How relevant is the Catholic Church in Malta in 2020?
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Archbishop Charles Scicluna discusses whether the Catholic Church is relevant in Maltese society anymore. He also shares his thoughts on greed, social media and hate speech. Plus, marine biologist Alan Deidun tells us how and why he believes wildlife is thriving across the islands since the COVD-19 pandemic forced us all indoors. Background reading: Archbishop slams 'cardboard institutions with no teeth' Dolphins arrive on a coastline quietened by coronavirus Find out more at https://times-talk.pinecast.co
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