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Tagged “history”
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Optimism, Power & The Roaring Twenties with Marc Andreessen
Marc Andreessen provides a profound analysis of the current state of American culture, technology, and governance. He envisions a potential "Roaring Twenties" fueled by American dynamism, provided that the nation can move past the "demoral…
3h 57m -
Graham Hancock: Atlantis, Ancient Cataclysms & Wisdom
In this extensive conversation, journalist and author Graham Hancock challenges mainstream archaeological narratives by proposing the existence of an advanced ice age civilization destroyed by the catastrophic Younger Dryas event. He sugge…
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Randall Kennedy: The N-Word, Race, and History
Harvard Law professor Randall Kennedy leads a rigorous examination of the most controversial word in the English language, arguing that its potential for harm is precisely why it must be understood rather than erased from history. Througho…
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Science, Ideology, and History with Robert Proctor
Historian Robert Proctor explores the deep, often uncomfortable intersections between science, ideology, and power. Through the lens of 20th-century history, including his research on Nazi medical experiments and the tobacco industry's str…
2h 55m -
History, Power, and the American Presidency
In this insightful conversation, historian Jeremy Suri delves into the evolution of the American presidency and the complexities of exercising power. By examining leaders like Abraham Lincoln and FDR, alongside the realpolitik of figures l…
2h 14m -
Tyler Cowen: Economics, Creativity, and the Future
In this extensive conversation, economist Tyler Cowen offers a deep dive into the multifaceted nature of economics, defining it as a necessary blend of science and art. Cowen expresses optimism regarding a new wave of innovation driven by …
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Michael Malice: Anarchism, History, and the White Pill
This episode features a wide-ranging conversation with anarchist thinker and author Michael Malice. The discussion covers his unique philosophy on humor, his critical views on the publishing industry, and his upcoming book, The White Pill,…
3h 09m
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