Academic freedom’ is an idea close to the hearts of all constitutional scholars. But what are the constitutional dimensions of the principle? Given recent attacks on academic freedom in democracies as well authoritarian regimes, a better understanding is urgently required. In this episode, we discuss the protection of academic freedom as a principle of constitutional law, its relationship to other constitutional rights and consider what it requires of us as constitutional scholars. We are joined by three distinguished scholars: Ann-Katrin Kaufhold, Renata Uitz and Liora Lazarus.

What challenges and opportunities do comparative constitutional law scholars face when moving to work in a different legal system?

Why talk about the ‘global south’ in comparative constitutional law? In what ways does it matter and to whom?

Is language proficiency required to engage in comparative constitutional law?

How does Eurasia help us understand the impact of post-colonialism, history, and populism on successfully entrenching constitutionalism?

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