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EPISODE · Jun 18, 2026 · 23 MIN

Part 2: How to Heal Divisions in Our Society

from Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast · host Social Progress Imperative

Why is the history of modern Britain failing our children, and how is that space being exploited by extre()mists?In Part 2 of this episode of Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast, host Michael green welcomes back Anwar Akhtar, Director of Samosa Media, for a powerful conversation on education, "cultural capital," and the fight against radical narratives on both the left and the right.Anwar breaks down two massive, yet widely ignored, historical milestones that he believes should be taught in every primary and secondary school. Anwar also tackles the pragmatics of the modern "culture fights," explaining why Samosa Media intentionally campaigns to "diversify" rather than "decolonize" the curriculum to build common dialogue instead of institutional gridlock. Finally, they look at the evolution of British policing and why history remains our strongest immunization against extrem()ism.Don't miss out on Part One! Please follow and rate our show! Explore our work at https://www.socialprogress.org/Interested in the Social Progress Index? Learn more. Help us advance social progress across the world! Your donation makes a huge difference to us. Donate now! Want the full story? Subscribe to our newsletter! 

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Why is the history of modern Britain failing our children, and how is that space being exploited by extre()mists? In Part 2 of this episode of Beyond GDP: The Social Progress Podcast, host Michael green welcomes back Anwar Akhtar, Director of Samosa Media, for a powerful conversation on education, "cultural capital," and the fight against radical narratives on both the left and the right. Anwar breaks down two massive, yet widely ignored, historical milestones that he believes should be tau...

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