The Inquiry

The Inquiry gets beyond the headlines to explore the trends, forces and ideas shaping the world.

Episodes (548 available)

The Inquiry

Is Kenya serious about ending femicide?

Will Kenya recognise femicide as a distinct crime?

9 Jul 2026

24 mins

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Can the New World Screwworm be stopped?

Is there a defence against the New World Screwworm?

2 Jul 2026

24 mins

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Is technology ruining sport?

Tech boosts accuracy but is it worth disrupting the experience and flow of live sport?

25 Jun 2026

23 mins

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Can Brussels crack the gender pay gap?

Is the gender pay gap solution in sight?

18 Jun 2026

23 mins

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Why does Ebola keep coming back?

Ebola outbreaks continue to challenge health systems across Africa

11 Jun 2026

25 mins

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Is Portugal’s drugs policy in need of reform?

Is Portugal’s drugs policy outdated?

4 Jun 2026

23 mins

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What’s the future for monetary unions?

Do common currencies work?

28 May 2026

23 mins

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Are the Himalayan glaciers at a tipping point?

Melting Himalayan glaciers are increasing the risk to communities and the ecosystem

21 May 2026

25 mins

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What is the future of the European Union?

Has Hungary’s recent election put an end to disunity in the bloc?

14 May 2026

24 mins

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Are countries really running out of jet fuel?

Concerns of a jet fuel crisis grow, but are shortages real or overblown?

7 May 2026

24 mins