John Anderson: Conversations

Suicide of a Nation: Britain on the Brink of Collapse | Matt Goodwin

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview, author, political commentator and Reform UK candidate, Matt Goodwin joins John to unpack the impending collapse of the United Kingd...

Beauty, Law and the Lies of Post-Modernism | Mark Fowler & Ian Callinan

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What makes Australia’s Constitution so effective, and why do so few people understand it? In this interview, Ian Callinan and Mark Fowler unpack the...

Betting The Farm On Renewables Will Ruin Australia | Derek Bush and Aidan Morrison

17 Apr 2026

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Aidan Morrison and Derek Bush join John for a frank conversation about Australia's cumbersome renewable energy transition, and the real costs bein...

Former Japanese Ambassador: "Placating China Is A Recipe For Disaster" | Shingo Yamagami

10 Apr 2026

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Former Japanese Ambassador to Australia Shingo Yamagami joins John for a frank conversation about the bilateral relationship between Japan and Austral...

An Unholy Alliance: Islam and Progressives Will Topple The West

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode for Easter, John is joined by Dr. Michael Youssef to explore the complexities of political Islam and its impact on the West, c...

Nothing Left In The Tank: Australia's Fuel And Food Crisis | Dr. John Coyne

20 Mar 2026

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Dr. John Coyne joins John Anderson to provide a sobering assessment of why Australia has fallen behind its international peers in maintaining essentia...

Why the West Condemns Israel but Ignores Iranians | Brendan O'Neill

06 Mar 2026

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In this conversation, Brendan O’Neill joins John to discuss the global reaction to October 7 and what it reveals about the state of Western culture....

Iran's Regime Change, Future & The End of the Rules-Based Order? | Rodger Shanahan

03 Mar 2026

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Rodger Shanahan joins John Anderson to examine the true objectives behind U.S. and Israeli military action against Iran. Is this about preventing a nu...

Australia: The World’s Most Bloated Bureaucracy | Mike Newman

20 Feb 2026

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John Anderson sits down with former NSW Senior Trade and Investment Commissioner Mike Newman to examine the culture, size and direction of Australia’...

The Rejection Of Atheism Is Turning Boys Into Men | Wes Huff and Dan Paterson

06 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Anderson speaks with Wes Huff and Dan Paterson about the striking cultural shift among younger generations towards a renewed search for meaning, ...

After Bondi: We Can No Longer Ignore Islam | Ayaan Hirsi Ali

02 Feb 2026

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John Anderson speaks with Ayaan Hirsi Ali to examine the growing ideological, spiritual, and civilisational pressures confronting the West. Drawing on...

Multiculturalism And Extremism Are Sabotaging The West | Henry Ergas

23 Jan 2026

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Henry Ergas joins John to explore the erosion of historical understanding, the rise of ideological extremism, and the weakening of social cohesion acr...

Born Into Decline: Gen Z's Fight to Rebuild The West | Gerard Holland, Freya Leach & Jossiah Langton

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

John Anderson hosts a candid discussion with Gerard Holland, Freya Leach and Jossiah Langton about the immense social, economic and political pressure...

Radical Islam, Depopulation & Identity Politics: The UK In Crisis | James Orr

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John Anderson speaks with James Orr to examine the deeper moral, cultural, and institutional pressures shaping Britain and the wider Western world. Dr...

Faith, Family And The Films Audiences Actually Want | Ted Baehr

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John Anderson speaks with Ted Baehr, founder of Christian film review site Movieguide, to examine what contemporary film choices reveal about the mora...

No Longer The Lucky Country For Jews | Julian Leeser

12 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Julian Leeser joins John Anderson for an assessment of the disturbing return of anti-semitism to the Australian public sphere. Leeser sets out the his...

Why The World Still Needs Coal | Michelle Manook

05 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John speaks with Michelle Manook about the realities of Australia’s energy system, the misconceptions driving policy, and the widening gap between i...

The UK Is Funding & Importing Cultural Chaos | Connor Tomlinson

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Connor Tomlinson joins John for a compelling examination of Britain’s fractured politics and its loss of cultural self-belief. Tomlinson offers a fr...

