Stephen Dorril

Stephen Dorril, a former senior journalism lecturer and author of "Blackshirt: Sir Oswald Mosley and British Fascism," dissects the controversial figure of Oswald Mosley. They delve into the rise of British fascism, influenced by anti-Semitic rhetoric and European connections. Dorril explores Mosley's charismatic yet flawed personality, his shifts from Tory roots to Labour ideals, and the impact of key events like the Battle of Cable Street. The conversation also touches on the movement's decline and the complexities surrounding Mosley's legacy.