David Goodhart

David Goodhart, journalist and author known for the Anywhere vs Somewhere framework, outlines how mobile, university-educated elites reshaped politics and policy. He traces the rise of the anywhere worldview, its effects on meritocracy and elites, and why care, skilled trades, and demographic shifts matter for democracy. The conversation also weighs AI, social mobility, and ways to rebalance social values.

David Goodhart, journalist and author of the Anywheres vs Somewheres framework, outlines how rapid demographic change and elite dominance strain Britain’s social cohesion. He describes the Bus Stop Test of local integration, contrasts integrated and segregated towns, and explores shifts in identity, immigration, and family policy in short, punchy conversations.

Michael Gove introduces David Goodhart, journalist on demography and identity; Tim Stanley, historian and cultural commentator; and Steve Baker, former MP focused on economics and tech. They discuss AI-driven medical advances and global trade, fertility and social media harms, the limits of the managerial state and the rise of individual empowerment. The panel frames reasons for optimism about 2026.

David Goodhart, founder of Prospect magazine and author of 'The Care Dilemma', dives into the unintended consequences of women's liberation. He discusses how women's entry into the labor market has reshaped family dynamics and gender roles, highlighting the economic impact on societal perceptions of care. Goodhart critiques the rising costs of childcare and advocates for better financial support during early childhood. He examines the emotional strain of balancing work and family, alongside the societal shifts affecting parenthood and declining birth rates.

David Goodhart, author of The Care Dilemma, examines the clash between gender equality and caregiving, advocating for stronger family ties. Kathryn Faulke shares heartfelt stories from her experiences as a frontline carer, revealing the human side of adult social care. Anna Coote emphasizes systemic changes needed in public health policy to uplift both caregivers and those they support. Together, they explore the current care crisis, the importance of community, and innovative solutions for a more equitable care system.