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Episodes
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Apr 24, 2024 • 39min
Social media’s business model is changing democracy, and not for the better
Charlotte Galpin and Verena Brändle discuss how social media's business model impacts democracy, driving polarization, undermining traditional media, and promoting extreme content. They explore the challenges of regulating social media, migration campaigns, and the unintentional radicalization facilitated by online platforms.
Apr 23, 2024 • 1h 5min
Michael J. Graetz, "The Power to Destroy: How the Antitax Movement Hijacked America" (Princeton UP, 2024)
Michael J. Graetz, author of 'The Power to Destroy', discusses how the antitax movement has hijacked America by promoting false economic claims and racist rhetoric. The movement has attacked the IRS, protected tax loopholes, and pushed for tax cuts, leading to increased debt and inequality. Graetz argues that this movement threatens the nation's social safety net and weakens the US financially.
Apr 21, 2024 • 1h 6min
Rogers M. Smith and Desmond King, "America’s New Racial Battle Lines: Protect Versus Repair" (U Chicago Press, 2024)
Authors Rogers M. Smith and Desmond King discuss the new era of polarized racial policy disputes in America, with conservatives aiming to 'protect' traditional values and progressives seeking to 'repair' systemic racism. They delve into the influence of two rival racial policy alliances, the challenges faced by the repair coalition, and the potential outcomes of these sharply opposed visions on America's future.
Apr 20, 2024 • 1h 39min
Ahmed M. Abozaid, "Undesired Revolution: The Arab Uprising in Egypt--A Three Level Analysis" (Brill, 2023)
Ahmed M. Abozaid discusses his book on the Arab Uprising in Egypt, emphasizing the importance of non-Western perspectives and decolonizing International Relations. The podcast explores the challenges of representing diverse perspectives, the author's writing process, theoretical gaps in international relations, reflections on the Egyptian Uprising in Upper Egypt, Egypt's foreign policy post-revolutions, and engagement with Arabic audiences for scholarly projects.
Apr 18, 2024 • 53min
Plutarch as Philosopher and Political Thinker: A Conversation with Hugh Liebert
West Point political scientist, Hugh Liebert, discusses Plutarch's profound philosophical insights and the continued importance of the biographical genre. Topics include Plutarch's political philosophy, philosophical insights in his works, concept of philotemia and virtue, portrayal of historical figures, and influence on the American founders. The podcast explores the ethical implications of studying Plutarch and the practical benefits of learning from historical figures.
Apr 18, 2024 • 1h 2min
Lorenza B. Fontana, "Recognition Politics: Indigenous Rights and Ethnic Conflict in the Andes" (Cambridge UP, 2022)
Lorenza B. Fontana, an expert in indigenous rights in the Andes, discusses recognition conflicts in the region. She explores the unintended consequences of recognition policies, challenges of free prior and informed consent in indigenous governance, interethnic education conflicts in Colombia and Peru, and the need for inclusive governance strategies.
Apr 17, 2024 • 29min
D. J. Taylor, "Who Is Big Brother?: A Reader's Guide to George Orwell" (Yale UP, 2024)
D. J. Taylor, a celebrated Orwell biographer, delves into the enigmatic contradictions of George Orwell's life and works, from his views on religion to his anti-imperialism. Taylor guides listeners through Orwell's complex evolution, political views, and writing style, offering insights into the symbolism of Big Brother in 1984. An illuminating guide to one of the most enduringly relevant writers in English literature.
Apr 17, 2024 • 33min
Words of Attack: Rhetoric Against Liberal Democratic Values with James McAdams
Political scientist James McAdams discusses the use of language by the far right to undermine liberal democracy, highlighting the impact on public views. He explores the rhetoric of figures like Tucker Carlson and Victor Orban in promoting majority grievances and framing a cultural war. McAdams also addresses the cynical manipulation of language by individuals like George Jordan Peter and Marine Le Pen, expressing concerns about the future of liberal democracy.
Apr 16, 2024 • 1h
Elliott Prasse-Freeman, "Rights Refused: Grassroots Activism and State Violence in Myanmar" (Stanford UP, 2023)
Author Elliott Prasse-Freeman discusses grassroots activism and state violence in Myanmar post-2021 coup. Topics include resilient activists, land grab protests, political cartoons' role, state power dynamics, violence impact on identity, and insights on self-defense and biopolitics.
Apr 15, 2024 • 55min
Melvin L. Rogers, "The Darkened Light of Faith: Race, Democracy, and Freedom in African American Political Thought" (Princeton UP, 2023)
Political theorist Melvin L. Rogers discusses the work of African American political thinkers like David Walker, Frederick Douglass, and James Baldwin, exploring themes of race, democracy, and freedom in American society. He delves into the idea of democracy, societal concepts defining 'we,' and the intersection of culture, political thought, and democracy. The podcast highlights the importance of understanding identity, freedom, and generating allies through challenging dialogues.
