Alan Ereira talks about his new book, which traces the relationship between human beings and this most precious metal over a period of 7,000 years
‘The notion that gold contains immutable value is somehow enormously powerful. Of course, gold doesn’t actually have that value in itself; we attribute that to it without thinking, unconsciously.’
Richard Gault reviews a new book which takes a radical approach to contemporary work culture
Christopher Ryan | reviews an insightful new book on climate change by the distinguished novelist
Rob Lemkin and Femi Nylander on the making of their new film about the realities and legacies of colonialism
“This was not just something that occurred in a faraway place. These events – not just in Niger but in all subjugated countries – formed the modern world”
Michael Dunwell | This inspiring book by David Bollier and Silke Helfrich explores in depth the theory and practice of ‘The Commons’ – a new way of thinking about economics that is not based upon the individual per se, but recognises the deep connections between our own interests and well-being of others.
Kawther Luay explains how the Homeless World Cup is giving hope to thousands of people all over the world, and talks to its co-founder Mel Young
“Being a part of something bigger than themselves has the potential to change peoples’ lives.”