Air date: 11/19/25

About Eleanor

In this conversation, I sat down with UK-based writer and political commentator Eleanor Anstruther to explore the forces shaping politics on both sides of the Atlantic. She brings a sharp, historically grounded perspective to questions of power, culture, and democratic stability.

Billionaire Influence

We dug into the expanding role of billionaire networks—especially Peter Thiel’s political and technological footprint—and how elite funding structures quietly shape public life. Eleanor unpacked the strategic motives behind these networks and why they matter right now.

Tech & Democracy

Together we connected the dots between tech-sector influence, global political realignments, and the rise of creator-led media. We talked about how concentrated power in technology is reshaping narratives, public discourse, and the future of democratic institutions.

US–UK Parallels

From culture wars to economic pressure points, we traced the similarities between U.S. and U.K. politics, and what they reveal about broader shifts in governance and political identity.

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