With the subject of communication in mind, former MI6 spy Matthew looks at how certain political leaders have delivered their messages pertaining to key events this week. But do soundbite methods of communication help such leaders? And do they help us? Matthew thinks not. And he has a radical thought about the fine art of conversation.

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Within the highly volatile and aggressive contemporary world, the gravest worry is that matters escalate and the major powers go head-to-head with their vast military arsenals. The result would be a real 'war to end all wars'. Highly decorated former MI6 intelligence officer Matthew Dunn covertly worked in the secret world to prevent Big War. Now he wonders whether it made a difference. Is Big War coming? Matthew has an answer.

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Too many of us thrive on anger, lap it up, direct it anywhere and everywhere because it's one of our drugs of choice. Looking at a political event this week, former MI6 spy Matthew argues that we shouldn't seek refuge from this destructive emotion by seeking guidance from our so-called leaders. To do so would beg the question, "Who do you look up to?" And great care is required when answering that powerful question.

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