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In this episode, Magnus discusses gender equality. What is gender equality? Why is gender equality important? And what can you do to promote a more gender-equal world? This episode is dedicated to the girls of 5S at the British School in Tokyo, who inspire me with their creativity and strength. I am grateful to have them as friends! Episode Credits Host: Magnus Burrett-Simons Script: Professor Tina Burrett Editing: Martin Burrett Music: Magnus Burrett-Simons and C. E. J. Simons Music Editing: William Demiri-Watson Sound effects by Pixabay
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Magnaphone
Christopher Simons · Kids & Family · English
Do you want to know more about the biggest challenges facing our world? Do you want to understand the climate crisis and what you can do to help? Do you want to know how Artificial Intelligence is changing our future? Then listen to Magnaphone with me, Magnus Burrett-Simons. Magnaphone is the podcas
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S1 · E14 · 16 Apr 2026 · 15 min
S01E14 Human Rights
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S1 · E13 · 13 Jan 2026 · 12 min
S01E13 Water
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S1 · E12 · 21 Oct 2025 · 12 min
S01E12 The Internet, Disinformation, and Online Safety
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S1 · E11 · 16 Sep 2025 · 13 min
S01E11 Trade and Tariffs
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S1 · E9 · 2 Feb 2025 · 17 min
S01E09 Sustainability
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S1 · E8 · 9 Oct 2024 · 16 min
S01E08 Food
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S1 · E7 · 26 Jun 2024 · 10 min
S01E07 Immigration
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S1 · E6 · 12 May 2024 · 9 min
S01E06 Terrorism
In this episode, Magnus discusses terrorism. What is terrorism? Why does terrorism happen, and how do governments respond to terrorism? Episode Credits Host: Magnus Burrett-Simons Script: Professor Tina Burrett Editing: Martin Burrett Music: Magnus Burrett-Simons and C. E. J. Simons Music Editing: William Demiri-Watson Sound effects by Pixabay
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S1 · E5 · 29 Mar 2024 · 14 min
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