Past Present Future
David RuncimanPast Present Future is a bi-weekly History of Ideas podcast with David Runciman, host and creator of Talking Politics, exploring the history of ideas from politics to philosophy, culture to technology. David talks to historians, novelists, scientists and many others about where the most interesting ideas come from, what they mean, and why they matter. Ideas from the past, questions about the prese... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 241 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNewsHistory | |||
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In today’s episode David talks to political historian David Klemperer about whether voting should be required by law and what might change if non-participation was no longer an option. Why have some countries made voting compulsory? What difference h... more
In today’s episode David talks to Alan Renwick from UCL’s Constitution Unit about the pros and cons of referendums. When does a democratic question need to be put direct to the people? Do some countries do it better than others? How can referendums b... more
The second part of David’s conversation with Robert Saunders marking the 40th anniversary of Neil Kinnock’s party conference speech attacking the Militant tendency takes the story up to the present and beyond. Was Jeremy Corbyn’s victory in the Labou... more
Today’s episode in our occasional series with Robert Saunders to mark momentous events in British political history explores the lasting consequences of a speech delivered 40 years ago this week. Labour leader Neil Kinnock’s attack on Militant at his... more
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Runciman is peerless.
Apple Podcasts5Ballysmuttan
Ireland2 months ago - Near perfect delivery
Superbly researched, detailed and succinct. Each podcast is a very well structured story. When he’s on his own, the pace, consistency and phrasing of his delivery is so excellent. Sounds like he must be reading it , but sounds like he isn’t
Apple Podcasts5boomvalk
United Kingdom2 months ago - A Rambling Global North History Recap Of Its Supremacy
It is often said that history is written by the victors. To that, we must now add: and reinforced by the so-called victors through the voices of academics from colonially advantaged institutions—now repackaging empire in the form of podcasts.
The obsessive focus on Trump, while not entirely unwarranted, distracts from a far more damning truth: that the very wealth, political ideology, and proclaimed superiority of the Global North—alongside its exalted academic institutions—are structurally and... more
Apple Podcasts1Vitas7890United Kingdom2 months ago - A great podcast
I listen to this podcast to learn and delight in doing so.
Apple Podcasts5Leopoldo Olavarría
United States2 months ago - tiresome but handy
host is insufferably pretentious and keeps inserting his own inane opinions on things into it but can be a useful quick summary if you bring a handful of salt.
Apple Podcasts1Charon96United Kingdom3 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #200 | United States/History |
Apple Podcasts | #32 | United Kingdom/History |
Apple Podcasts | #202 |  Canada/History |
Apple Podcasts | #56 |  Australia/History |
Apple Podcasts | #78 |  Italy/History |
Apple Podcasts | #87 |  Germany/History |
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Exploring the intersections of politics, philosophy, culture, and technology, a bi-weekly series invites listeners to engage with historical ideas that continue to shape contemporary discourse. With a variety of guests ranging from historians to scientists, the discussions unravel complex topics such as electoral reform, dignity, and the implications of political trials through history. The show often delves into how past events and ideologies inform present-day issues, offering a thought-provoking perspective on ideas that matter in understanding our future. Notably, the blend of diverse voices and rigorous analysis positions the series as a rich resource for those eager to deepen their understanding of the humanities and political landsca... more
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