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Simon Potter

Professor of Modern History, University of Bristol
My research focuses on British imperial history and on media history, including the history of newspapers and the periodical press, radio broadcasting, and television. I seek to bring research in these different fields together, to reveal the connections between empire and the mass media during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

I am currently leading a Leverhulme Trust International Research Network 'Connecting the Wireless World: Writing Global Radio History' (running 2016-2019) bringing together a group of scholars from around the world to think about global perspectives on the history of international broadcasting. In parallel with this, I am working on early British initiatives in global radio broadcasting in the 1920s and 1930s. I'm interested in exploring transnational perspectives on British broadcasting, the impact of radio on global news flows, the history of listening and audience responses, and in piecing together the incomplete record of past programmes broadcast for international listeners.

I am also currently developing a project on the history of press freedom and regulation in Britain and the British empire.

My earlier research examined the role played by newspapers and news agencies in linking up the component parts of the ‘British world’ (Britain, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa) in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. More recently, I have written on the role of the BBC in building and strengthening imperial connections since 1922, and the BBC's response to the decline of the British world after the Second World War.

I have also published on the wider historiography of the British empire and the British world.

Why the BBC has a licence fee and what might happen if it were scrapped

Apr 08, 2024 06:13 am UTC| Insights & Views Business

The TV licence is as much part of British life as the BBC, which it helps to fund. But in an era of increased media choice much of it available online, through voluntary subscriptions or even for free BBC director...

Rupert Murdoch and the rise and fall of the press barons: how much power do newspapers still have?

Sep 23, 2023 00:49 am UTC| Insights & Views

Global media tycoon Rupert Murdoch has announced his retirement as chairman of Fox and News Corp, making way for his son Lachlan. He has been demonised as a puppet master who would pull the strings of politicians behind...

The BBC has a long history of failed attempts to rid it of political influence

Feb 06, 2023 09:08 am UTC| Politics

Most people probably dont know who the BBCs chairman is, or even that the BBC has a chairman. Yet this normally obscure figure has recently hit the headlines. Richard Sharp, BBC chairman since February 2021, is a former...

Economy

China’s Industrial Output Growth Hits Five-Month Low, Raising Concerns Over 5% GDP Target

Chinas industrial production expanded at 4.5% in August, marking its slowest growth in five months. The data, released by the National Bureau of Statistics, has placed the countrys annual economic growth target of around...

Japan Leadership Candidates Back Wage Growth, Differ on Strategies for Household Support

As Japans leadership candidates vie for the prime minister position, all contenders agree on continuing wage growth but differ on how to best support households amid rising prices. Some advocate for cash handouts, while...

보잉 노동자 파업 예고, 노조 노동 계약 거부로 주가 하락

보잉(Boeing) 공장 직원 3만 명 이상이 임금 인상을 요구하며 파업에 돌입할 예정이다. 미국 태평양 북서부 지역의 보잉 노동자들이 파업을 찬성하며 항공산업 대기업에 또 다른 도전 과제가 생겼다. 보잉 주가는 금요일 미국 프리마켓...

중국, 에버그란데 감사 관련 PwC에 6개월 금지 및 대규모 벌금 부과

중국 규제 당국은 금요일 파산한 부동산 개발업체 중국 에버그란데(중국명: 헝다그룹) 그룹의 감사를 이유로 PwC 중국 본사에 대해 6개월 업무 정지와 6억4천1백만 위안(6천2백만 달러)의 기록적인 벌금을 부과했다. 중국...

주식 상승, 금 사상 최고치 기록…투자자들 공격적 금리 인하 고려

미국 주식은 금요일 상승세로 출발했고, 금은 사상 최고치를 기록했다. 이는 다음 주 연방준비제도(Fed)의 대규모 금리 인하에 대한 투자자 기대가 급격히 변화한 데 따른 결과이다. 주식, 미 국채 가격, 원자재 모두 상승했다. 이는...

Politics

Crypto Could Tip Razor-Thin Margins in US Election 2024 Swing States, Says Law Professor

Cryptocurrency could sway razor-thin voter margins in crucial swing states during the 2024 US presidential election, according to Penn State law professor Tonya Evans. She suggests that support for digital assets...

