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Unpicking extremism and counter extremism - one conversation at a time. This new Counter Extremism Project podcast series is presented by Ian Acheson - professor, author, former prison governor, criminal justice system leader, and counterterrorism expert - and Edmund Fitton-Brown - former UK ambassador to Yemen and coordinator of UN sanctions and threat assessment.

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Ian and Edmund discuss CEP’s ARCHER project and recent concert in Washington D.C. featuring music composed during the Holocaust; their concerns about the situation in Syria and ISIS detainees; U.K security issues and the Cyber Security Bill; and opti... more

In the first episode of Season 6, Edmund and Ian discuss Hamas financial networks; the shocking fallout from the UK West Midlands Police ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans; the crackdown on the Iranian protests and proscribing the IRGC; and how legacy legi... more

In an end-of-year special Ian Acheson and Edmund Fitton-Brown unpack four major security and extremism issues: the Operation Kenova findings on the IRA agent “Stakeknife” and what they reveal about Northern Ireland’s dirty war; the renewed U.S. effor... more

In this episode Edmund and Ian assess new UK police advice on revealing the ethnicity of suspects to quell community tensions; the impact of calls for the recognition of a Palestinian state; Palestine Action as a terrorist organzation; and Mexican dr... more

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Edmund Fitton-Brown
Co-host and former UK diplomat, including roles as UK ambassador to Yemen and coordinator of UN sanctions and threat assessment.
Ian Acheson
Co-host and expert on counterextremism, professor, author, and former prison governor.

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S4 E5: Oklahoma City bombing anniversary; the murder of Ronan Kerr; antisemitism in Australia; and music and anti-extremism.
Q: What role does music play in protests and counter-extremism?
Music has historically been a powerful medium for protest, but there is a noticeable lack of songs that directly address terrorism and extremism, especially in contemporary contexts.
S4 E5: Oklahoma City bombing anniversary; the murder of Ronan Kerr; antisemitism in Australia; and music and anti-extremism.
Q: What insights can you provide about antisemitism in Australia?
Antisemitism has been a significant issue in Australia, with recent attacks on Jewish targets and controversies surrounding the actions of public professionals that have raised concerns within the community.
S4 E5: Oklahoma City bombing anniversary; the murder of Ronan Kerr; antisemitism in Australia; and music and anti-extremism.
Q: What can you tell us about the murder of Ronan Kerr and its significance?
Ronan Kerr was a young police officer who was murdered by an IED car bomb in Northern Ireland. His murder highlights ongoing sectarian violence and the challenges of policing in a divided society.

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The discussions center around contemporary issues related to extremism, counter-terrorism, and international relations, with a focus on the nuanced intersections of politics and community safety. Episodes often reflect on historical events that have shaped current dynamics, such as the impacts of significant terrorist attacks or geopolitical crises. The conversations primarily engage with topics like police governance, immigration policies, terrorism in various regions, and the ideological motivations behind extremism, making it a resource for those interested in understanding the complexities of security in modern society. Additionally, the hosts bring in their expertise from politics and criminal justice, adding layers of insight into pol... more

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