Is a brave new world possible? With John Kampfner

About this episode

John Kampfner discusses his book 'Braver New World' and explores optimistic solutions to global issues.

Journalist and author John Kampfner joins the Matts to discuss his stunning new book Braver New World - a global travelogue of bold solutions to some of the world’s thorniest problems. Over three years of globetrotting to see for himself what can be done has given John a sense of belief in the future… but with some important caveats. So if you’re feeling pessimistic about the future, tune in and get a dose of realistic optimism that things can get better… but only with the right spirit and culture of political risk. Enjoy! And PS… new subscribers to The New World get a signed hardback copy of Braver New World while stocks last. Go to www.thenewworld.co.uk/2Matts now! Produced by Matt Withers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: Matt Withers

Guest: John Kampfner

Topics covered

• global solutions
• political optimism
• journalism
• travelogue
• future challenges

Keywords

• John Kampfner
• Braver New World
• political risk
• optimism
• global travelogue

Sponsors

The New World

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The New World, Acast

Books & works: Braver New World

Places: UK

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