42 - The Answer to Almost Everything

A look at the big and small questions like if humanity can travel to Mars or if mind reading is possible.

Nation states rarely repay their debts in full – yet they do not go bankrupt. How this works depends not only on figures, but also on growth, interest rates, politics and, above all, trust. 42: looks at when debt can be useful and when it becomes a danger.

This episode of ‘42 – The Answer to Almost Everything’ explores the controversial impact of social media on young people. Whilst Australia has already banned its use by under-16s, studies show that ‘liking’, commenting and endless scrolling present as many risks as they do opportunities.

More women are finding it increasingly difficult to have children. The birth rate is falling, whilst fertility clinics are booming. Is this down to conditions such as endometriosis and PCOS, environmental toxins, or are there other reasons? 42 asks: Are we facing a female fertility crisis?

A look at the big and small questions like if humanity can travel to Mars or if mind reading is possible.

A look at the big and small questions like if humanity can travel to Mars or if mind reading is possible.