“America Now!” is a new series of live events exploring the current state of the USA and its place in the world.

In a world of hot takes these discussions will offer some much-needed deep dives, giving expert insight into some of the most pressing or peculiar aspects of modern American life – from the Supreme Court to Cowboy Carter.

Organised by the British Association for American Studies and the Eccles Institute for the Americas and Oceania, America Now! takes place every other month, in the British Library Knowledge Centre.

24 Sept 2024: What’s the Deal with the US Supreme Court?

28 Nov 2024: Why Country Music Conquered the World in 2024

23 Jan 2025: Where Will American Politics Go From Here?