A radical, inspiring, controversial idea from a global thinker from the world of philosophy, science, psychology and arts.
Episodes available for:
30 Days 
Sat, 18 May 13
Duration:
5 mins
Available:
28 days remaining
Finance professor Anat Admati suggests that we re-design socks. They should be constructed to suit the individual’s pattern of toes. Some people’s feet go significantly down in size and length from big toe to little one, but most socks seem to have a straight toe line. Other people’s second toe is the longest. Maybe that’s why we often get holes at the big or second toe shortly after buying socks? So let’s end the ‘one-sock-fits-all’ mentality and embrace sock customisation!
Sat, 4 May 13
Duration:
6 mins
Available:
14 days remaining
In this week's 60 Second Idea to Change the World, historian Diarmaid MacCulloch proposes a tax on piped music in bars, restaurants and shops. He doesnât believe this background noise enhances anyoneâs experience of being in such places, and would like to make the proprietors pay for inflicting it on us! Similar âSin taxesâ are applied to alcohol and tobacco in many parts of the world, so why not add this to the list? Who knows, some business owners might abandon the practice altogether, resulting in a little more precious silence in a noisy world.
Sat, 27 Apr 13
Duration:
5 mins
Available:
7 days remaining
Writer Aminatta Forna proposes that we all wear a full body suit for one day a month…one that covers every part, including the head and face. This would be a return to the era of masquerade when people shed their inhibitions in the spirit of carnival. We would be released from our conformity and the expectations of others, as there would be no social markers, no colour, no old or young, no cliques or tribes. Anonymity would allow us to give free rein to our imaginations; we could be exactly who we want to be, and we would all be happier as a result.
The BBC Podcasts are for your personal non-commercial use only.
All title, ownership rights and intellectual property rights in and to the BBC Podcasts shall remain the property of the BBC or third parties. You may not edit, alter, adapt or add to the BBC Podcast in any way. The BBC Podcasts are made available by the BBC on an "as is" and "as available" basis and the BBC gives no warranty of any kind in relation to the BBC Podcast. To the maximum extent permitted by law the BBC will not be liable for any loss or damage which you may suffer as a result of, or connected to, the download or use of the BBC Podcasts.
You need Javascript enabled and Flash version 10 installed to access this audio. Please view our BBC Webwise guide.
Explore the role of faith, spirituality and religious practice in the lives of people around the world. Heart and Soul offers insights into personal life stories, current events and trends, and…
Sat, 18 May 13
26 minutes
Weekly highlights from our religious/ethical programme Sunday Morning with Ricky Ross. Other presenters throughout the year include Cathy MacDonald, Richard Holloway and Sally Magnusson.
Sun, 19 May 13
33 minutes
BBC © 2013 The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read more.
This page is best viewed in an up-to-date web browser with style sheets (CSS) enabled. While you will be able to view the content of this page in your current browser, you will not be able to get the full visual experience. Please consider upgrading your browser software or enabling style sheets (CSS) if you are able to do so.
