BSC Hate Crime Network Podcast

A conversation with Dr Amy Clarke and Professor Neil Chakraborti

How has the landscape of hate crime evolved, and how do we better protect those who are too often positioned as "easy to ignore"? In this episode, we explore Revisiting the Harms of Hate—a powerful follow-up film examining the hidden, cumulative impacts of hate crime. We sit down with the film's creators to unpack the ethical challenges of representing survivors’ experiences and discuss how institutions can move beyond reactive responses toward meaningful policy progress.We are joined by two leading experts from the Centre for Hate Studies: Dr. Amy Clarke (Deputy Director, Centre for Hate Studies) Professor Neil Chakraborti (Director, Centre for Hate Studies & Institute for Policy)Together, they reflect on what has changed since the original Harms of Hate film and discuss the development of a vital new Manifesto for Change. This is essential for listening for researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and anyone committed to challenging hate in all its forms. 🔗 Key Links  * Watch the 'Revisiting the Harms of Hate' film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XgmzJjvZX5g&t=20s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XgmzJjvZX5g&t=20s] * Read the Manifesto for Change: https://le.ac.uk/hate-studies/research/manifesto-for-change [https://le.ac.uk/hate-studies/research/manifesto-for-change] * Explore the Centre for Hate Studies: https://le.ac.uk/hate-studies [https://le.ac.uk/hate-studies]

A conversation with Ashton Kingdon

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 .

A conversation with Josep Tamarit Sumalla

In this episode, Dr Rachel Keighley and Simone Taghavi, are joined by Professor Josep María Tamarit, a leading authority in Criminal Law and Victimology from the Open University of Catalonia. Together, we explore the limitations of the traditional criminal justice system and the transformative potential of restorative justice in healing community harm. Professor Tamarit provides a deep dive into the evolving nature of victimisation in the digital age, examining the unique ecosystems of video game environments and the psychological impact of cyber-hate where physical presence is absent. A central part of our discussion focuses on the nuances of legal frameworks, comparing the UK’s debate on misogyny with Spain’s distinct gender-based violence legal model to understand how these labels change the support available to victims. We also address the critical systemic barriers and social stigmas that prevent marginalised groups, such as sex workers, from identifying as victims or reporting hate crimes to the authorities. By navigating the conflict between traditional social morals and the reality of sex work, Professor Tamarit highlights the policy changes necessary to dismantle these barriers and provide better protection for all victims of hate-motivated crimes.

A conversation with Lauren Steckles-Young

Are digital spaces designed to facilitate hate? In the latest episode of the British Society of Criminology Hate Crime Network Podcast, hosts Dr. Rachel Keighley and Simone Taghavi explore the dark side of digital body politics. They are joined by Dr. Lauren Steckles-Young (University of Sunderland) to discuss her groundbreaking digital ethnographic research into platforms like Reddit and Tattle Life.

A conversation with Dr. Abel González García

Join hosts Dr. Rachel Keighley and Simone Taghavi for a fascinating discussion on hate crime in Spain with an academic pioneer Dr. Abel González García. Dr. González, the highly-awarded Director of Criminology at UDIMA, has shaped the field in Spain for decades. Drawing on his experience developing offender treatment programs for Penitentiary Institutions and crafting crime prevention plans (including those addressing anti-social behavior in schools), Dr. González offers expert context and insight into the complexities of hate crime in Spain.