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Ceasefire

Hilde and Emily

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Welcome to Ceasefire, a podcast discussing American politics seen from the European side of the pond! This podcast is hosted by Emily Charnock, a political historian at Cambridge University, and Hilde Restad, an associate professor of international studies at Bjørknes College in Oslo, Norway.
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The United States and Saudi Arabia are very close allies. But why? Is it about oil, terrorism, Iran, or what? What do the two countries see in each other? Hilde talks to Thomas Hegghammer, a renowned expert on Saudi politics and Islamist extremism. Come for the world-class expertise, stay for Thomas' favorite color and his take on why it is slain j…
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In this special holiday minisode, Hilde and Emily discuss what they're thankful for on the American political scene right now, despite the contentious times we're living in, and reminisce about a few of their favorite Thanksgiving foods... There's pecan pie, blue waves, green bean casserole, checks and balances, and more, plus a special appearance …
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Is the GOP racist? According to ex-GOP'er Max Boot - yes. His mea culpa leads Emily and Hilde to discuss what political scientists and historians have said about the infamous "Southern Strategy" and whether this is still relevant. Can the Republican party today can be salvaged from its white nationalism? Hilde and Emily, uhm, disagree.…
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Recorded live in Oslo, Hilde and Emily discuss America's youngest generations - X,Y, and Z - and how they're shaping US society and politics. We're talking avocado toast, "snowflakes", safe spaces, and more! Plus, a special discussion with American exchange students in Norway, and how young people might affect the 2018 midterm elections. This live …
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