Timothy Garton Ash

British historian Timothy Garton Ash discusses Ukraine's impact on Europe post-Russian invasion. Topics include democracy's decline, 'Post-Wall' Europe, and Ukraine's evolving identity. The conversation explores the importance of defending liberal values, challenges to democracy, and the European Union's role as a liberal empire. Garton Ash shares personal anecdotes related to the fall of the Berlin Wall and its emotional impact.

Historian Timothy Garton Ash, winner of the 2024 Lionel Gelber Prize, discusses his dedication to Europe's ideals and support for Ukraine by using prize money to buy drones. Topics include Europe's importance, balancing historical and journalistic perspectives, learning from past conflicts, and Canada's role in geopolitics.

Ivan Krastev, an opinion writer for the New York Times, and Timothy Garton Ash, a European Studies professor at Oxford, share insights on the Soviet Union's collapse and Gorbachev's legacy. They discuss the fall of the Berlin Wall, the misinterpretations of history, and the rise of alternative governance in Eastern Europe. The duo also examines the roots of populism and economic disparities, and reflects on the future of liberalism amidst rising local movements and the challenges posed by contemporary politics.

Researchers, journalists, and academics discuss narratives in Europe. Topics include: the power of narrative in the Brexit vote, the EU's disconnect from the common citizen, resentment towards the EU in Eastern Germany, far-right activists promoting racist ideologies, language patterns of political elites, and attitudes towards the EU.

Ivan Krastev, a Bulgarian political scientist and co-author of "The Light That Failed," joins acclaimed historian Timothy Garton Ash to discuss the precarious state of democracy in Eastern Europe. They reflect on the rapid political changes since the fall of the Berlin Wall, sharing personal anecdotes and analyzing the resurgence of authoritarianism. The talk delves into the impact of youth emigration, the complexities of public expectations amid rising populism, and the challenges posed by global political dynamics, highlighting a turbulent future for democratic ideals.