Interesting pol sci podcast that purveys a cosy, middle-class viewpoint
The episode on fascism (Dec ’22) shows both the strength and weakness of this podcast. The hosts were at their erudite best chatting about political science and history, but, boy, did they cherry-pick their arguments. They have clearly never experienced fascists marching on their streets. Wagner Group, Casa Pound, the Proud Boys (who btw WERE in uniform on the steps of Congress on Jan 6th) etc all got a pass. Instead, Dorian and Ian chose to knock over a series of straw dolls. Very disappointing. Other episodes may be better. I hope so.
MBelderson via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 03/29/23
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Series 2 is off with a bang! Smart, funny, informed, this is a chewy pod hosted by two people with a real ability to make mad, esoteric ideas accessible…!
SisuShambles via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 11/15/22
Keep up the good work Ian Dorian & Team! Heaven knows we need more well read research in these times.
Ellundel via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 05/31/22
The attraction of a podcast series like this is either knowledgable hosts or a wealth of research and there’s neither here. Reminds me of being an undergrad and cramming limited research so I could turn something in.
dbather via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 06/27/22
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