We all remember the summer of 2020 when, in the wake of the murder of George Floyd, statues were brought down in the UK and the US. But is this the right way to ensure we continue to live in a liberal democracy? Should we think about what unites us, rather than divides us? I am joined by Peter Hughes, author of A History of Love & Hate in 21 Statues.

You can get in touch on the Twitter @olliewcq @aspectshistory Email [email protected] or head to our website.

You can buy his book here: https://amzn.to/3ry5tlX

In the show we talked about:

David Olusoga's Black & British

The documentary made by Olusoga's production company, and presented by Marvin Rees, Mayor of Bristol, Statue Wars

Thornton Wilder's novel, The Bridge of San Luis Rey

Andrew Gold's Podcast, which certainly has influenced me, is: On the Edge

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