are looking forward to falling asleep in front of a mediocre DVD on Christmas Day as you digest an oversized lunch. But if you care for a more stimulating afternoon, I can recommend treating yourself to an empathy film instead. So, what are the options? A fascinating genre that can expand our empathetic imaginations [...]
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Inside Obama’s Brain: In Conversation with Sasha Abramsky

By Roman Krznaric | Published: 13 December 2009
Sasha Abramsky is one of the most original and politically insightful investigative journalists writing in the US today. He is best known for books such as Hard Times Blues, a penetrating critique of the US prison system, and Breadline USA, which reveals the hidden scandal of everyday hunger and poverty faced by American families. He [...]
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Why we need a Climate Futures Museum

By Roman Krznaric | Published: 6 December 2009
When I think about what is likely to result from the global climate change talks taking place in Copenhagen this month, I feel nothing but despair. Why? Because whatever kind of deal is struck is highly unlikely to keep global warming below two degrees. The majority of people in rich countries simply don’t care enough [...]
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