Contributor(s): Chris Gilson, Denise Baron, Eric Kaufmann, Brian Klaas | While populism isn’t a new phenomenon in the United States, it has produced a new political spectrum in American politics and elections. In this episode, we explore why populism is so influential in US politics right now, what impact it is having on the political landscape, and where the government or politicians should go from here.
Contributor(s): Denise Baron, Sophie Donszelmann, and Chris Gilson | The Ballpark is back for Season 2! We're still going beyond the headlines and bringing you the facts, figures, quotes, and context that you need to form a more informed view on the United States. But this season, we're bring you even more analysis, research, and insight. Look out for an episode at the end of every month, starting on the 31st of March.
Contributor(s): Mick Cox, Marcia Balisciano, Gavin Baird, Peter Trubowitz | The LSE and United States have a long, intertwined history, and in this episode, we dive into the special relationship between Americans, London, and the LSE.
Contributor(s): Mick Cox | This podcast, we dive into the history of Americans at LSE. As we'll hear from Professor Mick Cox, the LSE has helped shape the United States, and Americans have helped define the LSE since its foundation in 1895.
Contributor(s): Peter Trubowitz, Sophie Donszelmann, Denise Baron | LSE US Centre Director, Peter Trubowitz, breaks down the electoral map and gives us a preview of what to expect in the final hours of the 2016 US Election. Sophie and Denise joined him to discuss the most recent polls, the status of swing states, and the key voting constituencies to watch on Election Night.
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Contributor(s): Joe Uscinski | Donald Trump has brought conspiracy theories into the mainstream political debate. We spoke with political scientist Joe Uscinski, author of American Conspiracy Theories, about what impact this has had on American politics and elections.
Contributor(s): Nicola Lacey and Michal McQuarrie | This episode takes us beyond the headlines to investigate what societal structures makes America's criminal justice system so different from those of other countries, and we take a look at what role the Black Lives Matter movement plays in this contemporary debate.
Contributor(s): Jeffrey Tulis | In this instalment of Extra Innings, we bring you behind the scenes of the US Centre and present a full lecture from University of Texas Austin Professor Jeffrey Tulis. Jeffrey examined Obama's presidency and asked whether or not Barack Obama has been a transformative president. This event was held in collaboration with the Dahrendorf Forum.
Contributor(s): Sara Hagemann, Tim Oliver, and Tony Travers | It's clear that the UK has voted to leave the EU, but there are still many questions surrounding Brexit. We want to provide some answers for our listeners on the other side of the pond to all of the questions Americans have about Brexit but were afraid to ask. We’ve gathered some of the LSE’s top experts on the EU, the UK, and Brexit to hear about what’s going on here, the repercussions for the rest of the world, and what the US can l...
Contributor(s): Waltraud Schelkle, Sierra Smucker, Chris Parkes, Chris Gilson, Denise Baron | This episode, we dive into one of the oldest and longest lasting debates in American history: federalism vs. states' rights. Even though it's centuries old, this issue keeps popping up, and we walk you through the implications of this debate.
Contributor(s): Chris Gilson, Sierra Smucker, Sasha Milonova, Denise Baron | Following the recent horrific shooting in Orlando, Florida, we gathered three Americans to discuss their research and direct experience with the politics of gun violence. We contextualise the recent news with a statistical and research frame and then took a specific look at the gun safety policy and political fights that took place in Colorado in 2013.
Contributor(s): Jonathan Rodden and Margaret Weir | Does where we reside influence how we vote or even how much it costs to live ? Or is it the other way around? This episode, we take a look at the role geography plays in politics, inequality, and more.
Contributor(s): Daniel Laurison, Larry Jacobs, Jamie Weinstein, Lauren Maffeo | This episode, we take a look at what political polling can tell us about democratic participation, public policy, and political priorities.
Contributor(s): Jeff Frieden, Professor of Government at Harvard University Chris Gilson, host | We featured Jeff Frieden in our episode on the Almighty Dollar, but our interview with him covered so much more. So we decided to share the full interview on the past, present, and future of monetary policy.
Contributor(s): Jeff Frieden, Gianluca Benigno, Chris Parkes | This episode we take a look at the almighty dollar and decipher US monetary policy, central banking, and exchange rates.
Contributor(s): Derek Valles, Chris Gilson, Denise Baron | You might be wondering, "Why is this podcast called 'The Ballpark'?" We invited another baseball fan and political economist, Derek Valles, to chat about the overlaps and intersections of baseball and politics.
Contributor(s): Nick Kitchen, Xenia Wickett, Lloyd Gruber, Denise Baron, Sophie Donszelmann, and Chris Gilson | In this episode, we take a look at contemporary theories around American power and the factors that influence US foreign policy.
Contributor(s): Erich McElroy, Josie Long, Robyn Perkins, Ola | In this Ballpark Extra Innings segment co-hosts Denise Baron and Chris Gilson head down to Erich McElroy’s Imperfect Guide to the US Presidential Debates show, and hear some comedy and commentary on the Republican presidential debate, and the US election.
Contributor(s): Mona Morgan-Collins, James Snyder, Denise Baron, Sophie Donszelmann and Chris Gilson | In this episode, we dive into the current state of American politics, but instead of giving you a "hot take," we present you with a historical perspective from 1920 and a political theory on polarisation.
Contributor(s): Jeff Clemens, Michael Amior, Denise Baron, Sophie Donszelmann, Chris Gilson | In our first episode, we take a look at the US’ economic recovery and how its benefits might not have been felt by everyone equally.
Contributor(s): Denise Baron, Sophie Donszelmann, Chris Gilson | Welcome to The Ballpark, a regular podcast on politics, policy, and research from the LSE's US Centre. Each episode, the Ballpark team will take a closer look at American politics, economics, policy and news. We’ll feature and dissect the research of academics from the LSE and around the world. This is your chance to go beyond the headlines and get the facts, figures, quotes, and context to form a more informed view on the United S...
