The Violence Paradox (2021)
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1 Season
May 4, 2021
English
Synopsis
Psychologist Steven Pinker believes we may be living in the most peaceful period in human existence. He explores the reasons why this might be and whether it could be prevented altogether.
Network
BBC Four
Episodes
Episodes
E1
Episode 1
May 4, 2021
53 min
Taking his clues from archaeology, modern laboratory experiments, historical criminology and literature, psychologist Steven Pinker traces the social and neurobiological roots of human violence and asks, ‘Are human beings becoming less violent? And if so, why?’
E2
Episode 2
May 11, 2021
53 min
Psychologist Steven Pinker examines the evidence behind the argument that the world is becoming more peaceful, including whether income equality and sport curb violence.
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Original Title
The Violence Paradox
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
2