Humans are social animals, naturally driven to form close-knit groups. All too often, though, these groups become partisan. They start to compete with one another. They become mutually hostile. Why does this happen? And what can be done to counter the behaviour.

In Poles Apart, an expert on polarisation, a behavioural scientist and a professional communicator explain why we are so prone to be drawn into rival, often deeply antagonistic factions. They explore the shaping force of our genetic make-up on our fundamental views and the nature of the influences that family, friends, and peers exert.

Alison Goldsworthy will join us to discuss issues raised in the book. Alison is CEO, The Depolarization Project; Vice Chair, Joseph Rowntree Reform Trust; and Sloan Fellow, Stanford Graduate School of Business.

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