Exposing Australia's Radical Transgender Clinics | Helen Joyce

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join John in conversation with Helen Joyce for a measured and penetrating examination of gender ideology, the erosion of safeguarding principles, and ...

What Charlie Kirk’s Murder Reveals About Us | Dave Rubin

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dave Rubin of The Rubin Report joins John Anderson in Sydney for a searching conversation on the crises reshaping Western democracy and culture. They ...

Insiders Expose China's Proxy War In Myanmar | David Eubank and Sean Turnell

31 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John Anderson speaks with David Eubank and Dr. Sean Turnell about the realities of China's involvement in Myanmar’s civil war following their 20...

The True Story Of Australia: A Nation Of Heroes | Tony Abbott

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join John in conversation with former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott as they discuss Tony's new book, Australia: A History. From its Indige...

"What starts with the Jews never ends with the Jews" | Josh Hammer

03 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this conversation, Josh Hammer examines the perilous moral confusion of our age through the prism of Israel and its survival. The attacks of Octobe...

Why Christianity Still Defines Us | Greg Sheridan

19 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this conversation, Greg Sheridan explores Christianity’s defining influence on Western civilisation, showing how its revolutionary impact—from ...

Love Isn’t Enough: Gay Marriage, Surrogacy & Divorce | Katy Faust

05 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Katy Faust discusses the importance of stable, biological family units, asserting that children have a fundamental right to their mother and father. S...

The Science Points to Purpose: A Logical Defence of Intelligent Design | Stephen Meyer

22 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this conversation, John is joined by Dr. Stephen Meyer who articulates the scientific foundation that supports intelligent design, arguing that the...

Erasing Sex & Reality: The Tickle v Giggle Case | Sall Grover

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this conversation, John chats with Giggle for Girls founder Sall Grover about her recent high-stakes Federal Court appeal concerning the right to o...

Islam and The Battle For Britain: Past, Present and Future | Sean Oliver-Dee & David Goodhart

08 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John is joined by Dr. Sean Oliver-Dee and David Goodhart to discuss immigration, national identity, and the role of religion in modern Britain. They e...

Q&A with John: Politics, Principles, Priorities

01 Aug 2025

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Join John for a special episode as he answers 11 of the most frequently asked questions from viewers and supporters.From lessons learned in politics t...

Epstein, Immigration and War: A Deep Dive | Victor Davis Hanson

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Victor Davis Hanson examines the Jeffrey Epstein saga’s divisive impact on American politics and the MAGA movement, while commending the Trump admin...

Will Xi Jinping's Maoist Vision Cause China's Collapse? | Robert Suettinger

18 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Robert L. Suettinger examines China’s political evolution, from Mao’s devastating Great Leap Forward and Cultural Revolution to Xi Jinping’s rev...

Why Climate Fanaticism Is Killing Us | Lord Matthew Ridley

11 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview, Lord Ridley examines the pervasive pessimism shaping climate narratives within the media and academia. He addresses the transformat...

The End of Weakness: Trump’s Stand Against Iran | Dr. Rebeccah Heinrichs

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John Anderson and Dr. Rebeccah Heinrichs examine the geopolitical consequences of the conflict between Israel and Iran, highlighting the United States...

Religious Freedom: The New Blasphemy | Paul Coleman, Kristen Waggoner & John Steenhof

27 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John joins Paul Coleman, John Steenhof and Kristen Waggoner for a powerful discussion on the state of religious freedom in the West. Together, they ex...

Iran’s Nuclear Threat, Trump’s Choice and Global Stability | John Lee

20 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John Lee examines the critical decision President Trump faces on Iran’s nuclear program, underscoring its profound implications for global stability...

After Collapse: A Strategy for Renewal In The Age Of AI | Daniel Priestley

13 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Daniel Priestley joins John to discuss how entrepreneurship can address economic stagnation and declining living standards. He examines the power of i...

The Great Energy Deception: The True Cost Of Renewables | Chris Uhlmann

06 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John Anderson and journalist Chris Uhlmann confront Australia’s energy crisis, revealing the stark costs of renewable energy. Despite claims of affo...

