Emanuel Deutschmann
Assistant professor of sociological theory at the University of Flensburg whose research focuses on transnational mobility, migration, regional integration, and globalization; author of Mapping the Transnational World (Princeton UP, 2022).
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Dec 23, 2025 • 37min
Emanuel Deutschmann, "Mapping the Transnational World: How We Move and Communicate Across Borders, and Why It Matters" (Princeton UP, 2022)
In this engaging discussion, Emanuel Deutschmann, an assistant professor at the University of Flensburg and expert in transnational mobility, shares his insights from his book on global connectivity. He argues that human movement and communication are primarily influenced by geographic distance rather than globalization, revealing that interactions are more regional than commonly perceived. Deutschmann delves into various data types, surprising findings on mobility patterns, and how political factors play a lesser role. He also highlights current research on visa inequality and its impact on mobility.
Dec 23, 2025 • 37min
Emanuel Deutschmann, "Mapping the Transnational World: How We Move and Communicate Across Borders, and Why It Matters" (Princeton UP, 2022)
Emanuel Deutschmann, Assistant Professor at the University of Flensburg, discusses his insights on transnational mobility and communication. He reveals that our interactions across borders are heavily influenced by geographic distance, challenging the idea of a fully globalized world. His research spans migration, tourism, and digital connections, uncovering stable regional patterns over decades. Deutschmann also highlights how mobility behaviors cluster regionally and questions the notion of European exceptionalism, emphasizing that borders still play a crucial role in shaping human activity.
