Ceasefire

Emily and Hilde discuss the latest Brexit developments, and how they might relate to American politics, introduce the study of "fieldology" (i.e. the study of the Democratic field of presidential contenders), and end with a bumpy announcement!

Emily and Hilde discuss the latest Brexit developments, and how they might relate to American politics, introduce the study of "fieldology" (i.e. the study of the Democratic field of presidential contenders), and end with a bumpy announcement!

What kind of powers can Nancy Pelosi wield against Donald Trump? Is there hope for American conservatism after Trump? Hilde and Emily get into their most predictive mode and set the stage for 2019.

What kind of powers can Nancy Pelosi wield against Donald Trump? Is there hope for American conservatism after Trump? Hilde and Emily get into their most predictive mode and set the stage for 2019.

The United States and Saudi Arabia are very close allies. But why? Is it about oil, terrorism, Iran, or what? What do the two countries see in each other? Hilde talks to Thomas Hegghammer, a renowned expert on Saudi politics and Islamist extremism. Come for the world-class expertise, stay for Thomas' favorite color and his take on why it is slain journalist Jamal Khashoggi could not have foreseen what was about to happen to him.

The United States and Saudi Arabia are very close allies. But why? Is it about oil, terrorism, Iran, or what? What do the two countries see in each other? Hilde talks to Thomas Hegghammer, a renowned expert on Saudi politics and Islamist extremism. Come for the world-class expertise, stay for Thomas' favorite color and his take on why it is slain journalist Jamal Khashoggi could not have foreseen what was about to happen to him.

In this special holiday minisode, Hilde and Emily discuss what they're thankful for on the American political scene right now, despite the contentious times we're living in, and reminisce about a few of their favorite Thanksgiving foods... There's pecan pie, blue waves, green bean casserole, checks and balances, and more, plus a special appearance by Hilde's mom's dog! Happy Thanksgiving!

In this special holiday minisode, Hilde and Emily discuss what they're thankful for on the American political scene right now, despite the contentious times we're living in, and reminisce about a few of their favorite Thanksgiving foods... There's pecan pie, blue waves, green bean casserole, checks and balances, and more, plus a special appearance by Hilde's mom's dog! Happy Thanksgiving!

Can voter suppression affect the midterm elections? Hilde & Emily explain the voter fraud vs. voter suppression controversy in the United States, and discuss the ridiculous situation happening in Georgia. Predictably, Hilde ends up quoting The Notorious RBG and gets all fired up.

Can voter suppression affect the midterm elections? Hilde & Emily explain the voter fraud vs. voter suppression controversy in the United States, and discuss the ridiculous situation happening in Georgia. Predictably, Hilde ends up quoting The Notorious RBG and gets all fired up.

Is the GOP racist? According to ex-GOP'er Max Boot - yes. His mea culpa leads Emily and Hilde to discuss what political scientists and historians have said about the infamous "Southern Strategy" and whether this is still relevant. Can the Republican party today can be salvaged from its white nationalism? Hilde and Emily, uhm, disagree.

Is the GOP racist? According to ex-GOP'er Max Boot - yes. His mea culpa leads Emily and Hilde to discuss what political scientists and historians have said about the infamous "Southern Strategy" and whether this is still relevant. Can the Republican party today can be salvaged from its white nationalism? Hilde and Emily, uhm, disagree.

Recorded live in Oslo, Hilde and Emily discuss America's youngest generations - X,Y, and Z - and how they're shaping US society and politics. We're talking avocado toast, "snowflakes", safe spaces, and more! Plus, a special discussion with American exchange students in Norway, and how young people might affect the 2018 midterm elections. This live event was part of the national research day in Norway, sponsored by the Norwegian Research Council.

Recorded live in Oslo, Hilde and Emily discuss America's youngest generations - X,Y, and Z - and how they're shaping US society and politics. We're talking avocado toast, "snowflakes", safe spaces, and more! Plus, a special discussion with American exchange students in Norway, and how young people might affect the 2018 midterm elections. This live event was part of the national research day in Norway, sponsored by the Norwegian Research Council.

Hilde and Emily discuss THAT New York Times op-ed, and find themselves agreeing with President Trump (!!). Plus, Emily lures Hilde over to the conservative side of the Supreme Court hearings... You don't want to miss this special Op-Episode!

Hilde and Emily discuss THAT New York Times op-ed, and find themselves agreeing with President Trump (!!). Plus, Emily lures Hilde over to the conservative side of the Supreme Court hearings... You don't want to miss this special Op-Episode!

Hilde and Emily discuss gerrymandering in the United States - the history, the impact, the word itself! Tune in for a primer on this big issue in current US politics...

Hilde and Emily discuss gerrymandering in the United States - the history, the impact, the word itself! Tune in for a primer on this big issue in current US politics...