The Vibe Shift: Christianity's Subversive Comeback | Bethel McGrew

23 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John speaks with writer and mathematician Bethel McGrew to unpack the cultural and spiritual currents of our time, from navigating political alliances...

Britain’s Path to Renewal and Reform | Matt Goodwin

16 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Matt Goodwin joins John to unpack the UK’s economic, cultural, and political turmoil. Matt describes a Britain grappling with stagnant growth, a sev...

Rebuilding Australia: The Path Forward After Defeat

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Former Prime Minister Tony Abbott joins John to discuss the recent Australian election, which exposed deep divisions and missed opportunities for mean...

Post-Election Breakdown with Tony Abbott

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Former Prime Minister Tony Abbott joins John to discuss the recent Australian election, which exposed deep divisions and missed opportunities for mean...

UK Supreme Court Ruling: The Triumph Of Reality | Louise Perry

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Louise Perry joins John to dissect the UK Supreme Court’s recent ruling that anchors “woman” to biological sex in the Equality Act. The verdict,...

Why Your Way Of Life Is Collapsing: Green Paganism & The Depopulation Bomb | Philip Pilkington

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John speaks with economist Philip Pilkington to explore the unraveling of global liberalism, tracing its roots from British imperialism to America’s...

Trump’s New World Order: Tariffs, China and Nationalism | Walter Russell Mead

08 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join John Anderson as he speaks with Walter Russell Mead, distinguished historian and foreign policy expert, recorded on April 8, 2025. As President T...

Can Islam Co-Exist? | Dr. Mark Durie and Dr. Richard Shumack

28 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John speaks with Islam scholars Dr. Mark Durie and Dr. Richard Shumack to explore the complex relationship between Islam and Western culture, drawing ...

Australia Isn’t Ready For War | Michael Pezzullo

21 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John speaks with Mike Pezzullo, former Secretary of Australia’s Home Affairs Department (2017-2023), about the nation’s historical resilience and ...

Konstantin Kisin | The Western Reset: Immigration, Energy, and Cultural Confidence

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Konstantin Kisin joins John in the midst of Britain’s discontent, six months into the Labour government's reign. They paint a nation adrift—s...

Melanie Phillips, Journalist, Author and Broadcaster IV

28 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join John and British journalist Melanie Phillips as they explore the escalating misuse of "genocide" in the Israel-Gaza conflict, exposing ...

Kevin Roberts – The West’s Last Stand

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join John Anderson as he hosts Kevin D. Roberts, President of the Heritage Foundation, for a thoughtful discussion on the changes shaping America and ...

Peter Hitchens, Journalist and Author IV

15 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, John and Peter dive into the cracks forming in Western society—failing institutions, rising crime, and a loss of trust in leadersh...

The Hon John Howard OM AC – 25th Prime Minister of Australia

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join John and former Australian Prime Minister John Howard as they discuss the issues that will determine the upcoming Australian election in 2025. Ec...

Aidan Morrison, Director – Energy Program, C.I.S.

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join John and leading energy researcher Aidan Morrison as they outline why nuclear power should be at the centre of Australia’s energy strategy. Aid...

Dr. Nigel Biggar CBE, Emeritus Regius Prof. of Moral and Pastoral Theology, University of Oxford; Dr. Stephen Chavura, Author and Academic

24 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John speaks with Dr. Nigel Biggar and Dr. Stephen Chavura to explore the complexities of history, challenging one-sided narratives of colonisation and...

Marilynne Robinson, Pulitzer Prize-Winning Novelist And Author

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Author Marilynne Robinson talks with John about the enduring power of literature, the spiritual depth of Genesis, and the role of faith in shaping civ...

David Bahnsen, Managing Partner of The Bahnsen Group & Author

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

John speaks with author and wealth expert David Bahnsen on the moral and economic forces shaping modern society. They explore the meaning of work, the...

Amy Dangerfield and Tom Ellsworth, Co-Hosts of The Decision 2024 – Valuetainment

08 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Amy and Tom of The Decision 2024 share their thoughts on Trump’s resounding win in the recent U.S. election. From polling inaccuracies to middle Ame...

Katy Faust, Author and Children’s Rights Activist

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a world where children are too often cast as props in adult narratives, this episode unveils the urgent need to place their rights and well-being a...

