Will the next World War be a cyberwar?

More stuff. Same habits. Can we break the cycle? In this episode of LSE iQ, Sue Windebank unpacks the psychology, social pressures and economics that keep us buying—and explores what could help us change.

Why do online adverts seem to know what you’ve just discussed?

In 2019, the UK became the first major economy to commit in law to reaching net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. But seven years later, the world looks very different.

Hypnosis: myth or medicine? We cut through the stage-show stereotypes to uncover the real science of hypnotherapy — and its remarkable results for addiction, pain, and healing.

Starting with a dog called Pip, LSE iQ explores one of the biggest ethical questions of our time. What do we really owe animals — and is the law keeping up with the science?

How can we build resilience and bounce back from failure? Sue Windebank speaks to Anthony Scaramucci and LSE’s Dr Grace Lordan about overcoming setbacks, managing your inner critic, and the science of recovery.

Fertility rates are at record lows around the world, reshaping communities and even forcing some schools to close...

What does the future of work really look like?

It seems every week we hear a new report of a cyber-attack. What if those attacks were on our critical infrastructure? Our national grid? Our water supply? Is the UK prepared?

What does artificial intelligence really mean for the future of work?