

From Bruges to Brexit
Aug 21, 2023
This podcast delves into the impact of Margaret Thatcher's speech in Bruges on British politics and the future of the European Union. It explores the contrasting positions of the Labour and Conservative parties on Europe, the rich history and controversies of Europe, the relationship between the Bank of England governor and the German central bank, the benefits of Europeanizing German power, Britain's historical approach to European integration, and the similarities in concerns raised by Jack DeLaur's speech with the current issues surrounding Brexit and workers' rights.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Struggle over Europe
01:55 • 4min
Exploring the Rich History and Controversies of Europe
06:12 • 16min
The Relationship with the Bank of England Governor and the Powerful Figures in the German Central Bank
21:59 • 3min
Europeanizing German Power and Currency
25:02 • 2min
Britain's Historical Approach to European Integration
27:12 • 21min
Similarities in Concerns: Protecting Europe's Standards and Workers' Rights
47:54 • 2min