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Hannah Arendt
Totalitarianism
Holocaust
Eichmann In Jerusalem
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The Origins Of Totalitarianism
Arendt's Concept Of Banality Of Evil
Zionism
Justice
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Nazism
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Woke Movement
Fake News
MAGA Movement
Social Cohesion
Group Polarization
Israeli Trial
Rudolf Kastner

This podcast offers close readings of Arendt’s books alongside engaging interviews and thought-provoking conversations in the spirit of Hannah Arendt, who thought loving the world means neither uncritical acceptance nor contemptuous rejection, but the unwavering facing up to and comprehension of that which is.

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In this final episode of 2025, Roger Berkowitz discusses the concluding chapters of Hannah Arendt’s On Revolution. He elaborates on Arendt's exploration of what she regards as the 'most mature' articulation of her political philosophy, particularly f... more

In this bonus episode of the podcast, host Roger Berkowitz explores the complex relationship between truth and politics. Speaking from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where he attended the Riyadh International Philosophy Conference, Berkowitz discusses the ero... more

In this bonus episode, recorded in collaboration with Radio Kingston, Roger Berkowitz talks with Blake Smith, a historian, essayist, and translator, about the impact of Hannah Arendt’s philosophy on gay politics. Smith provides insights into the life... more

In this episode, host Roger Berkowitz discusses the first two parts of the last chapter of Hannah Arendt’s On Revolution, in which Arendt argues that the American Revolution was successful due to its emphasis on stable, lasting institutions like the ... more

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Recent Guests

Blake Smith
Historian, essayist, and translator; former fellow at the University of Chicago and European University Institute.
Foreign Policy, American Affairs, Chronicle of Higher Education
Episode: Arendtian Praxis in Gay Politics with Blake Smith | Bonus Episode
Roger Berkowitz
Professor of Politics, Philosophy and Human Rights and founder of the Hannah Arendt Center at Bard College.
Hannah Arendt Center at Bard College
Episode: Joy and Fearlessness in Dark Times with Lisa Cypers Kamen | Bonus Episode
Sonita Alizadeh
Global Rhodes Scholar, human rights activist, rapper, and author
Hannah Arendt Center for Politics and Humanities
Episode: The Power of Voice with Sonita Alizadeh (Bard '23) | Bonus Episode
Greg Feldman
Professor in sociology at the University of Windsor and a political anthropologist
University of Windsor
Episode: Examining Totalitarian Trends with Greg Feldman | Bonus Episode
James Romm
James H. Ottaway Jr. Professor of Classics at Bard College and author of Plato and the Tyrant
Bard College
Episode: Plato and the Tyrant with James Romm | Bonus Episode
Ian Buruma
Cultural writer and professor of Human Rights and Journalism
Bard College
Episode: Staying Decent in an Indecent Society with Ian Buruma | Bonus Episode
Jim Fishkin
Author and leading figure in the deliberative democracy movement
Episode: Can Deliberation Cure Democracy? with James Fishkin | Bonus Episode
Thomas Wild
Research director of the Hannah Arendt Center and professor of German Studies and Literature at Bard College
Hannah Arendt Center
Episode: Exploring the New Critical Edition of The Life of the Mind | Bonus Episode
Wout Kornelissen
Professor of Philosophy of Law at Radboud University
Radboud University
Episode: Exploring the New Critical Edition of The Life of the Mind | Bonus Episode

Host

Roger Berkowitz
Host and Founding Director of the Hannah Arendt Center for Politics and Humanities, Roger Berkowitz engages listeners with thought-provoking interpretations of Hannah Arendt's works as well as contemporary issues.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 87 ratings
  • Grateful for this podcast

    This podcast has been so helpful as I read through The Origins of Totalitarianism. Thank you for sharing these talks and continuing to introduce readers to and deepen readers’ understanding of Arendt’s thought.

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    5
    Heatherhj
    United States3 months ago
  • Regular person review

    Now I am hooked. Wish I didn’t wait this long to start.

    This podcast sat in my feed for a long time before I had the courage to start listening.

    Today, I started with Episode 2 of Life of the Mind (which starts with chapter 1 of the book).

    So far this year (2025) this wonderful little episode is the first online experience that did not leave me in a state of high anxiety BUT somehow returned me back to the “real” world in a way that makes me feel better equipped to engage with it.

    The Q&... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WhenDoesItWork
    United States9 months ago
  • Brilliant. Generous. Timely.

    Brilliant. Generous. Timely.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kub64
    Canadaa year ago
  • Amazing free resource

    I feel like I’m back at Bard! I missed having regular access to such thought-provoking and important conversations

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    isa_bel g
    United Statesa year ago
  • Leary

    I have learned a lot listening to this podcast,I am grateful to be able to listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fepstein
    United States2 years ago

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The Revolutionary Tradition and its Lost Treasure (Parts III-IV) | On Revolution, Chapter 6
Q: What is your view on the superficiality of her conclusion about the United States Senate and the United States Supreme Court?
Roger Berkowitz acknowledges the concerns with the current roles of the Senate and the Supreme Court, noting that both have become more democratized, which may detract from their original function of serving as deliberative institutions and protecting public spirit.
The Revolutionary Tradition and Its Lost Treasure (Parts I-II) | On Revolution, Chapter 6
Q: Can the Senate and the Supreme Court succeed in preserving the revolutionary spirit?
Berkowitz discusses that Arendt believed they could, as they are the most conservative institutions meant to stabilize freedom.
JOY: Loving the World in Dark Times | Bonus Episode
Q: Has your thinking on joy changed based on the discussions you experience at the conference?
Yes, Berkowitz shares that his understanding of joy has evolved through various discussions and experiences at the conference, emphasizing that joy is not only an intellectual concept but also a visceral experience.
Foundation I: Constitution Liberatis | On Revolution, Chapter 4
Q: Is the conversation too optimistic in the current political climate?
While there is frustration, we can find common ground on many issues despite the challenges of polarization.
Foundation I: Constitution Liberatis | On Revolution, Chapter 4
Q: Is that a correct understanding of this notion of mutual contract that would say come out of the old New England town meetings?
Yes, the essence of mutual contract involves finding common ground in local governance.

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This podcast provides in-depth analyses of the works of a significant philosopher, characterized by detailed readings of her texts and enriching conversations that engage with contemporary themes. The discussions focus on her exploration of political freedom, the dynamics of revolutions, social justice, and the nuances of human relationships. Episodes often weave in various cultural and political contexts, demonstrating the relevance of philosophical inquiry in understanding modern societal challenges. Unique to this offering is the combination of scholarly examination coupled with listener interactions, fostering an inclusive intellectual community around complex ideas.

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