From your weather app's borders to the "ancient traditions" invented last century, nationalism shapes our world in ways so subtle we rarely notice them. Join us for an eye-opening exploration of how modern nations make their power invisible (yup, not looking at people waving flags at sports events...) — and learn practical ways to spot these patterns in your daily life.

In this episode, we unpack:

• The shocking youth of nationalism (hint: it's younger than photography)
• How your routines reinforce national boundaries
• Why museums turn ancient artefacts into "national treasures"
• The dark connection between everyday nationalism and fascism
• Practical tools to spot nationalist framing in daily life
• How to appreciate culture without nationalist baggage

Perfect for critical thinkers, activists, and anyone interested in understanding how invisible structures shape our world—and what to do about it.

Key Resources:

• "Imagined Communities" by Benedict Anderson
• "Banal Nationalism" by Michael Billig

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