The New East Asian Studies Podcasts in the Age of AI

Imagined Nations: Nationalism, Empire, and the Modern World


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Explore the origins and evolution of nationalism with Imagined Nations, a podcast inspired by Benedict Anderson’s Imagined Communities and other key works on global modernity. Through discussions on print capitalism, colonialism, and the interplay between empires and international organizations, we uncover how maps, museums, and media shaped imagined national identities. Journey from the birth of national consciousness in South America to the international mandates of the League of Nations, unraveling the complex dynamics of sovereignty, self-determination, and empire. Perfect for history enthusiasts, political theorists, and anyone intrigued by how nations—and their stories—are made.


  • Nationalism podcast
  • History of nations
  • Political theory discussions
  • Colonial and post-colonial studies
  • Global modernity
  • Benedict Anderson Imagined Communities
  • Origins of nationalism
  • Print capitalism and national identity
  • Colonialism and League of Nations
  • Mandate system history
  • National consciousness formation
  • Empires in crisis
  • Sovereignty in the 20th century
  • Modern world order podcast
  • Maps and museums in nationalism
  • ...more
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    The New East Asian Studies Podcasts in the Age of AIBy Barton Qian