In this engaging discussion, Reni Eddo-Lodge emphasizes the lasting impact of her book on race relations, examining political activism's disconnect from government responses. Orlando Figes elucidates the historical narratives shaping modern Russian politics, especially in light of Ukraine's plight. Meanwhile, Elizabeth Williamson, with insights from Jon Ronson, tackles the disturbing rise of conspiracy theories stemming from the Sandy Hook tragedy and their societal consequences. Together, they navigate complex themes of race, history, and misinformation, providing thought-provoking insights.
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Unexpected Success
Reni Eddo-Lodge's book, Why I'm No Longer Talking to White People About Race, resonated with a wide audience due to its provocative title and timely release.
The book's success was unexpected, as Eddo-Lodge had no initial expectations for its reception.
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Political Paradox
Despite increased awareness of racial issues, political power remains concentrated, and some policies have regressed.
There's a risk of feeling positive about progress while the situation worsens, exemplified by policies like sending people to Rwanda.
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Political Neglect
Reni Eddo-Lodge hasn't been approached by senior political leaders, despite the success of her book and the Black Lives Matter movement.
She speculates that the Labour Party avoids focusing on social justice to appear more electable.
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Why I'm No Longer Talking to White People About Race
Reni Eddo-Lodge
Ana Camallonga
This book delves into the intersections of race, class, and gender in British society, discussing topics such as institutional racism, white privilege, and black feminism. It originated from a blog post of the same name and has become a significant work in contemporary discussions on race.
Sandy Hook
Elizabeth Williamson
Sandy Hook: An American Tragedy and the Battle for Truth explores the devastating impact of conspiracy theories following the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. The book chronicles the efforts of parents to defend their children's legacies against misinformation and the legal battles they fought against figures like Alex Jones. It also examines how these conspiracy theories have influenced broader societal issues, including the erosion of trust in institutions and the rise of misinformation.
The Story of Russia
Orlando Figes
Intelligence Squared has enjoyed hundreds of great conversations on the podcast, across our online talks and onstage at our live events across 2022. For the festive season, we’re highlighting 12 voices whose books and work have both encapsulated the big themes of the year and enriched our listening over the past 12 months. For the first instalment, we listen back to conversations with writer Reni Eddo-Lodge discussing the new edition of her bestseller, Why I'm No Longer Talking to White People About Race. Plus, historian Orlando Figes on his book, The Story of Russia, and The New York Times' Elizabeth Williamson talks through her book, Sandy Hook: An American Tragedy, with fellow author and filmmaker Jon Ronson.
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