The psychology of free thought: interview with Simon McCarthy-Jones
'At what point does the power imbalance between individuals and big tech become problematic?'
From Satan to the Hate Monster
‘Tis a short step from sinful thought to sinful deed, especially in the Scottish Hate Crime Act.
‘Nobody really understands what the consequences are’: Susie Alegre on how digital technology undermines free thought
The author of 'Freedom to Think' speaks to Emma Park about an underrated but essential human right, and the threats posed to it by social media profiling, targeted advertising, information control and AI.
On sex, gender and their consequences: interview with Louise Antony
The philosopher speaks to Emma Park about the trans debate, the meaning of sex and gender, and the vexed question of whether trans women should be allowed in biological women's spaces.
Year in review: 2023
The editorial team looks back at the major issues debated in the Freethinker this year.
‘This is not rocket science’: the Disestablishment of the Church of England Bill 2023
Liberal Democrat peer Paul Scriven speaks to the Freethinker about why he wants to disestablish the C of E, and how observing bishops in the Lords has made him a confirmed atheist.