Graham Smith is Professor of Politics at the Centre for the Study of Democracy at the University of Westminster. He is a leading authority on deliberative democracy whose work has shaped the design and implementation of citizens' assemblies addressing complex issues like climate change and political reform.In this episode, host Keith Hyams and Graham Smith delve into the transformative potential of citizens' assemblies, exploring how these randomly selected, deliberative bodies can tackle democratic deficits, bridge societal divides, and foster more inclusive and effective policymaking.Find Graham Smith's book, We Need To Talk About Climate: How Citizens' Assemblies Can Help Us Solve the Climate Crisis, here: https://westminsterresearch.westminster.ac.uk/item/ww6qw/we-need-to-talk-about-climate-how-citizens-assemblies-can-help-us-solve-the-climate-crisisNew episodes every two weeks!For more information on the episode and podcast visit our website https://democracydifferently.org
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Sylvie Delacroix on Data, Habit and Generative AI
In this episode of Democracy;Differently, we explore the challenges data ecosystems pose to democracy, including issues of agency, privacy, and the role of legislation and innovative solutions like data trusts.Sylvie Delacroix is the Director of the Centre for Data Futures at King’s College London, a leading expert on data sovereignty, digital law, and the intersection of ethical agency and data-driven decision-making in modern democracies.New episodes every two weeks!For more information on the episode and podcast visit our website https://democracydifferently.org
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Tom Hale on Short-termism, Long Problems and Climate Change
In this episode of Democracy: Differently, host Keith Hyams engages with Tom Hale to explore the concept of "long problems"—issues like climate change that unfold over extended timescales—and discusses how democratic systems can evolve to effectively govern across time.Tom Hale, Professor of Public Policy at Oxford's Blavatnik School of Government, is an expert on global governance and climate policy, focusing on how democratic institutions can better address long-term challenges like climate change.New episodes every two weeks!For more information on the episode and podcast visit our website https://democracydifferently.org
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Johan Farkas on Post Truth and Misinformation
In this episode of Democracy:Differently, host Jessica Sutherland speaks with Johan Farkas about the impact of disinformation on democracy, the rise of authoritarian arguments against critical journalism, and the need for structural solutions to combat fake news and misinformation. Johan Farkas is an Assistant Professor in Media Studies at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in digital media, journalism, disinformation, and the intersection between these topics and democracy.New episodes every other Wednesday!For more information on the episode and podcast visit our website https://democracydifferently.org
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Jo Wolff on Democratic Culture and Polarisation
In this episode of Democracy: Differently, host Keith Hyams and Jo Wolff delve into the cultural foundations of democracy, examining how norms such as mutual respect, the legitimacy of opposition, and civic empathy are essential for a resilient democratic society. Jonathan Wolff is the Alfred Landecker Professor of Values and Public Policy at Oxford's Blavatnik School of Government, is a political philosopher whose work bridges theory and practice, focusing on how concepts like equality, ethics, and civic responsibility shape democratic life.New episodes every two weeks!For more information on the episode and podcast visit our website https://democracydifferently.org
Welcome to Democracy:Differently, the podcast dedicated to reimagining and improving democracy. Every two weeks, we engage with top political scientists, experts, and practitioners to discuss innovative solutions for modern democratic challenges.
Democracy:Differently explores how to fix flaws in representative democracy without abandoning it. From electoral reform and new forms of citizen engagement to leveraging technology for inclusive democracy, we dive deep into actionable ideas that can make democracy more effective, transparent, and participatory.
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