I feel I must point out that neither Cuba nor China are actually communist per se, however. They are Starlinist/Leninist regimes masking totalitarian systems under the guise of Marxism. I would, thus, argue that communism as a pure concept has never been attempted in any real way, and, therefore, is not a failed idea. But, hey, you could write a book on this…

I agree, good gig, shame about the haggis!

What an old cynic you are Jess.
I was listening to it on the Radio and enjoying it until I nearly cut off my finger whilst cutting my hedge. At this point I decided it might be better to retire to the safety of my living room, and enjoyed a very jolly concert. I think the main point (and I did mail this in to Broadcasting House on Sunday) was that Africa needs not Aid or Debt Relief, though both are important in the short term, but the only real way to move forward is to level the playing field in trade terms.
New Zealand tried this in its agricultural sector and it worked.
As to the capitalism question, I am not sure if I am qualified to comment, but just try the other systems, no other seems to work. Do we really consider Cuba a good exemplar? China as a beacon of light in the world.
No my brain is jamming up, suggest an alternative please?
Hope Devon is going well.