In this episode of Ceasefire, Hilde and Emily take a look at the world of former presidents, and consider why Barack Obama’s recent endorsement of midterm Democratic congressional candidates is a pretty unusual move. Plus, our long-promised FULL discussion of identity politics is here, as we try to wrap our head around demographic changes, power dynamics, and the future of American politics...

In this episode of Ceasefire, Hilde and Emily take a look at the world of former presidents, and consider why Barack Obama’s recent endorsement of midterm Democratic congressional candidates is a pretty unusual move. Plus, our long-promised FULL discussion of identity politics is here, as we try to wrap our head around demographic changes, power dynamics, and the future of American politics...

Trump's Eurotrip is leaving devastation and chaos in its wake - but hey, at least he got to have tea with the Queen. Hilde and Emily take stock of why Trump is trying to weaken to West, how to follow royal etiquette, and discuss the latest revelations in #Russiagate.

Trump's Eurotrip is leaving devastation and chaos in its wake - but hey, at least he got to have tea with the Queen. Hilde and Emily take stock of why Trump is trying to weaken to West, how to follow royal etiquette, and discuss the latest revelations in #Russiagate.

In this Independence Day episode, Emily and Hilde cover everything you need to know about the state of the American republic: why is the Supreme Court so important? Why is everyone so mean to each other? Were the Founding Fathers like this? And will England win the World Cup? Don't miss this episode, or you'll miss out on Emily trying to pronounce 'Obergefell'! It's epic.

In this Independence Day episode, Emily and Hilde cover everything you need to know about the state of the American republic: why is the Supreme Court so important? Why is everyone so mean to each other? Were the Founding Fathers like this? And will England win the World Cup? Don't miss this episode, or you'll miss out on Emily trying to pronounce 'Obergefell'! It's epic.

Everybody talks about polarization, but what is it? Hilde and Emily explain the history of political polarization, and discuss the latest, hottest political science concept: affective, or social, polarization. Don't miss this if you want to understand what's really going on in American politics! Also: in our view from Europe, Emily explains how her family history is intimately connected to Russian football (that's soccer for you Americans).

Everybody talks about polarization, but what is it? Hilde and Emily explain the history of political polarization, and discuss the latest, hottest political science concept: affective, or social, polarization. Don't miss this if you want to understand what's really going on in American politics! Also: in our view from Europe, Emily explains how her family history is intimately connected to Russian football (that's soccer for you Americans).

Special Royal Wedding episode! Emily and Hilde discuss the political implications of the British Royal family bringing an American divorcée into the fold, and did we mention that Trump's not invited? PLUS - a brief history of Americans and royalty! And fascinators galore!

Special Royal Wedding episode! Emily and Hilde discuss the political implications of the British Royal family bringing an American divorcée into the fold, and did we mention that Trump's not invited? PLUS - a brief history of Americans and royalty! And fascinators galore!

Yet again, Trump puts "America First" and withdraws from (err, violates) the Iran nuclear treaty. But where does this slogan come from and what does it really mean? And what kind of "America" is it that they are supposedly putting first? Hilde and Emily break down the concept, its history, and reveal why it's all Pat Buchanan's fault.

Yet again, Trump puts "America First" and withdraws from (err, violates) the Iran nuclear treaty. But where does this slogan come from and what does it really mean? And what kind of "America" is it that they are supposedly putting first? Hilde and Emily break down the concept, its history, and reveal why it's all Pat Buchanan's fault.

This week, your Ceasefire hosts bask in their native climes and take on two hot-button topics in American politics: war powers and identity politics. First up, after the recent US strikes in Syria, we dig into debates over presidential power in matters of war and peace, and ask why Congress doesn’t take a more active role. And on the domestic front, we consider why “identity politics” has become such a buzzword since the 2016 election. Is it really anything new? And how is it shaping American politics? Plus, Emily goes to Slovenia and comes back without ANY Melania swag! What does this say about attitudes to the First Lady in Slovenia and the wider world – or, perhaps more accurately, attitudes toward her husband? This and more pressing issues, all on the latest episode of Ceasefire…

This week, your Ceasefire hosts bask in their native climes and take on two hot-button topics in American politics: war powers and identity politics. First up, after the recent US strikes in Syria, we dig into debates over presidential power in matters of war and peace, and ask why Congress doesn’t take a more active role. And on the domestic front, we consider why “identity politics” has become such a buzzword since the 2016 election. Is it really anything new? And how is it shaping American politics? Plus, Emily goes to Slovenia and comes back without ANY Melania swag! What does this say about attitudes to the First Lady in Slovenia and the wider world – or, perhaps more accurately, attitudes toward her husband? This and more pressing issues, all on the latest episode of Ceasefire…

Emily and Hilde are in the same place! Attending an awards BANQUET in London (where they got a prize for public engagement!), they take advantage of being together to fast-forward in time, and discuss the 2020 presidential election. Will Trump face a Republican primary challenge? How have primaries shaped American politics? And should the Democrats pick Oprah after all? All this and more in our on-location episode!

