Where does science end and pseudoscience begin? In conversation with Michael Gordin

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What is (American) Christian nationalism? In conversation with Andrew Whitehead

Christian Nationalism seems to be on the rise - particularly in the US, but increasingly in Europe. The phrase, however, is often used vaguely and carelessly.Indeed "Christian nationalism" can be something of a "dustbin" term, into which people throw all the kinds of things they ...  Show more

What can the history of nationalism tell us about its future? In conversation with Eric Storm

We live in an increasingly nationalistic age, with globalisation stumbling and international institutions disregarded. But we have been here before.Nations have existed for centuries, but it's only in the last 200 years that nationalism has become such a huge influence.So, where ...  Show more

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