E194 - Decolonization as Advocacy, Pt. 1 w/ Lydia Walker

Lydia Walker, Assistant Professor at Ohio State University and author of *States-in-Waiting*, takes center stage. She challenges traditional narratives surrounding decolonization, emphasizing the importance of local autonomy movements. The discussion dives into the role of transnational advocacy networks and key figures like Naga leader Angami Zapu Phizo. Walker highlights the Naga people's unique identity shaped during World War II and the complexities of their quest for recognition, revealing the broader implications for marginalized communities today.