Talk articles

  • What we talk about when we talk about political beliefs

    “Politics,” they say, “ain’t beanbag.” In other words, it’s not just a game. Today, many descriptions of American political life begin with the observation that there is a great deal of disagreement when it comes to our political beliefs. And this disagreement is characterized as being increasingly rancorous, polarized, and ubiquitous. Family get-togethers turn sour […]
  • Shouting up, nuance and understanding: Owls tactical talking talking points

    Four matches unbeaten with fate in their own hands, the task remains a stiff one and Wednesday will need to be on their mettle to produce the goods against a West Brom side hoping to secure a play-off spot. There has been conversation throughout the Danny Röhl-inspired resurgence around the tactics employed, ones that represent a sharp shift from those utilised by previous managers Darren Moore and Xisco. The on-field set-up is varied, sophisticated and is in large parts difficult for the eyes...
  • We are ready to talk, Mr. Drax, but are you?

    Is Dorset MP Richard Drax about to add to his vast fortune with millions of pounds from sale of land on a former slave plantation? A storm of protest in Barbados has forced the Barbadian government to put on hold plans to buy part of his Drax Hall estate – a deal which would have […]