
Biweekly conversations between Richard Aldous, Bard College professor and distinguished historian, and authors on their newest books. www.persuasion.community
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 323 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsBooksSociety & Culture | |||

Bookstack at Persuasion is delivered to you every other Sunday at 6am EST. Grab a coffee, settle onto the couch, and see your weekend out with a deep dive into the best new book releases…
This week, Richard Aldous talks to Georgios Varouxakis, autho... more
Bookstack at Persuasion is delivered to you every other Sunday at 6am EST. Grab a coffee, settle onto the couch, and see your weekend out with a deep dive into the best new book releases…
For our first episode of 2026, Richard talks to Geoffrey Ward... more
Bookstack at Persuasion is delivered to you every other Sunday at 6am EST. Grab a coffee, settle onto the couch, and see your weekend out with a deep dive into the best new book releases…
This week, Richard talks to Kori Schake, author of The State ... more
Bookstack at Persuasion is delivered to you every other Sunday at 6am EST. Grab a coffee, settle onto the couch, and see your weekend out with a deep dive into the best new book releases…
This week, Richard talks to Shadi Hamid, author of The Case f... more
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Great topics. Very educational. Great host!
Excellent choice of books and a superb interviewer who adds to the conversation without getting in the way. Has pointed me toward fascinating books.
Great hosts, great questions, great guests
Great show that stays true to American Purpose’s mission of protecting liberal democracy and enlightening the public.
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.
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Biweekly conversations feature engaging discussions between a distinguished historian and various authors, who delve into their latest publications and the broader themes these works represent. The episodes often explore the intersection of literature, politics, history, and contemporary issues, providing listeners with rich insights and perspectives. Each guest brings their unique expertise, covering diverse topics ranging from civil-military relations, capitalism, democracy, and American history to personal narratives that reflect societal shifts.
This podcast is particularly noteworthy for its in-depth interviews that not only promote new books but also unpack complex ideas, allowing for a nuanced understanding of subjects that resonate... more
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