About this episode
The episode discusses how leaders can combat the rise of populism, drawing parallels to historical moments and figures like Franklin D Roosevelt.
Are we living in a 1930s moment in history? How can leaders fight back against populism? And is Franklin D Roosevelt the answer? Join Alastair Campbell and Liam Byrne for part 2 of their discussion on why populism is winning and how to beat it. To hear the whole Populism series, sign up at therestispolitics.com Social Producer: Celine Charles Video Editor: James Clayden Producer: India Dunkley Exec Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
People in this episode
Host: Alastair Campbell
Guest: Liam Byrne
Topics covered
- populism
- leadership
- history
- politics
- FDR
- government
Keywords
- populism
- leadership
- FDR
- politics
- government
- history
- 1930s
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