The Old Men, New Politics blog series delves into the rise of populist leaders across the world, examining how these figures—often older, established politicians—have adopted new political tactics in the digital age. The series explores the evolving dynamics of power, identity politics, and the shifting values within democracies, offering critical analysis of both left- and right-wing populism. Both series aim to make academic insights relatable and relevant to today’s political landscape.

The Data Bytes are analyses of various sources of information presented as easily digestible visualizations, accompanied by a brief explanation of the phenomena analyzed. It offers bite-sized insights drawn from quantitative analysis of global political trends, focusing on the impact of populism on politics, economies, and societies. Each post delivers clear, data-driven perspectives on key issues such as electoral shifts, governance challenges, and the aftermath of populist rule, accompanied by visualizations to make complex data accessible to a broad audience.