Emily Maitlis on the Belfast riots, Elon Musk, and the anti-migrant frenzy
About this episode
Emily Maitlis discusses the recent Belfast riots and the implications of far-right rhetoric on immigration and safety.
The scenes in Belfast this week have been horrifying to watch - ugly clashes, masked men rioting in the streets, immigrant families begging neighbours to hide their children - fearing for their safety. Politicians, far-right agitators, and billionaire Elon Musk have been accused of sparking the riots - weaponising a brutal stabbing attack, to ramp up anti-migrant rhetoric and whip protestors into a frenzy. Today, British journalist and host of The News Agents , Emily Maitlis on the far-right forces at play in the UK, and why the Belfast riots should serve as a warning to Australia, and the world. If you enjoy 7am , the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support . Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram Guest: Journalist Emily Maitlis Photo: PA/PA Wire See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Guest: Emily Maitlis
Topics covered
- Belfast riots
- anti-migrant rhetoric
- far-right politics
- Elon Musk
- immigration
- safety concerns
Keywords
- Belfast riots
- Emily Maitlis
- anti-migrant
- Elon Musk
- far-right
- immigration
- safety
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Organizations: The News Agents
Places: Belfast, Australia, UK
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