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Islands of Separateness

The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg

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Revisiting Historical Prisons and Cultural Discourse

This chapter examines the transformation of historical prisons, such as Alcatraz, into functional spaces while debating their cultural significance and financial implications. It further reflects on the influence of Edward Bellamy's novel 'Looking Backward' in shaping American thought, critiquing the neglect of historical literature in today's political discussions. The conversation highlights the consequences of a disconnect from historical knowledge on contemporary discourse, especially in the age of misinformation.

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