This episode explores immigration. We discuss the path to where we are today in both the US and UK and also discuss the current political reality around this important topic. 

John's recommendation: https://strictscrutinypodcast.com/

Gabe's recommendation: The Amazon union drive push in Bessemer Alabama. 

PS: Our apologies for the delay on getting this episode out! We will try to keep a more consistent schedule going forward.

In this episode we begin by reflecting on the events at the US Capitol on January 6th and the outcomes of the Georgia Senate Runoff elections. We then reflect on the role religion plays in both of those topics and then explore the role of religion in politics in both the US and UK.

Gabe's recommendation: The Queen's Gambit, Netflix

John's recommendation: Ministry for the Future, Kim Stanley Robinson

In this month's episode we explore how the US and UK have managed the Coronavirus pandemic. We dig into the measures each country has put in place, the impact on political leaders, and potential longer term effects on the political landscape. Please note that this episode was recorded before London and parts of the southeast of England were placed in Tier 4 restrictions amid the discovery of a new, more transmissible version of the virus. 

John's recommendation: Chartbook - https://adamtooze.substack.com/

Gabe's recommendation: Maradona coverage; Guardian Football Weekly Tribute, Jacobin Podcast, Asif Kapadia’s documentary Diego Maradona