Jonn Elledge

Jonn Elledge, a keen journalist and author of The Compendium of (Not Quite) Everything, dives into the sea of flags appearing across Britain. Are these displays of patriotism or culture-war stunts? He explores the tangled web of identity politics, revealing how symbols like the Union Jack and St George's Cross can unite and divide. The conversation touches on vandalism as a form of political expression and the struggles of navigating national identity in today’s diverse society, reflecting on the complexities of pride and accountability.

Jonn Elledge, author of A Brief History of the World in 47 Borders, dives into the resurgence of borders in today's political landscape. He argues that nationalism is on the rise, partly due to economic stagnation since 2016, which complicates migration and resource distribution. The discussion traverses odd borders, from Kaliningrad's complex history to Bolivia’s unique naval status despite being landlocked. Elledge reveals how maps influence leaders’ decisions and reflects on the challenges of global collaboration in a newly territorial world.

Marie Le Conte, a sharp journalist and commentator, joins social affairs expert Hannah Fearn and New Statesman columnist Jonn Elledge to tackle the heated immigration debate post a fiery speech by the British Prime Minister. They discuss the critical role of immigration in supporting the care system and challenge pervasive myths about migrants. The trio also critiques politicians' reliance on AI as a fix-all solution while pondering the decline of the after-work pint, reflecting on evolving social norms in our work culture.