This is Democracy – Episode 112: From Churchill and Roosevelt to Trump and Brexit: What Have We Learned?

On this episode of This is Democracy, Jeremi brings on guest Ian Buruma to discuss the lasting legacy of Winston Churchill as it relates to our current political climate. To set the scene, Zachary reads his poem entitled, “The Greeks have Seceded from the Continent.” Ian Buruma is a leading writer about recent history, politics, […]

Om Podcasten

The future of democracy is uncertain, but we are committed to its urgent renewal today. This podcast will draw on historical knowledge to inspire a contemporary democratic renaissance. The past offers hope for the present and the future, if only we can escape the negativity of our current moment — and each show will offer a serious way to do that! This podcast will bring together thoughtful voices from different generations to help make sense of current challenges and propose positive steps forward. Our goal is to advance democratic change, one show at a time. Dr. Jeremi Suri, a renown scholar of democracy, will host the podcast and moderate discussions.