#1554
Mentioned in 20 episodes
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
A Savage Journey to the Heart of the American Dream
Book • 1971
Published in 1971, 'Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas' is a novel written by Hunter S. Thompson, presented as a blend of journalism and fiction.
The story follows journalist Raoul Duke (Thompson's alter ego) and his attorney, Dr. Gonzo (based on Oscar Zeta Acosta), as they embark on a trip to Las Vegas to cover the Mint 400 motorcycle race.
However, their assignment quickly devolves into a chaotic and surreal journey fueled by a variety of recreational drugs.
The novel critiques American society, consumerism, and the failure of the 1960s counterculture, while also exploring the concept of the American Dream.
The narrative is characterized by its blurred lines between reality and fiction, reflecting Thompson's signature Gonzo journalism style.
The story follows journalist Raoul Duke (Thompson's alter ego) and his attorney, Dr. Gonzo (based on Oscar Zeta Acosta), as they embark on a trip to Las Vegas to cover the Mint 400 motorcycle race.
However, their assignment quickly devolves into a chaotic and surreal journey fueled by a variety of recreational drugs.
The novel critiques American society, consumerism, and the failure of the 1960s counterculture, while also exploring the concept of the American Dream.
The narrative is characterized by its blurred lines between reality and fiction, reflecting Thompson's signature Gonzo journalism style.
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Mentioned in 20 episodes
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Andrew Callaghan as a book he likes, although not as much as his straightforward reporting.
Andrew Callaghan as a book he likes, although not as much as his straightforward reporting.
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Tim Ferriss in the context of Jordan Peterson's recommended reading list and his familiarity with psychedelic research.
Tim Ferriss in the context of Jordan Peterson's recommended reading list and his familiarity with psychedelic research.
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#502: Jordan Peterson on Rules for Life, Psychedelics, The Bible, and Much More
Mentioned by Jordan Peterson as a famous book by Hunter S. Thompson.
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392. This Podcast Will Polarize You – And It Should | Matt Taibbi
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Raoul Pal in the context of the American Dream and its impact on individual expectations.
Raoul Pal in the context of the American Dream and its impact on individual expectations.
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Leo Laporte when talking about his friend Will Hurst, publisher of the San Francisco Examiner.
Leo Laporte when talking about his friend Will Hurst, publisher of the San Francisco Examiner.
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Mentioned by Raoul Pal in the context of the American Dream and its impact on individuals' expectations.
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Benicio Del Toro , stating that Wes Anderson's script reminded him a lot of Hunter S. Thompson's writing.
Benicio Del Toro , stating that Wes Anderson's script reminded him a lot of Hunter S. Thompson's writing.
Benicio Del Toro
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Joe Rogan and 
Christopher Ryan in relation to audiobook narration and the author's unique style.
Joe Rogan and Christopher Ryan in relation to audiobook narration and the author's unique style.
#1369 - Christopher Ryan
Mentioned by Noodle as a book that is the basis for a movie that propagates a lie about adrenochrome.
The Art of the Gaslight
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Ryan Holiday as one of his favorite authors, highlighting Thompson's masterful journalism and deep understanding of human nature.
Ryan Holiday as one of his favorite authors, highlighting Thompson's masterful journalism and deep understanding of human nature.
Timothy Denevi on Hunter S Thompson and the Art of Journalism (Part 1)
