Index on Censorship's What the Fuck!? podcast: Dr Emese Pasztor

Index on Censorship's What the Fuck!? podcast: Dr Emese Pasztor

Author: Index on Censorship December 8, 2020 Duration: 9:14

In this episode, Index's associate editor Mark Frary talks to Dr Emese Pásztor, director of the Political Freedoms Project at the Hungarian Civil Liberties Union.

Pásztor talks about the Hungarian government's ban on the freedom of assembly, making it against the law to make political protests. The ban comes as Viktor Orban's majority government is trying to make changes to the country's constitution which requires families to bring up their children "in a Christian spirit" and which only protects an individual's rights to self-determination if they live their lives as their biological sex dictates.


There's a constant, global conversation happening about who gets to speak and what stories are allowed to be told. Index on Censorship magazine podcasts brings you directly into that dialogue, moving beyond headlines to examine the real-world battles for free expression. Each episode draws from the deep well of experience and reporting that has defined the Index on Censorship organization for decades. You'll hear from journalists facing threats for their work, artists navigating creative suppression, and activists challenging silence in all its forms. This isn't just theoretical discussion; it's grounded in the urgent, often personal struggles shaping our media and culture. The podcast offers nuanced commentary that connects the dots between news events, artistic movements, and the fundamental right to share ideas. Expect thoughtful interviews, on-the-ground reports, and analysis that refuses to oversimplify complex issues. By tuning in, you gain a clearer understanding of the forces that seek to limit speech and the resilient individuals pushing back. It’s essential listening for anyone who cares about the unfiltered stories that define our world.
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