• The Age of Discontent: Populism and Democracy Explained

  • Jul 29 2024
  • Length: 10 mins
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The Age of Discontent: Populism and Democracy Explained

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  • Dive deep into the intricate connections between the rise of populism and the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis in our latest analysis!

    Uncover how economic grievances transformed into cultural anxieties, sparking populist movements across the US, UK, Spain, Brazil, and Chile through the lens of Affective Political Economy (APE) and Political Psychology.

    Learn how the crisis, ignited by the US housing bubble, led to unemployment spikes and austerity measures, evolving economic unease into a broader societal malaise. Explore how these anxieties paved the way for populist leaders to thrive, from Trump’s appeal in the US to Brexit’s emotional resonance and Brazil’s political upheaval. This podcast breaks down key case studies, providing a comprehensive understanding of how populist leaders capitalize on these fears and uncertainties through the lens of Political Psychology.


    Don't miss out on this insightful analysis!

    #Populism #FinancialCrisis2008 #EconomicImpact #PoliticalEconomy #PoliticalPsychology #GlobalPolitics #Brexit #Trump #Bolsonaro #Podemos #ChileProtests #Austerity #SocialJustice #Democracy

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