#009 - Ian Birrell - Prison Reform, Global Conflicts, Free Speech & Nostr

Ian Birrell is a renowned British journalist, columnist, and
foreign correspondent, known for his work on global conflicts,
social justice, and political reform.


In this episode, we discuss the failures of the prison system,
whether it's true purpose is punishment or rehabilitation, and
how countries like Norway and Texas are tackling recidivism with
innovative approaches. We also get into Bitcoin’s role in
empowering activists, the impact of social media on political
tribalism, and Elon Musk’s controversial approach to free speech
as well as the rise of political extremism, the decline of
critical thinking, and the challenges of addressing the war on
drugs and reforming criminal justice systems.