Victor Davis Hanson, Historian, Commentator and Author

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Victor Davis Hanson joins John after President-elect Trump's victory to explore why his direct style resonated with middle America. Hanson examin...

Niall Ferguson, Historian And Senior Fellow, Stanford University

01 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Historian Niall Ferguson joins John to discuss the challenges facing Western societies, the geopolitical landscape, and cultural issues. He reflects o...

Shawn Ryan, CIA Contractor and Former Navy Seal

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Shawn Ryan, former Navy SEAL and CIA contractor, joins John to discuss politics, war, and the psychological toll of military service. Shawn reflects o...

Patrick Bet-David, Entrepreneur and Podcast Host

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Patrick Bet-David joins John to reflect on his inspiring journey from immigrant to thriving entrepreneur. He shares personal stories about the challen...

Dale Ahlquist, President of The Society of G.K. Chesterton

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dale Ahlquist, President of the G.K. Chesterton Society, joins John to discuss the lasting relevance of Chesterton’s works in today's world. Ah...

Victor Davis Hanson, Historian, Commentator and Author

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Victor Davis Hanson joins John to explore the 2024 presidential election and the escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Hanson criticise...

Tim Cross, British Army Officer and Military Logistics Expert

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Major-General Tim Cross joins John to discuss his experiences in the military amidst global security challenges. Reflecting on his involvement in the ...

John Lennox, Professor of Mathematics, Oxford University and Author

13 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join John as he speaks with Oxford Professor John Lennox about the intriguing connections between science, religion, and modern cultural shifts. Lenno...

Steve Tsang, Professor of China Studies, Author, Political Scientist

30 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

John sits down with Professor Steve Tsang, a political scientist and historian of China, to discuss Xi Jinping and the Chinese Communist Party. Profe...

Justin Brierley, Writer, Podcaster and Apologist

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, John sits down with Justin Brierley, an English academic, writer, podcaster, and Christian apologist. They explore cultural shifts in...

Lord Mervyn King, Baron of Lothbury, Economist and Author

02 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

John Anderson speaks with Lord Mervyn King about the shortcomings of modern economics, including its detachment from practical issues and over-relianc...

Konstantin Kisin, Comedian, Podcaster and Writer

19 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Konstantin Kisin returns to discuss his recent tour in America and analysis of the UK election: the decline of the Conservative Party, the rise of the...

Peter Hitchens, Journalist and Author III

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join John Anderson as he interviews Peter Hitchens after the recent defeat of the Tories and the ascension of Keir Starmer. Hitchens offers a critical...

Conversations: Andrew Kern, Author and Proponent of Classical Education

05 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview, John is joined by classical education advocate Andrew Kern. They explore the transformative potential of classical education, highl...

Direct: Iain McGilchrist, Psychiatrist, Philosopher, Researcher and Literary Scholar

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview, John speaks with Iain McGilchrist about the differences between the left and right hemispheres of the brain and their impact on our...

Conversations: Peter Court and Walter Purio, Experts in Maritime Security

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview, John Anderson speaks with Peter Court and Walter Purio, experts in maritime security, about Australia's vulnerabilities in shi...

Direct: Alexander Downer AC, Former Minister for Foreign Affairs of Australia

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this conversation, John joins Alexander Downer to explore the significant geopolitical challenges of today, drawing comparisons to the dangerous pe...

Direct: Dennis Prager, Commentator and Author

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dennis Prager joins John to explore the deepening divisions in America today. Concerned with the destructive tendencies of left-wing movements, Dennis...

Direct: With Victor Davis Hanson, Historian, Commentator and Author

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Professor Hanson joins John to discuss his new book The End of Everything, as well as the considerable unrest across America in the lead up to the 2...

Direct: With Dr Albert Mohler, Author, Commentator and Theologian

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview, John talks to highly esteemed author, commentator and theologian, Dr Albert Mohler.Dr Mohler and John discuss the political histor...

Direct: With Helen Joyce, Author and Journalist

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview, John is joined by author and journalist Helen Joyce to discuss the recent Cass review and its revelations that medical treatment fo...

