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Why nerd politics is here to stay
From the Occupy Movement to internet freedom legislation in Brazil, ‘technopolitical nerds’ are making their mark worldwide
Published 24 October 2018
Episode 40
Politics in the digital age is increasingly shaped by tech-savvy activists; the Edward Snowdens and Julian Assanges of the world.
But it’s when these ‘nerds’ join with others, that true change happens - like Spain’s Indignados movement becoming a force in the country’s mainstream political system.
Dr John Postill discusses his new book The Rise of Nerd Politics in this new episode of Eavesdrop on Experts.
Episode recorded: September 4, 2018.
Interviewer: Steve Grimwade.
Producer and editor: Chris Hatzis.
Co-production: Dr Andi Horvath and Silvi Vann-Wall.
Banner image: Getty Images
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