Kicking off the second half of season three where we will look beyond the ranks of Europe's Futures' fellows to bring you conversations from thought leaders and key thinkers across the academic and policy spectrum, this new episode of the Vienna Coffee House Conversations with Ivan Vejvoda features a conversation with distinguished professor Ruth Wodak. Ruth shares her expertise on the recurring evils of history, particularly emphasizing contemporary antisemitism and its roots. Her personal story, interwoven with academic observations, provides a poignant backdrop and urgency to the conversation about the resurgence of right-wing politics in Europe. Synopsis: Personal Historical Account: Ruth Wodak shares her family's experiences in Vienna during the rise of Nazism, focusing on the events surrounding Kristallnacht in 1938 and the broader implications for her family. Discussion on Antisemitism and Populism: They explore the themes of Wodak's recent publication about everyday antisemitism, linking historical events to the resurgence of nationalism and populism in contemporary Europe. Impact of Current Events: The conversation touches on how recent global crises, like the COVID-19 pandemic, have influenced political dynamics, particularly boosting far-right movements. Media's Role: They discuss the crucial role of the media in shaping public perception and the necessity of media literacy to combat misinformation. Solutions and Proactive Measures: The episode concludes with a discussion on measures to combat populism and strengthen democratic values, emphasizing the importance of public engagement in political processes and the responsibility of the media. Conclusion: Ivan Vejvoda wraps up by summarizing the discussion's implications for democracy and the ongoing struggle against the forces of nationalism and populism.
Kicking off the second half of season three where we will look beyond the ranks of Europe's Futures' fellows to bring you conversations from thought leaders and key thinkers across the academic and policy spectrum, this new episode of the Vienna Coffee House Conversations with Ivan Vejvoda features a conversation with distinguished professor Ruth Wodak. Ruth shares her expertise on the recurring evils of history, particularly emphasizing contemporary antisemitism and its roots. Her personal story, interwoven with academic observations, provides a poignant backdrop and urgency to the conversation about the resurgence of right-wing politics in Europe.
Ruth Wodak is a distinguished linguist and Emerita Distinguished Professor of Discourse Studies at Lancaster University, as well as a retired Professor of Applied Linguistics at the University of Vienna. Renowned for her research in critical discourse studies, Wodak's work delves into topics such as language in politics, identity politics, gender studies, and the discourse of racism and anti-Semitism. Over her career, she has been recognized with numerous awards including the Wittgenstein Prize for Elite Researchers in 1996 and the Grand Decoration of Honour in Silver for Services to the Republic of Austria in 2011. Wodak has held several prestigious visiting professorships globally and has authored and co-authored numerous influential books and articles, with her research being translated into many languages.
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