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Dr. J.J.V. Kuitenbrouwer (University of Amsterdam, Faculty of Humanities) specializes in modern history with a focus on colonial and postcolonial radio broadcasting, decolonization processes, and media history. His work interrogates the intersection of auditory cultures and imperial power dynamics, particularly through Dutch international broadcasting during the Indonesian decolonization war (1945–1949).
His research explores how Radio Nederland Wereldomroep (RNW) functioned as a colonial propaganda tool, analyzing its role in legitimizing Dutch military violence and maintaining imperial connections through music, speeches, and personal messages. This aligns with broader studies on media's role in decolonization conflicts, including structural violence and psychological dimensions of colonial warfare.
Rather than listing individual articles, his work reveals recurring themes: the legacy of Philips' colonial broadcasts, the evolution of RNW's programming from pre-WWII to post-independence Indonesia, and the tension between Dutch "neutrality" claims and the reality of military campaigns. His methodology combines archival analysis of RNW materials with critical examination of audio recordings and listener correspondence.