Direct: with Dave Rubin, Political Commentator and Talk Show Host

12 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview, John talks to Dave Rubin, author, TV personality and political commentator. John and Dave discuss the current political landscape o...

Direct: With Molly Worthen, Christian Historian and Journalist

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview John speaks with Molly Worthen, a highly acclaimed religious historian and journalist. They explore religious liberty, separation of...

Conversations: Konstantin Kisin, Podcaster, Comedian & Commentator IV

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

John sits down with Konstantin Kisin to discuss a variety of topics, from the war in Ukraine, to multiculturalism and the gradual decline of the West,...

Conversations: With Danny Kruger, British Politician and Author

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview, John sits down with Conservative MP Danny Kruger at the recent ARC conference to discuss his role in the rise of 'New Conserva...

Direct: With Victor Davis Hanson, Historian and Writer

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview, John has an in-depth discussion with renowned historian and writer Victor Davis Hanson. They discuss a wide range of topics includi...

Direct: with Mary Harrington

02 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview, John sits down with Mary Harrington for a discussion on a wide range of topics, from the advantages of conformity to transhumanism....

Direct: Matthew Goodwin, Academic, Author and Pollster

12 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview, John speaks with British political scientist, Matthew Goodwin.Matthew recounts the emergence of a new class of elites and the ways ...

Direct: Prof. Nancy Pearcey, American Evangelical Author

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview, John speaks with evangelical author Prof. Nancey Pearcey.Pearcey offers valuable insights into issues surrounding the concept of ma...

Direct: Prof. John Mearsheimer, American political scientist

08 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this conversation, John speaks with political scientist and international relations scholar Professor John Mearsheimer about the recent war in Ukra...

Conversations: Dr. James Orr, A/Prof of Philosophy of Religion

24 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

John sits down with Cambridge University Associate Professor James Orr to discuss multiculturalism, religion, and the therapeutic nature of modern soc...

Conversations: Niall Ferguson, Historian and Author

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

John is re-joined by pre-eminent historian Niall Ferguson to analyse the latest conflict between Israel and Hamas. Ferguson argues that due to the nat...

Conversations: Douglas Murray, Journalist and Author

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this conversation, John sits down with journalist and author Douglas Murray to discuss the war on Western culture in light of the recent conflict b...

Conversations: Peter Hitchens, Journalist and Author II

03 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

John sits down with journalist and author Peter Hitchens to discuss the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. This conversation was filmed on the...

Conversations: Victor Davis Hanson, Historian and Writer

20 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

John is joined by military historian Victor Davis Hanson to discuss the escalating conflict in the Middle East. This conversation was recorded on Wedn...

Conversations: Glen Scrivener, Author, Minister and Director of Speak Life

06 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview, John sits down with author, minister and director of Speak Life, Glen Scrivener for a conversation on how the Christian worldview h...

Conversations: Anthony Dillon, Indigenous Academic and Commentator.

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this interview, John sits down with his good friend Anthony Dillon, an Indigenous academic and commentator. Anthony’s reflections on Indigenous a...

Conversations: With Seth Dillon, CEO and Owner of The Babylon Bee

08 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this conversation, John sits down with the owner and CEO of the immensely popular satirical news site, the Babylon Bee.In a wide-ranging conversati...

Conversations: With John Cleese, Comedian

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

John catches the iconic (and 'generous and warm-hearted', in his own words) John Cleese for a conversation during his Australian comedy tour...

Conversations: With Dr. Andrew Browning, Author & Christian Missionary Doctor

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this conversation, John sits down with Dr. Andrew Browning, an obstetrician-gynecologist who has devoted his life to improving maternal health in A...

Conversations: With Louise Perry, Author and Journalist

28 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

John is joined by journalist and author, Louise Perry, for a conversation that unpacks the aftermath of the sexual revolution. In their discussion, Lo...

Conversations: With Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg, British Conservative Member of Parliament

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg hosts John Anderson in his home for this Conversation. They discuss the roots and future of conservatism, British politics and eco...

Conversations: With Professor Nigel Biggar, Ethicist, Theologian and Author II

30 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Through rigorous historical and ethical analysis, Nigel Biggar presents a strong case for why the ubiquitous anti-colonial narrative has little ground...