Brexit and the Democratic Intellect
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The debate surrounding Britain\\u2019s vote to leave the European Union exposed, among other things, a suspicion of \\u2018experts.\\u2019 How did intellectuals become alienated figures? And how might citizens and academics come together in order to better understand the attitudes and experiences of the other? English lecturer Simon Grimble reflects on why despite being in the position of an \'intellectual\' he failed to engage with the democratic process and discussion.
\\nThis podcast was recorded at a workshop organised by Durham University Department of English Studies, in 2017. For more information visit https://readdurhamenglish.wordpress.com/2017/05/16/brexit-and-the-democratic-intellect/
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