HeyJaredThe Sound of Politics
Politicians speaking – on the news; in parliament; surrounded by whatever scenes might make them look like real people. How many of us are really listening to them? How many of us try to avoid them? How should we try to make sense of them?
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Young Voters and Politics: How Do Children Learn About Democracy (opens the original)
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How do children and young people make sense of politics? As the UK prepares to extend voting rights to 16-year-olds, questions about political literacy, civic engagement and democratic participation have become increasingly important. But how do younger audiences actually understand the political world around them? In this episode, Professor Stephen Coleman explores how children learn about politics and asks what happens when young people encounter political messages, campaigns and public debate
Class and Politics: Why Has Social Class Disappeared from Political Debate? (opens the original)
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Why do politicians rarely talk about class anymore? Social class remains one of the strongest influences on people's life chances, shaping everything from income and education to health and housing. Yet despite its continuing importance, class has become far less visible in political language and public debate. In this episode, Professor Stephen Coleman explores the changing role of class in political communication and asks why discussions of inequality are often framed in terms of aspiration, o
Local News and Democracy: Who Holds Power to Account When Reporters Disappear? (opens the original)
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What happens to democracy when local journalists disappear? Across the UK and beyond, newsrooms have shrunk, local newspapers have closed, and fewer reporters are attending council meetings, court hearings and community events. But what does this mean for accountability, transparency and public trust? In this episode, Professor Stephen Coleman explores the growing crisis in local journalism and asks what happens when there is nobody left to scrutinise those in power. Why does local news matter f
Free Speech on Campus: Are Universities Still Places for Open Debate? (opens the original)
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Are universities becoming less open to controversial ideas, or has concern about free speech on campus been exaggerated? Debates about academic freedom, student protest and so-called "cancel culture" have become increasingly prominent in public life, raising important questions about what universities are for and how disagreement should be managed. In this episode, Professor Stephen Coleman explores the politics of free speech on campus and asks whether universities can remain places where diffi
Antisemitism and Political Discourse: Why Words Matter (opens the original)
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How do we talk about antisemitism in political and public life? Discussions about antisemitism often involve questions of language, history, identity and political responsibility. Yet disagreements frequently arise over how antisemitism is defined, recognised and communicated. In this episode, Professor Stephen Coleman explores the language of antisemitism and asks how politicians, journalists and citizens discuss one of society's oldest and most enduring forms of prejudice. Why do debates about
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