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Theos stimulates the debate about the place of religion in society, challenging and changing ideas through research, commentary and events.
As the Assisted Dying bill seeks to minimise vulnerability, Marianne Rozario explores the beauty in being cared for and caring for others. 22/11/2024
In BriefNick Spencer speaks with Einstein Forum in Germany Director, Susan Neiman. 19/11/2024
PodcastJohn Milloy gives us an insight into the realities of legalising assisted dying from Canada. What lessons can the UK learn? 18/11/2024
In BriefThe feeling of being a burden fuels the assisted dying debate. Nick Spencer reminds us that caring for each other is part of being human. 14/11/2024
In BriefLatest thoughts from the Theos team and guest contributors on current issues around religion and society.
Theos researches and investigates the intersection of religion, politics and society in the contemporary world.
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An online launch event, hosted by the Religion Media Centre, covering the first two briefings of our Religion Counts research. 13/05/2024
Book TicketsJoin Theos to explore how social care is a key arena for the intersection between love and work – part of our new report series: Work Shift.
Book TicketsJoin Chine McDonald as she hosts Michael Wear and Marvin Rees in a discussion about Michael’s book ‘The Spirit of our Politics’ 18/02/2024
Book TicketsJoin Nick Spencer for a live recording of Reading Our Times where he will be joined by economist and member of the House of Lords Robert Skidelsky.
Book TicketsTheos hosts public debates, discussions and lectures about religion and society.
In a joint letter, Theos call for a government inquiry on bringing people together in the wake of the recent far–right riots. 15/08/2024
ArticlesTheos’s report Love, Grief, and Hope: Emotional responses to death and dying in the UK features in The Telegraph. 29/11/2023
ArticlesTheos’s report Love, Grief, and Hope: Emotional responses to death and dying in the UK features in the Daily Mail. 28/11/2023
ArticlesTheos’s report Love, Grief, and Hope: Emotional responses to death and dying in the UK features in The Times. 28/11/2023
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Elizabeth Oldfield speaks with social psychologist Jonathan Haidt. 27/03/2024
PodcastElizabeth Oldfield speaks with naturalist and TV presenter Chris Packham. 21/02/2024
PodcastNick Spencer talks to Marilynne Robinson about her book Absence of Mind: The Dispelling of Inwardness from the Modern Myth of the Self. 23/05/2023
PodcastTheos produces two podcasts: The Sacred, exploring how we can have better public conversations about the things we value, despite our differences; and Reading Our Times, exploring the books and ideas that are shaping us today.