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In episode #6 of the Liberty Lounge, we take an in-depth look at how libertarian ideas have influenced science fiction literature. We explore the history of libertarian science fiction, from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein to the Golden Age of the pulps, up through the New Wave and the Golden Age Redux of the 1980s. Why have so many science fiction authors identified as libertarian? Is the connection necessary or contingent? What do Ronald Reagan and Robert A. Heinlein have in common? Tune into this episode to find out! https://quillette.com/2020/06/12/the-libertarian-history-of-science-fiction/ 
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In episode #5 of the Liberty Lounge, Jonah Goldberg joins the Western Canon Podcast to discuss the future of conservatism and the GOP, with an in-depth look at the New Right. We discuss Patrick Deneen, populism, liberalism, John Locke, Federalism, and many other exciting topics. Thanks for listening, and remember to subscribe to our Youtube channel! Don't forget, we are also on Stitcher (https://www. stitcher.com/podcast/jord an-alexander-hill/the-western-canon-podcast)
Jonah Goldberg is an American syndicated columnist, author, political analyst, and commentator. He is Editor-in-Chief and co-founder of The Dispatch and was the founding editor of National Review Online. He also has a regular column at the LA Times. He holds the Asness Chair in Applied Liberty at the American Enterprise Institute, where he is a fellow. He is the host of The Remnant podcast. Goldberg is also a regular contributor on news networks such as CNN, Fox News, and MSNBC, appearing on various television programs including Good Morning America, Nightline, Hardball with Chris Matthews, Real Time with Bill Maher, Larry King Live, Your World with Neil Cavuto, the Glenn Beck Program, and The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. Goldberg is an occasional guest on a number of Fox News shows such as The Five, The Greg Gutfeld Show, and Outnumbered. He is also a frequent panelist on Special Report with Bret Baier. He is the author of three books, including his most recent, Suicide of the West: How the Rebirth of Tribalism, Populism, Nationalism, and Identity Politics is Destroying American Democracy. (2018, Crown Publishing); The Tyranny of Clichés: How Liberals Cheat in the War of Ideas. (2012, Penguin books); and Liberal Fascism: The Secret History of the American Left, From Mussolini to the Politics of Meaning (2008, Crown Publishing). |
About the Show: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! Archives
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