In the Context of Empire

About the podcast

In the Context of Empire examines American history and politics through an explicitly critical view of US power. The programme originated with social studies teachers discussing empire alongside their own experiences. It questions familiar national narratives and considers their relationship to contemporary foreign policy. Interviews and host discussions also scrutinise the way major news organisations frame international events. Its combination of historical interpretation, political argument, and media criticism gives the conversations a clear anti-imperialist perspective.