The podcast episodes highlight how the colonial past of various regions, such as Belize and Algeria, continues to have a profound impact on contemporary issues like corruption, political dynamics, and questions of identity and belonging.

For example, the episode Episode 11 - Lionfish examines how Belize's current corruption and power dynamics have their roots in the country's colonial history under British rule.

Similarly, the episode Claire Messud's new novel is a sweeping tale of history, family and social change explores how the legacy of colonialism in Algeria has influenced the protagonist's family history and sense of identity across multiple generations.