Episode 01: What makes a successful grassroots movement? Interview with Dr Luke Abbs

This first episode introduces one of the topics of this season, grassroots movements, and assesses the characteristics needed to form a successful movement.

#BlackLivesMatter, #MeToo and #JustStopOil are probably the best-known examples of grassroots movements today. But what makes these movements effective? And when are they not?

With us is Dr Luke Abbs, a research fellow at the University of Winchester’s Centre of Religion, Reconciliation and Peace. Using historical examples and outcomes of academic research, we try to find answers to many questions that can be posed on protest actions. Enjoy listening and let us know what you think