Ep. 784 - Iran, You Ran, We All Ran

The Lord of the Rings, written by J.R. R. Tolkien, is an epic high fantasy novel set in Middle-earth. The story follows Frodo Baggins, a hobbit who inherits the One Ring from his uncle Bilbo. The Ring, forged by Sauron, holds the power to control all other Rings of Power and must be destroyed in the fires of Mount Doom to prevent Sauron's return. Frodo is joined by a fellowship of other characters, including Gandalf the Grey, Samwise Gamgee, Aragorn, Legolas, Gimli, and Boromir, as they embark on a dangerous quest across Middle-earth. The novel explores themes of good vs. evil, the corrupting influence of power, and the struggle between fate and free will.

In Unfreedom of the Press, Mark R. Levin argues that the tradition of American free press has deteriorated into a profession lacking in reportorial integrity and objective journalism. The book takes readers on a historical journey through the early American patriot press, the early Republic, and the evolution of the press during the Progressive Era and the 20th century. Levin critiques the modern press for its partisan alignment and hypocrisy in claiming objectivity while engaging in biased reporting. He also references historical self-examinations of the media, such as the Hutchins Commission, to underscore the long-standing issues within the press. The book is notable for its extensive use of primary sources to illustrate media biases and inaccuracies.