Emily and Hilde are in the same place! Attending an awards BANQUET in London (where they got a prize for public engagement!), they take advantage of being together to fast-forward in time, and discuss the 2020 presidential election. Will Trump face a Republican primary challenge? How have primaries shaped American politics? And should the Democrats pick Oprah after all? All this and more in our on-location episode!

In this minisode, Hilde and Emily ask whether Trump’s appointment of John Bolton as National Security Advisor goes against the “America First” foreign policy he campaigned on – is he bringing “neoconservatism” back to the forefront? Plus, Emily anxiously awaits her invitation to the British-American event of the year: the Royal Wedding…

In this minisode, Hilde and Emily ask whether Trump’s appointment of John Bolton as National Security Advisor goes against the “America First” foreign policy he campaigned on – is he bringing “neoconservatism” back to the forefront? Plus, Emily anxiously awaits her invitation to the British-American event of the year: the Royal Wedding…

In this episode, Hilde and Emily discuss Donald and Melania Trump. But we're talking about politics, not their marriage! So first up, with trade wars in the air, we ask: is Donald Trump just an old-fashioned Republican? And in the View from Europe, we look at the role of the US First Lady over time - talking symbolism, substance, and women's leadership on both sides of the pond.

In this episode, Hilde and Emily discuss Donald and Melania Trump. But we're talking about politics, not their marriage! So first up, with trade wars in the air, we ask: is Donald Trump just an old-fashioned Republican? And in the View from Europe, we look at the role of the US First Lady over time - talking symbolism, substance, and women's leadership on both sides of the pond.

On this episode, Hilde and Emily talk Winter Olympics and presidential Olympics - exploring the politics of presidential rankings. And in the wake of another tragic school shooting, they consider why gun control measures are so controversial in the United States.

On this episode, Hilde and Emily talk Winter Olympics and presidential Olympics - exploring the politics of presidential rankings. And in the wake of another tragic school shooting, they consider why gun control measures are so controversial in the United States.

Emily and Hilde attempt a public service: Can they explain the Russiagate scandal in one go? Follow them, and people with difficult-to-prounce-names (we're looking at you Guccifer 2.0), down the rabbit hole of spycraft and democratic collapse.

Emily and Hilde attempt a public service: Can they explain the Russiagate scandal in one go? Follow them, and people with difficult-to-prounce-names (we're looking at you Guccifer 2.0), down the rabbit hole of spycraft and democratic collapse.

In an extra from last week’s episode, we discuss the opposition response to the #SOTU, identity politics, and America’s love of political dynasties – with a big shout-out to @ConnorMEwing and Charles Zug and their great @monkeycageblog article!

Emily drags Hilde out of her sickbed to tease next week's episode, which will explain what, exactly, Russiagate is. Emily informs us that "collude" is not the correct term, and Hilde asks Putin for a favor.

In an extra from last week’s episode, we discuss the opposition response to the #SOTU, identity politics, and America’s love of political dynasties – with a big shout-out to @ConnorMEwing and Charles Zug and their great @monkeycageblog article!

Emily drags Hilde out of her sickbed to tease next week's episode, which will explain what, exactly, Russiagate is. Emily informs us that "collude" is not the correct term, and Hilde asks Putin for a favor.

Hilde & Emily discuss States of the Union through history which were, for most of this time, actually not speeches at all! We also look at how Trump's SOTU speech was received in Europe, and dig down into Trump's rhetoric (did you notice one of his lines should belong in a 1980s soft rock song?).

Hilde & Emily discuss States of the Union through history which were, for most of this time, actually not speeches at all! We also look at how Trump's SOTU speech was received in Europe, and dig down into Trump's rhetoric (did you notice one of his lines should belong in a 1980s soft rock song?).

Your friendly academic hosts Hilde & Emily ask: is Trump's first year the worst first year in history? Emily says no, and gives the conservative perspective on the victorious tax reform bill. Hilde is not so sure. We also look at how the government shutdown looked from the European side of the pond, and preview State of the Union bingo.

Your friendly academic hosts Hilde & Emily ask: is Trump's first year the worst first year in history? Emily says no, and gives the conservative perspective on the victorious tax reform bill. Hilde is not so sure. We also look at how the government shutdown looked from the European side of the pond, and preview State of the Union bingo.

Your European hosts Emily and Hilde use their political science background (and their many years having lived in the United States) to analyze American politics. Expect tea, laughter, and lots of nerdy politics talk!