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BSC Hate Crime Network PodcastAuthor: BSC Hate Crime Network
The BSC Hate Crime Network podcast series are intended to facilitate the exchange of ideas and work amongst hate crime academics, stakeholders, policy makers, criminal justice practitioners and the wider general public. Language: en-gb Genres: True Crime Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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A conversation with Ashton Kingdon
Sunday, 12 April, 2026
We’ve all seen memes scrolling through our feeds, but have you ever stopped to consider them as a weapon?Joining hosts Simone Taghavi and Dr. Rachel Keighley on the BSC Hate Crime Network podcast is Dr. Ashton Kingdon, a leading expert who has uncovered how white supremacy moved from the fringes of history into the digital mainstream. Her research shows that extremist groups are no longer just typing out manifestos; they are weaponizing our visual culture by blending modern digital tools with ancient folklore.In this episode, we discuss the mechanics of digital radicalization and the vital steps needed to protect our online spaces. Dr. Kingdon’s insights provide a sobering look at how hate is being rebranded for the digital age .
