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Is Kamala Harris Secretly Relieved? Lionel Shriver on the repudiation of wokeness, the volatility of a Trump presidency, and the newly relaxed Kamala Harris.

The Unspeakable Podcast

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Literary Boycotts and Cultural Conformity

This chapter examines the recent trend of literary authors boycotting Israeli institutions and critiques the resulting conformist mindset within the literary community. The speakers express concern over the intimidation faced by authors who challenge prevailing opinions, suggesting it threatens the vibrancy of literary events. They also reflect on the fatigue with political narratives and the impact of potential political changes on both the literary world and broader cultural dynamics.

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