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Biweekly conversations between Richard Aldous, Bard College professor and distinguished historian, and authors on their newest books. www.persuasion.community

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Recent Guests

Phillips O'Brien
Author of the book War and Power, Who Wins Wars and Why
Public Affairs
Episode: Episode 173: Phillips O'Brien on War and Power
Phillip Taubman
Co-author of "McNamara at War, A New History"
Episode: Episode 172: Phillip and William Taubman on McNamara at War
William Taubman
Co-author of "McNamara at War, A New History"
Episode: Episode 172: Phillip and William Taubman on McNamara at War
Simon Ball
Author of 'Death to Order: A Modern History of Assassination'
Yale University Press
Episode: Episode 170: Simon Ball on A Modern History of Assassination
Ross Benes
Author of the book '1999: The Year Low Culture Conquered America and Kickstarted Our Bizarre Times'
University of Kansas Press
Episode: Episode 169: Ross Benes on Why 1999 Was the Year Low Culture Conquered America
Karen Elliott House
Author of The Man Who Would Be King, Mohammed Bin Salman and the Transformation of Saudi Arabia
Harper
Episode: Episode 168: Karen Elliott House on Mohammed Bin Salman and the Transformation of Saudi Arabia
Joan C. Williams
Author of the book 'Outclassed: How the Left Lost the Working Class and How to Win Them Back'
St. Martin's Press
Episode: Episode 167: Joan C. Williams on How the Left Lost the Working Class
Bryan Burrough
Author of The Gunfighters, How Texas Made the West Wild
Episode: Episode 166: Bryan Burrough on How Texas Gunfighters Made the West Wild
Matthew Klein
Author with Michael Pettis of 'Trade Wars are Class Wars'
Yale University Press
Episode: Episode 163: Matthew C. Klein on Why Trade Wars are Class Wars

Host

Richard Aldous
Host of captivating conversations focusing on contemporary literary works, engaging authors in-depth about their latest publications and the underlying societal themes.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Interesting

    Great topics. Very educational. Great host!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Project Pratt
    United States8 months ago
  • A Favourite Podcast on Mine

    Excellent choice of books and a superb interviewer who adds to the conversation without getting in the way. Has pointed me toward fascinating books.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PJM604
    Canada4 years ago
  • Excellent Show

    Great hosts, great questions, great guests

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leonickx
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    Great show that stays true to American Purpose’s mission of protecting liberal democracy and enlightening the public.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Classicrocklover238
    United States4 years ago
  • Interesting, informative discussions

    Richard Aldous is a terrific interviewer. He has a wealth of knowledge that feeds into the questions he poses to authors, and his style is engaging and enjoyable - the farthest that could be from the typical contentiousness one hears all around today.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Righty gal
    United States5 years ago

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The conversations are well-researched and encourage thoughtful exploration of contemporary issues.
The hosts' interviewing style is praised for being engaging without overshadowing guests.
Overall, the podcast is highly regarded for its significant insights into books and the societal contexts surrounding them.
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Episode 173: Phillips O'Brien on War and Power
Q: What further measures do you think are needed to end the war in Ukraine?
There could be real sanctions, and if the US wanted Ukraine to win, they could help it do that. However, neither administration has shown a desire for Ukraine to win the war.
Episode 173: Phillips O'Brien on War and Power
Q: So how do you interpret what has been going on in that regard between the president and his international allies?
People underestimate the importance of alliances; if you break down the alliance structure, it could lead to significant problems for the United States in international relations.
Episode 173: Phillips O'Brien on War and Power
Q: Is that still a pretty good definition of a great power?
It's a terrible definition; no power can maintain itself against all others, and there's actually no clear definition that works for what a great power is.
Episode 173: Phillips O'Brien on War and Power
Q: Was part of the problem that the United States saw essentially Russia as an equal?
Yes, to a certain degree; they underestimated the Ukrainians and overestimated the Russian military's capabilities, assuming them to be a smaller version of the US military.
Episode 173: Phillips O'Brien on War and Power
Q: So who does win wars?
The people who go into them usually lose because they don't know what they're getting into; the militaries and states and peoples' actions during the course of a war decide its outcome.

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What is Bookstack about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast features engaging discussions with authors who delve into their latest literary works, often addressing significant themes related to history, society, culture, and politics. Each episode presents an in-depth exploration of new publications, providing insights not only into the books themselves but also into the broader societal contexts they reflect or challenge. The conversations are led by an experienced historian, enhancing the depth and quality of the discussions. Unique to this show is its blend of literary critique with explorations of contemporary relevance, making it particularly appealing for listeners who appreciate literature's intersection with the current socio-political landscape.

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