UCL Uncovering Politics

UCL Political Science
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UCL Uncovering Politics

The podcast of the Department of Political Science and School of Public Policy at University College London (UCL). Through this podcast we explore key themes of contemporary politics and spotlight some of the fantastic research that takes place within our department.

  1. DEC 5

    The Power of the American Presidency

    This week we’re looking at the power of the American presidency. With Donald Trump about to return to the White House, we ask what powers will he hold? What constraints will he face? And just what will he be able to do in office?

    50 min

  2. NOV 28

    Politicising Memory: Evidence from Ukraine

    This week we’re looking at the politicisation of memory. In particular, how do political identities in the present shape the way the past is remembered? And what implications does that have for politics and policy?

    34 min

  3. NOV 21

    Lies, politicians, and social media: Should we fact check politicians?

    This week we are looking at politician's speech on social media. Should social media platforms act when the things they say are wrong?

    30 min

  4. NOV 14

    Dissecting the 2024 US Election

    This week we’re looking at the elections in the United States. Donald Trump has won; the Democrats have been comprehensively defeated. What explains the result? And what are the implications – for the US and the wider world?

    35 min

  5. NOV 7

    Policing The Permacrisis

    This week we’re looking at policing in England and Wales. Amid repeated scandals and signs of poor performance, is policing in crisis? If so, what needs to change? And how likely is it that such change will actually happen?

    34 min

  6. OCT 31

    Unpaid Reparations And Expropriation

    This week we are asking what can be done when demands for reparations for colonialism go unpaid? Would public takeovers of foreign assets be one justified way for former colonies to get what they are owed?

    29 min

  7. OCT 24

    Mission-Driven Bureaucrats

    This week we’re looking at how to improve public services. How can bureaucracies best be managed to deliver positive outcomes? Does compliance get in the way of building trust between citizens and governments?

    42 min

  8. OCT 10

    French Social Democracy In Turmoil

    This week we’re examining the state of social democracy in France. Why has it failed so badly in recent years? And what are its prospects for revival?

    36 min
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The podcast of the Department of Political Science and School of Public Policy at University College London (UCL). Through this podcast we explore key themes of contemporary politics and spotlight some of the fantastic research that takes place within our department.

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  • Creator
    UCL Political Science
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    124
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2020 UCL Uncovering Politics
  • Show Website
    UCL Uncovering Politics

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