10.24.2018 - By University of Melbourne
Politics in the digital age is increasingly being shaped by tech-savvy activists; the Edward Snowdens and Julian Assanges of the world. But it’s when these ‘nerds’ join with others that true change happens - like Spain’s Indignados movement becoming a force in the country’s mainstream political system. Dr John Postill discusses his new book The Rise of Nerd Politics in this new episode of Eavesdrop on Experts.
Episode recorded: September 4, 2018.
Interviewer: Steve Grimwade.
Producer and editor: Chris Hatzis.
Co-production: Dr Andi Horvath and Silvi Vann-Wall.
Banner image: Getty Images.