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Fighting the algorithms

Algorithms have taken hold of much of the behind-the-scenes decision-making in our lives. And there's an unsettling realisation of the bias and prejudice that's wrapped up in many of these processes. But resistance is building - from a determined group of engineers, academics and officials...

Making the gig economy fair

The gig economy often brings uncertainty and exploitation as much as it does freedom and flexibility. A workers' movement is now seeking to own the apps that control and distribute their work. Welcome to 'platform co-operativism'...

Extreme capitalism: closer than you think

Capitalist economies come in many shapes and sizes. A new report suggests that the UK is characterised by a "particularly extreme form of capitalism" - perhaps more extreme than many of us realise...

Are we as transparent as we try to be?

Honesty and transparency are high ideals. Within our work, how effective are we at openly expressing our views and emotions - and understanding those of our colleagues? This valuable exploration reminds us that we are more complicated and conflicted than we sometimes realise...

The case for meat

Many of us are turning to plant-based diets in a concerted effort to reduce our climate impact. But is there still a place for meat-eating? This account from a Sussex farmer suggests that, the responsible farming of organic meat has an important role to play in maintaining biodiversity and carbon sequestration... 

Transparent about transparency

The concept of salary transparency is always ripe for debate. Is it helpful? Is it realistic? This well-researched piece takes a look at the pros, cons, pitfalls and opportunities for companies of various sizes....

Sick of caring

We like The Good Jungle for Agnes Otzelberger's startling frankness in the face of many of the usual conversations. In this podcast, Agnes teams up with a doctor to take a look at the idea of compassion fatigue. Are we really making ourselves ill though caring?

That was Meaning 2019

Meaning 2019 was a blast. We're still dealing with all the big ideas, unsettling challenges and heart-warming moments that unfolded that day. What a rollercoaster! Full videos of every talk are now online. Enjoy...