Peter York's Culture Wars House Party
Peter York's Culture Wars House Party
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“PETER YORK’S CULTURE WARS HOUSE PARTY” podcast is all about Peter’s cultural preoccupations which range from how political Culture Wars are waged, to the reputational currency of clever celebrities, to the best sources of suede loafers in St James’s. He’ll be hosting people he admires and people he wants to argue with and people who like to natter about the correct placement of buttons.Peter York is the author of “Dead Cat – Culture Wars and how not to lose them.” However, his influence extends back to the 1970s, where he pioneered the role of ‘style editor’ at Harpers and Queen magazine, alongside co-author Ann Barr. Together, they penned the era-defining sensation, “The Official Sloane Ranger’s Handbook,” which became the bestselling trade book of the 1980s.Throughout the decades, Peter has continued to leave his mark on the cultural landscape. He’s authored numerous books and presented several TV programs, including the nostalgic gem “Peter York’s Eighties” in the 1990s.More recently, Peter has shifted towards more serious subjects, tackling issues such as “The War Against the BBC,” co-authored with Professor Patrick Barwise, and the thought-provoking “Authenticity is a Con.”Join us as we explore the multifaceted world of Peter York and his enduring contributions to cultural discourse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The podcast explores a variety of cultural issues including the dynamics of culture wars, the power of celebrity influence, and social commentary on political issues. Episodes include discussions on QAnon with Gabriel Gatehouse, identity politics and risks of far-right governance with James O'Brien, and insights on the Trump presidency with Michael Wolff, all while maintaining a lighthearted tone.
“PETER YORK’S CULTURE WARS HOUSE PARTY” podcast is all about Peter’s cultural preoccupations which range from how political Culture Wars are waged, to the reputational currency of clever celebrities, to the best sources of suede loafers in St James’s. He’ll be hosting people he admires and people he wants to argue with and people who like to natter about the correct placement of buttons.
Peter York is the author of “Dead Cat – Culture Wars and how not to lose them.” However, his influence extends back to the 1970s, where he pioneered the role of ‘style editor’ at Harpers and Queen magazine, alongside co-author Ann Barr. Together, they penned the era-defining sensation, “The Official Sloane Ranger’s Handbook,” which became the bestselling trade book of the 1980s.
Throughout the decades, Peter has continued to leave his mark on the cultural landscape. He’s authored numerous books and presented several TV programs, including the nostalgic gem “Peter York’s Eighties” in the 1990s.
More recently, Peter has shifted towards more serious subjects, tackling issues such as “The War Against the BBC,” co-authored with Professor Patrick Barwise, and the thought-provoking “Authenticity is a Con.”
Join us as we explore the multifaceted world of Peter York and his enduring contributions to cultural discourse.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Joe Uscinski and Hugo Drochon started looking at conspiracies before they became de rigueur in 2016 and asked whether there are any links to democratic outcomes. Joe is a professor of political science at the University of Miami, and who says that conspiracy theories are ”often for losers” (but let him explain ….) Hugo is an associate professor of political theory at the University of Nottingham, and he once bought a ticket to a David Icke show in the name of research. Before Brexit, his Cambridge team was already polling Britain's appetite for conspiracy, and the results made uncomfortable reading.
We trace the Great Replacement theory from a French château to Charlottesville to Parliament Square, and ask why one idea fits so many countries. Who is supposedly being replaced, by whom, and why? Who believes it, and who has thought it through? We also ask whether anyone can be argued out of it, or whether these beliefs sit in ”a little black box” that facts never reach. And we reveal what 23% of respondents on both sides of the pond firmly believe in.
And I get some podcast advice to up my numbers – apparently David Icke can teach me a thing or two.
Please do check out my latest book, A Dead Cat On Your Table – available online and in all good book shops.
@peteryork.bsky.social
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