Keen On America cover image

The charming gay racist who invented modern American conservatism: Sam Tanenhaus on William F. Buckley's absurdly implausible contradictions

Keen On America

00:00

Paradoxes of an American Conservative Pioneer

This chapter delves into the intricate and contradictory aspects of a key figure in American conservatism, revealing how their upbringing and linguistic background inform their legacy. It also draws connections to notable American literature that contextualizes their impact on contemporary society.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app