The Violence Paradox
The Violence Paradox

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.

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BBC Four

Episodes

Episodes

Episode 1
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?’

Episode 2
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