Revolutions 3.30- The 250th Episode
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Mar 16, 2015 Listener questions spark a lively tour through Roman history, the French Revolution, Oliver Cromwell, Lafayette, and the roots of modern republics. There’s also a dream dinner with David Hume, tips for exploring Rome, favorite books and generals, and a warning that economic inequality may one day force a reckoning.
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Host's Admiration for David Hume
- David Hume was the first philosopher that genuinely captivated me with his clear and sharp cutting through nonsense.
- I would love to sit and talk with him about whatever interests him.
Lessons From Revolutions Today
- Revolutions often slip into new despotism despite original aims for democracy.
- Early reforms by elites can prevent violent upheavals, but delaying aggravates social unrest.
The Birth of the Professional Revolutionary
- The French revolution created the archetype of the professional revolutionary.
- This intellectual and activist class now exists globally striving to overthrow governments.