The American Mind Podcast

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Holy War Oct 26, 2023

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The House of Representatives has chosen a speaker at last. Their choice, Mike Johnson of Louisiana, seems to vindicate Matt Gaetz's risky maneuvering. The House's first action was a vote to support Israel against Hamas, with the radicals of the Squad predictably dissenting, raising the question of how serious antisemitism is in the U.S., and what America's so-far metaphorical wars of religion have to do with the literal war in the Middle East. Plus: what's the point of a 9-to-5? And don't forget to read the damn site!

Clips mentioned in the episode:

Students barricaded in library clip

Young woman upset over the grind of adult life

TAM articles:

Founding Fathers and Red Caesar

Arkansas: Red for the Moment, Blue for the Future

Warfare by Immigration
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Hierarchy, not Hypocrisy Oct 19, 2023

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As war continues between Israel and Hamas, antisemitism flares up across the West in response to a jihadist attack on a hospital, falsely attributed in the press to Israel. Meanwhile, the House continues on without a new Speaker, though it increasingly looks as if when all the shouting is over, business as usual will resume. It's a masks-off moment all around--but are average Americans waking up, and can they ultimately be saved? In closing, the editors provide recommendations to remind you to read the damn site. Media mentioned in this episode: The Mother’s Gauntlet Facing Up to Immigration A Tale of Two Crimes, Part I Righting the Right Patrisse Cullors' "Art"
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Israel Under Attack Oct 11, 2023

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Hamas launched a series of devastating attacks against Israel over the last few days using everything from rockets to hang gliders, with a civilian death toll in the hundreds at the time of recording, including at least eleven Americans. Israel is at war for the first time in over 50 years. The editors explore how Hamas’s attacks fit into the broader geopolitical landscape of the Middle East, how regional dynamics are likely to unfold in the coming months, and what's motivating the radical pro-Palestinian movements in the West.

Episode Links:

Hamas and the American Left

When Worlds Collide

What Is Christian Nationalism?

Obama’s Coming Fourth Term

Lone Star: A History Of Texas And The Texans

Mike Benz: Bidenworld's War On Israel, Explained

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Gaetz to the Unknown Oct 05, 2023

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Florida Representative Matt Gaetz took advantage of a new procedural rule to orchestrate the ouster of Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy, hoping to force more movement on the debate over congressional spending. But what's the plan? Meanwhile, on the subject of Things You are Not Allowed to Notice, a raft of horrific murders in cities across the country highlights the wages of bad philosophy and bad policy. In closing, the editors provide reading recommendations so you'll be reminded to read the damn site!

American Mind articles mentioned in this episode:

How to Turn a Cold War Hot

A Swing and a Miss

Irregular Order, Part I

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Blue Sulla ft. Jeremy Carl Sep 28, 2023

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Gavin Newsom has been making national headlines lately, causing some to wonder whether he's got designs on the 2024 Democratic presidential nomination. The crew discuss whether Claremont Fellows Armen Tooloe and Andrew Beck are right to fear that Gavin will sweep to power as a "Blue Sulla." Meanwhile, it's shutdown season once again, and House Republicans are not interested in playing nice. What do they stand to gain? Joined by special guest Jeremy Carl, Spencer and Ryan survey the rocky territory ahead, assess the trajectory of our republic, and remind you to read the damn site!

American Mind articles mentioned in this episode:

Truth and Politics

The East and the Rest

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Slouching toward Washington Sep 21, 2023

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Oversized hoodie or tailored masters jacket--which way, Western man? As the Senate is terraformed into a mosh pit for the least common denominator, one must wonder whether it’s a microcosm for the West more generally. Take, for example, the meek inaction of the European nations as migrants from Africa stream through the island of Lampedusa and onto the continent. Meanwhile, back at home, Donald Trump aggravates internal tensions among Republicans by criticizing Ron DeSantis for signing a six-week abortion ban. Plus: the editors tease upcoming features while reminding you to read the damn site.

Articles and books mentioned in this episode:

Slavery, Abortion, and the Politics of Constitutional Meaning

Crisis of the House Divided: An Interpretation of the Issues in the Lincoln-Douglas Debates

Eating the Young to Save the Old

Country Club Nationalism

Merit in the Armed Forces

The War for the Military

Brilliance Isn’t Enough

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Special Edition: Awakening to the Awokening, ft. Chris Rufo Sep 14, 2023

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This week the editors are off, but Ryan has pulled in activist and Manhattan Institute Fellow Chris Rufo for a special interview on his new book, America's Cultural Revolution: How the Radical Left Conquered Everything. Rufo's book covers the history of America's neo-Marxist woke takeover and the counter-revolution that has risen up to reverse it. The two discuss what still needs to be done, what conservative philanthropists should be focusing on, and how aspiring young journalists should aim to make their mark on the field.
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Oh, the Irony! Sep 07, 2023

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Elon Musk is threatening to sue the Anti-Defamation League for...well, defamation. Musk claims that Twitter/X has lost ad revenue as a result of ADL accusations against the platform for hosting antisemitism on Musk's watch. But does the charge of "antisemitism" carry any weight anymore, coming from the ADL? Meanwhile, Enrique Tarrio of the Proud Boys has been sentenced to 22 years in prison for his involvement in the January 6th Capitol riot (despite not having been at the Capitol) and there are rumors in the air about a return of COVID lockdowns. Finally, our editors remind you to read the damn site!

Articles mentioned in this episode:

Cracks in the Rainbow

Between Suicide and Murder, Part One

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Debates & Mugshots Aug 31, 2023

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As Donald Trump was hauled in and photographed in Fulton County, GA this week, his mug shot took the internet by storm with how unique and powerful it is while sparking discussion about chipping away at the monolith of certain voting cleavages. Meanwhile, the GOP primary debate took place without Trump's presence or wind in its sails, leading to many bemoaning it as auditions for VP. But the medium itself is showing its age and how little it serves voters. Plus: as splits and subdividing factions take over the Right, Americans should take note and react accordingly.

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