“A liberal education frees a man from the prison-house of his class, race, time, place, background, family and even his nation.”
-Robert Maynard Hutchins
-Robert Maynard Hutchins
Liberty Lounge #4: "Jefferson, Federalism, and the U.S. Constitution"
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In episode #4 of the Liberty Lounge, Dr. Kevin Gutzman joins the Western Canon Podcast to discuss his book Thomas Jefferson, Revolutionary: A Radical’s Struggle to Remake America, as well as his book James Madison and the Making of America. Along the way, he discusses the philosophy of the founders, constitutional originalism, the dangers of the current administrative state, and the future of American conservatism. Professor Gutzman also weighs in on the Sohrab Ahmari (nationalist populism) vs. David French (classical liberalism) conflict. Gutzman is Professor and former Chair of the History Department at Western Connecticut State University and the New York Times best-selling author of five books. He is a faculty member at LibertyClassroom.com. Subscribe to our Youtube channel. Remember, we are also on Stitcher (https://www. stitcher.com/podcast/jord an-alexander-hill/the-western-canon-podcast) and iTunes (visit https://itunes.apple. com/us/podcast/the-western-canon podcast-pod cast/id1 273956952?mt=2).
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The Western Canon is a monthly podcast dedicated to examining the timeless stories, ideas, and thinkers of the Western literary tradition. Working chronologically through "the great conversation of history," each episode focuses on a distinct canonical work, set of works, or intellectual period. Featuring lively summary, literary analysis, philosophical discussion, and guest commentary, the show also tackles social and political issues related to Western civilization, the modern university, free speech, well-being, and much more. Educate your mind and feed your soul by tuning in with Jordan Alexander Hill, Gina Santiago, and special guests on the 1st of every month!