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The Good Fight

Yascha Mounk
Donald Trump
Artificial Intelligence
Liberalism
Democracy
China
Democratic Party
Free Speech
Social Media
Populism
United States
Ukraine
Political Polarization
Identity Politics
Trump Administration
Covid-19
Climate Change
Political Violence
Immigration
Venezuela
Machine Learning

"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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We’re on vacation this week, so are rerunning a fun “beach read” episode exploring if your nearest and dearest could be psychopaths.

Miss us already? In an event exclusively for readers of American Purpose and Persuasion, Yascha Mounk will be interv... more

Yascha Mounk and Francis Fukuyama discuss his lifelong hobbies—from building furniture to robotics—and why they might save us in the age of big tech.

Francis Fukuyama is the Olivier Nomellini Senior Fellow at Stanford University. His latest book is ... more

Yascha Mounk and Francis Fukuyama delve into 9/11, the hubris of humanitarian intervention, and the letter he regretted signing.

Francis Fukuyama is the Olivier Nomellini Senior Fellow at Stanford University. His latest book is In the Realm of the L... more

Yascha Mounk and Adam Bodnar examine why Poland’s celebrated victory over illiberalism is now very much in doubt.

Adam Bodnar is a Professor of Law at SWPS University in Warsaw, heading the Department for Rule of Law and Human Rights. He is also a S... more

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Recent Guests

Adam Bodnar
Former Minister of Justice of Poland; advocate for the rule of law
Poland (Government)
Episode: Adam Bodnar on Why Defeating Populists at the Ballot Box Isn’t Enough
Claude Steele
Distinguished psychologist, professor of psychology emeritus at Stanford University
Stanford University
Episode: Claude Steele on the Hidden Stress of Diverse Spaces
Linda Chavez
Vice chair of Renew Democracy Initiative
Renew Democracy Initiative
Episode: The Good Fight Club: Refounding Liberalism, Gen Z’s Political Instincts, and a Watergate Ghost Story
John Harpham
Assistant Professor of Classics and Letters at the University of Oklahoma; author
University of Oklahoma
Episode: John Harpham on the Intellectual Origins of American Slavery
Deirdre Nansen McCloskey
World-renowned economic historian; Isaiah Berlin Chair in Liberal Thought at the Cato Institute
Cato Institute
Episode: Deirdre McCloskey on What Really Caused the Industrial Revolution
Arvind Narayanan
Professor of computer science at Princeton University
Princeton University
Episode: Arvind Narayanan on Why AI Isn’t All That Revolutionary
Ivan Krastev
Holder of the Albert Hirschman Permanent Fellowship at the Institute for Human Sciences in Vienna; interim rector
Institute for Human Sciences, Vienna
Episode: Ivan Krastev on Why America Has Lost Faith in Itself
Charles Fain Lehman
Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute
Manhattan Institute
Episode: Charles Fain Lehman on Why Cities Got Safer
Claire Ainsley
British policy expert and political strategist, director of a center-left renewal project at the Progressive Policy Institute
Progressive Policy Institute
Episode: The Good Fight Club: Why the Center Left Is Losing, the Squad vs. the Median Voter, and How Patriotism Wins Elections

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Yascha Mounk
Host of The Good Fight

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • Yascha should talk less and listen more

    Great guest, and topics… however Yascha should talk less and listen more.

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    Sunlit Mechanism
    Canada3 months ago
  • AI could do this better

    The most peculiar thing about ideologues (and centrist liberals who believe themselves to be non-ideological are the greatest example of this) is how dependably predictable their minds are. History, facts, electoral results, etc… that contradict their ideological positions can always be contextualized as the exception that proves the rule or brushed away as “agree to disagree (but ultimately I’m right wink, wink)”. A little policy nudge here, a think tank report there, sprinkle a light regulatio... more

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    Arnej K
    United States5 months ago
  • Thoughtfully refreshing

    Rapidly becoming one of my favorite podcasts. He brings on very thoughtful guests and is, himself, conscientious and an adroit host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NoNickname4944
    United States7 months ago
  • 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.

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    lcv147146
    New Zealanda year 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

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    agah1971
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Hosts engaging, challenging questions that push guests to clarify ideas
Audience appreciates the open debate and wide range of perspectives
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Some listeners wish for less interruptions and more listening from the host

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Adam Bodnar on Why Defeating Populists at the Ballot Box Isn’t Enough
Q: What advice would you give an American administration facing similar post-populist dilemmas?
Document abuses thoroughly, foster civil society resilience, build independent oversight mechanisms, ensure fair trials, and balance accountability with legalism so reforms stay legitimate and durable; avoid shortcuts that undermine institutions.
Adam Bodnar on Why Defeating Populists at the Ballot Box Isn’t Enough
Q: What kinds of institutional reforms were necessary to restore judicial independence, and what limits did you face?
He describes reforms to protect judicial independence while avoiding a breakdown in governance: strengthening the National Council of Judiciary, revising how judges are appointed, and using external bodies like EU courts and Venice Commission opinions to guide reform, all while navigating presidential vetoes and political resistance.
The Eras of Francis Fukuyama: How States Form
Q: What do you see as the core elements that produce a modern, capable state?
A modern state requires a monopoly on force, a trained and merit-based bureaucracy, robust taxation, legal codes that restrain rulers, and institutions that separate religious and political authority to prevent a single point of failure. Geography and culture can influence how these elements come together, but the basic toolkit is universal if properly implemented.
The Eras of Francis Fukuyama: How States Form
Q: Tell us about your shift in thinking from supporting intervention in Iraq to criticizing the post-invasion order.
I moved from thinking that removing a dictator could catalyze democracy to recognizing that without durable state capacity and a credible plan to stabilize, rebuild, and govern, the outcome risks destabilization and civil conflict. This shift came from observing parallel failures in Afghanistan and Vietnam and from recognizing that legitimacy and institution-building must accompany force.
The Eras of Francis Fukuyama: His Life and Ideas
Q: How did your intellectual journey lead you from French postmodernism to a broader inquiry into political order and liberalism?
He explains his exposure to Straussian thought, the allure and later skepticism toward French postmodernism, and how experiences in France and at Yale redirected his focus toward political theory, then to broader interdisciplinary work at Harvard and beyond.

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Thoughtful, idea-driven conversations that frequently center on liberalism, democracy, and statecraft, with frequent deep-dives into political theory, economic history, and AI as it relates to policy. Guests range from prominent political philosophers and economists to historians and technologists, often analyzing long-running public issues through a rigorous, literature-informed lens. Noteworthy is the sustained emphasis on building robust institutions, improving governance, and reconciling individual rights with collective norms, all anchored by a calm, probing host style. A practical hook for potential listeners is the mix of theoretical exploration and contemporary application, plus integrated sponsor reads that occasionally nudge liste... more

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2. Claude Steele
3. Linda Chavez
4. John Harpham
5. Deirdre Nansen McCloskey
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7. Ivan Krastev
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