Emanuel Deutschmann

In this engaging discussion, Emanuel Deutschmann, an assistant professor at the University of Flensburg and expert in transnational mobility, shares his insights from his book on global connectivity. He argues that human movement and communication are primarily influenced by geographic distance rather than globalization, revealing that interactions are more regional than commonly perceived. Deutschmann delves into various data types, surprising findings on mobility patterns, and how political factors play a lesser role. He also highlights current research on visa inequality and its impact on mobility.