Harry Shukman

Harry Shukman, a journalist and activist from Hope Not Hate, went undercover to shed light on a powerful network promoting scientific racism. He shares his shocking discoveries about elite circles' beliefs regarding race. Adam Rutherford, a writer and geneticist, provides insights on the historical roots of these ideologies. They discuss alarming connections between far-right movements and mainstream discourse, highlighting the need for society to confront and dismantle these harmful narratives while emphasizing the dangers they pose to minority communities.

In this intriguing discussion, journalist Harry Shukman, who works for Hope Not Hate, shares his eye-opening experiences infiltrating far-right extremist groups under the pseudonym Chris. He recounts a tense yet humorous encounter at a pub with a white nationalist leader. Shukman delves into the psychological strain of maintaining a false identity and reveals unsettling ties between fringe ideologies and mainstream discourse. His firsthand experiences at a far-right conference in Estonia expose alarming discussions on race science and the motivations behind extremist beliefs.

In this engaging discussion, Harry Shukman, a journalist and researcher at HOPE not hate, shares insights from his undercover investigation into Britain's far right. He reveals the normalization of extremist ideologies like eugenics and Holocaust denial, often intertwined with big tech and media. The conversation explores the challenges of infiltrating these groups and the emotional struggles of those seeking belonging. Shukman’s revelations illuminate the dangerous dynamics beneath the surface of British society, prompting a broader reflection on extremism.

Harry Shukman, a journalist with Hope Not Hate and author of 'Year of the Rat: Undercover in the British Far Right', shares gripping insights from his undercover work within the far-right. He discusses the unsettling human connections formed with extremists, the chilling overlap between these ideologies and mainstream politics, and uncovers the shocking realities of a far-right conference. Shukman highlights the risks of normalization of hate and reveals the alarming financial backing for radical movements, posing critical questions for society.

Harry Shukman, a journalist and researcher at HOPE not hate, shares his gripping account of going undercover in the British far right. He reveals the unsettling rise of groups like the Basket Weavers, their ideologies, and cult-like dynamics. Shukman discusses the alarming connections between far-right extremism and mainstream politics, shedding light on their influence, organization, and troubling funding. His experiences expose the disturbing conversations happening behind closed doors, illuminating a hidden threat to society.