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The Good Fight

Yascha Mounk
China
Taiwan
Liberalism
Authoritarian Economic Statecraft
CCP
Populism
Freedom
Beijing Rules
Identity Politics
Republicanism
Democracy
Donald Trump
Guatemala
Artificial Intelligence
Harvard University
Corruption
Working Class
Democratic Party
Bernardo Arévalo
Klaviyo

"The Good Fight," the podcast that searches for the ideas, policies and strategies that can beat authoritarian populism.Please do listen and spread the word about The Good Fight.If you have not yet signed up for our podcast, please do so now by following this link on your phone.Email: goodfightpod@gmail.comTwitter: @Yascha_MounkWebsite: www.persuasion.community

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Recent Guests

Damon Linker
Writer and commentator, author of the Notes from the Middleground Substack
Substack
Episode: Damon Linker on Why Trump 2.0 Is More Destructive Than Anyone Expected
Ian Bassin
Executive director of Protect Democracy and former associate White House counsel under Barack Obama
Protect Democracy
Episode: Ian Bassin on How to Save American Democracy from Trump
Rebecca Goldstein
Acclaimed author and philosopher
Episode: Rebecca Goldstein on Why Humans Need to Matter
Amanda Ripley
Co-founder of Good Conflict and author of the book High Conflict.
Good Conflict
Episode: The Good Fight Club: Maduro’s Capture, Trump’s Foreign Policy Vision, and the Future of American Power
George Packer
Staff writer at The Atlantic and author of the book The Emergency.
The Atlantic
Episode: The Good Fight Club: Maduro’s Capture, Trump’s Foreign Policy Vision, and the Future of American Power
Kelly Born
Inaugural Director of the Democracy, Rights, and Governance Initiative at the Packard Foundation, focusing on the intersection of AI and democracy.
Packard Foundation
Episode: Kelly Born on All the Ways AI Is Changing Politics
Timothy Garton Ash
Author of 'Homelands: A Personal History of Europe' and 'The Substant History of the Present'
Episode: The Good Fight Club: Can Europe Control Its Fate?
Sabina Ćudić
President of a social liberal party in Bosnia-Herzegovina and Vice President of the European Liberals in the Council of Europe
Social Liberal Party
Episode: The Good Fight Club: Can Europe Control Its Fate?
Nathalie Tocci
Director of the Institute of International Affairs in Rome and Professor of Practice at SAIS
Institute of International Affairs
Episode: The Good Fight Club: Can Europe Control Its Fate?

Host

Yascha Mounk
Host of The Good Fight, Yascha Mounk is recognized for his engaging interview style and his ability to challenge assumptions thoughtfully during discussions with various guests. His approach maintains a balance between rigorous inquiry and respect for differing viewpoints, making him a well-regarded figure in contemporary political discourse.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • Just one thing!

    You are a well informed fellow and you interview interesting people. But you have a terrible habit of interrupting your guests, to give a long winded opinion of your own, when we really wanted to hear what the guest was going to say. You would improve your podcast a hundred fold by quitting the verbose interruptions. Otherwise you could quit having guests and just do opinion pieces.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    lcv147146
    New Zealand7 months ago
  • David Leonhardt

    This episode was by far the best explanation of the link between immigration and the rise of the far right I have heard across my rather excessive political podcast listening. The example of Denmark as a country that has managed to see off the right, by in part neutralising the immigration issue. Many thanks Yascha

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    agah1971
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Kevin Mitchell podcast

    This particular podcast was somewhat irritating. Mitchell was no more convincing in the podcast than his book was.

    Yascha tried to gently and patiently push back on Mitchell’s dismissive attitude towards the determinist camp, but with little effect.

    Mitchell again lays out (well), how determinism exists and functions in simple systems… it that at some point magic happens, and the “I” becomes responsible.

    Complexity is an insufficient argument for free will. As with his book, Mitchell actual... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    naturally critical
    Canada9 months ago
  • Uninteresting

    I get it. I know why black republicans are super popular on the right. But Coleman Hughes has such thin ideas. I swear I was able to finish half of his sentences, because no matter the question he responds the same. How can you claim to be a critique of some of the most thoughtful, researched, intelligent, and insightful white, black, Indian, and Jewish race scholars in this country when you yourself constantly claim not having any answers or personal theories of your own.

    I honestly can’t beli... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Arwoke
    United States10 months ago
  • Getting Lazy

    I have been a big fan of this podcast for several years. I have appreciated Yascha’s willingness to talk about the uncritical nature of the identity politics-branch of the left. This was very helpful 3-5 years ago. Now the thinking seems to have ossified around Yascha’s book and detached from the moment. Talking about gender pronouns with James McWhorter seems lazy and, worse, boring given the upheaval of our time.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    GloucesterJ
    United States10 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many highlight the high caliber of guests and the depth of insights they provide, praising the show's intellectual rigor.
Some express frustration over the host's tendency to interrupt guests, suggesting it detracts from the overall listening experience.
There are remarks about the need for improved audio quality and occasional excessive advertising breaks that disrupt the flow.
Overall, feedback is largely positive, noting the show as a vital platform for critical discourse in today's political climate.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful dialogues and nuanced discussions that challenge existing narratives.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Rebecca Goldstein on Why Humans Need to Matter
Q: What are the four different kinds of mattering?
Goldstein outlines transcendent, social, heroic, and competitive mattering as the primary ways humans seek to fulfill their need to matter.
Rebecca Goldstein on Why Humans Need to Matter
Q: Why do you think most human beings have this deep need to matter?
Goldstein explains that it derives from our capacity for self-reflection and the inherent unease we feel if we do not perceive ourselves as mattering to the world.
Damon Linker on Why Trump 2.0 Is More Destructive Than Anyone Expected
Q: How do we maneuver between these different facts about the rule of law in the United States?
My assessment of it is it's a mixed bag, but in general, it's bad. The trajectory is quite bad.
Damon Linker on Why Trump 2.0 Is More Destructive Than Anyone Expected
Q: What is your overall assessment 365 days in?
This administration seems to be more impactful and more extreme than even the pessimists expected 12 months ago.
Ian Bassin on How to Save American Democracy from Trump
Q: Where do we add with election security in the United States now and with Donald Trump's ability to subvert elections?
The U.S. election system has proven remarkably resilient, and while Trump will attempt to undermine it, the system has held up well in recent elections, although vigilance is necessary moving forward.

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This podcast explores critical ideas, policies, and strategies aimed at combating authoritarian populism. With episodes featuring discussions on varied topics such as political history, democracy, capitalism, and the intricacies of global governance, listeners can expect thought-provoking dialogues that frequently challenge prevailing narratives. An engaging blend of guest insights from academia, media, and various industries makes the content both informative and relevant, providing clarity in a complex socio-political landscape. The host's interviewing style promotes depth and encourages guests to engage deeply with issues, allowing listeners to gain nuanced perspectives.

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3. Rebecca Goldstein
4. Amanda Ripley
5. George Packer
6. Kelly Born
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