Professor Randall Hansen, author of War, Work, and Want (OUP, 2023), explores the 2024 UK riots through a historical lens—from Notting Hill 1958 to National Front marches. This episode explores the roots of anti-immigrant sentiments and discusses whether Britain has a unique approach to immigration. Using examples from the past, they also delve into the question of racism—whether it is a cause of these conflicts or a symptom of deeper issues.Get the enhanced episode transcript here 👉🏻 https://www.emmanuel-comte.eu/product/enhanced-transcript-19/Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xzIFLIfOQGc00:00 Introduction01:46 Commonwealth Migration to the UK and Hansen’s Journey into Migration Research15:18 Anti-Immigration Riots in the UK32:19 Explanatory Factors1:04:09 Conclusion