#political-history
2 episodes
#568: The Birth of the Border: How Countries Were Invented
How did we go from sprawling empires to rigid borders? Explore the history of the modern country, from Westphalia to the French Revolution.
#148: The Accountability Gap: Why Your Vote Doesn't Have a Face
Why can’t you call your representative about a pothole? Explore the history and trade-offs of Israel’s unique national voting system.