Founded 2020

Blog + Podcast

An initiative by Manuel Lara Aguado

What is Uncommon Sense?

They say common sense is not so common anymore. Using common sense in a polarised, irrational and emotional world, I try to share my thoughts on some of the largest problems both post-modern society, my country and my local community faces. From politics and diplomacy, to economics, policy, and the environment, my generation is coming of age in a dynamic world. This is a podcast + blog combination of a teenager who cannot help but observe the world around him; and has a something to say about it.

Because I believe an education is the only way our generation can solve the world's challenges, all of the proceeds gained from this blog + podcast will be donated to the World Literacy Foundation charity, who is dedicated to teaching boys and girls around the world to read and write. As their motto goes: "Knowing how to read and write can break the cycle of poverty", the 21st century's perhaps largest challenge.

Or, you can donate directly to our partner NGO The World Literacy Foundation to help our goal of promoting civilised discourse that will help solve the world's problems

Episode 1

The Catalan Independence Paradox

Episode 2

The Poverty vs Climate Dilemma


Episode 3

Cities of The Future

Episode 5

Universal Basic Income & The Welfare Trap


Episode 6

The World's Water Crisis

Episode 7

China's Rise (and why it will fall)


Episode 8

Political Polarisation in a Divided World

Episode 9

Why is Africa so poor?


Want to Participate?

Contact Manuel: [manulara2204@gmail.com]

to get involved with the Uncommon Sense initiative.