Episode 6

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The Big Questions, Series 5 Episode 6 of 20

Duration: 1 hour

Nicky Campbell presents live from Wychwood School in Oxford. There are debates on the NHS, sexism in religions, and whether atheism could learn from the church. Among those taking part are philosopher Alain de Botton, Rev Rose Hudson-Wilkin, the speaker's chaplain, and Dr Evan Harris, former hospital doctor and MP.

  • The Big Questions featured in this episode

    Should 49% of the NHS become a business opportunity?
    Are religions sexist?
    Does the church have lessons for atheists?

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    February 26th Cardiff
    March 4th York
    March 18th Leicester
    March 25th Birmingham

Credits

Presenter
Nicky Campbell
Participant
Alain De Botton
Participant
Rose Hudson-Wilkin
Participant
Evan Harris

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