Donald Trump's LA Rant May Have Violated Gag Order, Manhattan Prosecutors Alerted

Manhattan prosecutors are reportedly assessing whether Donald Trump violated a court-imposed gag order during a recent press conference in Los Angeles. The incident comes on the heels of a ruling from New Yorks highest...

'Winner' Donald Trump Declares Debate Victory, Labels Himself ‘Extraordinary Genius’ Amid Controversy

In a characteristically defiant move, former President Donald Trump took to social media Saturday to assert that he emerged victorious in the latest presidential debate. Despite multiple polls and widespread commentary...

'Another Reason To Vote For Donald Trump': Ex-POTUS Announces Plan to Ban Illegal Immigrants from Renting Apartments or Getting Mortgages

Former President Donald Trump has announced a new policy proposal aimed at banning illegal immigrants from renting apartments or obtaining mortgages, a move that has immediately drawn both support and sharp criticism. The...

DOJ Data Confirms Donald Trump’s Claim: Violent Crime Rises Under Biden-Harris Administration

Newly released data from the Department of Justice (DOJ) has confirmed that violent crime rates have risen during the Biden-Harris administration, bolstering claims made by former President Donald Trump. The latest...

Science

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Mission Achieves Historic Milestones Despite Lack of White House Recognition

SpaceXs Polaris Dawn mission has captivated global audiences with its historic milestones, including the first commercial spacewalk and record-breaking achievements. However, despite its groundbreaking success, the mission...

화산으로 전기 생산 가능할까?

활화산에서 뿜어져 나오는 붉은 용암을 전기로 전환하는 것은 위험하고 신뢰성이 떨어진다. 화산은 예측 가능한 일정으로 분출하지 않으며, 용암은 너무 빨리 식는다. 그러나 미국을 포함한 여러 국가는 화산열을 활용해 전기를 생산하는...

스페이스X, FAA 지연 속 스타십 시험 비행 11월 목표 발표

스페이스X는 미 연방항공청(FAA)의 승인 절차 지연으로 인해 5번째 스타십 시험 비행 목표를 11월로 재설정했다. 이 항공우주 기업은 환경 평가와 규제 문제를 주요 요인으로 꼽으며, 이번 야심 찬 임무가 지연된 이유를...

SpaceX Reveals November Target for Delayed Starship Test Flight Amid FAA Hold-ups

SpaceX has set a new November target for the fifth Starship test flight after significant delays caused by the FAAs licensing process. The aerospace company addressed these delays, citing environmental reviews and...

Elon Musk Reveals SpaceX Starship’s First Mars Mission Set for 2026

Elon Musk has revealed that SpaceXs Starship will launch its first uncrewed mission to Mars in 2026. This historic flight will test the rockets ability to land on the red planet, and crewed missions are planned for 2028....

Technology

'Rocky Rabbit’s' RabBitcoin Airdrop Approaches as Battle Mode Heats Up on Telegram

The RabBitcoin airdrop is on the horizon, and Rocky Rabbit players can now enjoy the new Battle mode. As they wager in various arenas, the Telegram games token drop on The Open Network is set for next week. Rocky Rabbit...

Bitcoin Market Depth Hits Rock Bottom—Is a Bull Run About to Explode?

Bitcoins market depth reached new lows this weekend, signaling a possible price bottom. Analysts are eyeing this as a signal that a strong bullish reversal may be on the horizon. Bitcoin Hits Market Depth...

US SEC Zeroes in on More Crypto Coins in Binance Case – Market Reacts with Surprising Gains

The US SEC has expanded its lawsuit against Binance, classifying additional crypto tokens as securities. Despite mounting pressure, the market has seen a surprising boost, with token prices increasing in the past...

Solana and XRP ETF Dreams on Hold: Regulatory Delays Cast Doubt on 2025 Launch

Despite rising interest in Solana and XRP ETFs, experts suggest regulatory obstacles may push approval beyond 2025, leaving investors uncertain about the future of these crypto investment vehicles. Solana and XRP ETFs...

Tesla Unveils $0 Down Promotion for Model 3, Model Y With Limited-Time Financing Options

Tesla has launched a limited-time promotion for U.S. buyers, offering a $0 down payment on the Model 3 and Model Y when financing, plus eligibility for the $7,500 federal tax credit if purchased by the end of Q3...