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The Attainment Gap
Laurie Taylor explores the class gap in today's divided Britain.

The Generation Gap
Laurie Taylor examines the generation gap in today's divided Britain

The Residential Gap
Laurie Taylor explores the social gaps in today's divided Britain.

The Oprah Phenomenon - Complexity Theory
Oprah Winfrey is one of the most successful women in America, Laurie Taylor finds out why.

Commodification of Water - Job Satisfaction
Water, water everywhere, but who owns it? Laurie Taylor finds out.

Cappuccino Conquests - The Culture of Calamity
Laurie Taylor discusses how the espresso evolution led to the cappuccino conquests.

Gypsy Children & Education - Blind Willie McTell
Laurie Taylor discusses the cultural and educational needs of Gypsy children.

A Social History of Dying - Obituaries
Laurie Taylor explores the social history of dying and the social memory of obituaries.

Adam Smith (1723-1790)
Laurie Taylor and guests discuss the life and work of Adam Smith, the Father of Economics.

Amazonian Friendship - Shame and Stigma
Laurie Taylor hears from a Peruvian anthropologist on how Amazonian Indians make friends.