In this episode of Heterodox Out Loud (https://heterodoxacademy.org/heterodoxoutloud/), we explore the history of free speech, how the understanding of it has changed, and the volatile swings in public opinion about this core value. Our guest is Jacob Mchangama, a Danish lawyer, human-rights advocate, and social commentator. He is the founder and director of Justitia, a Copenhagen-based think tank focusing on human rights, freedom of speech, and the rule of law. He’s also the author of the acclaimed new book, “Free Speech: A History from Socrates to Social Media (https://www.amazon.com/Free-Speech-History-Socrates-Social/dp/1541600495).” Blog post: Free Speech: A History from Socrates to Social Media (https://heterodoxacademy.org/blog/free-speech-a-history-from-socrates-to-social-media/)Let us know what you think! For comments and questions email
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[email protected]).This episode was hosted by Zach Rausch, and produced by Davies Content.Heterodox Out Loud is an ongoing series of selected pieces from heterodox: the blog in audio form with exclusive interviews.