

Episode 754: Reagan – His Life and Legend
Sep 22, 2024
Max Boot, a senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations and bestselling author, discusses his acclaimed biography of Ronald Reagan. He reveals Reagan's complex journey from a New Deal Democrat to a conservative icon. The conversation highlights Reagan's pivotal role in ending the Cold War, his dynamic relationship with Gorbachev, and the impactful 'A Time for Choosing' speech. Boot emphasizes the balance Reagan struck between ideology and pragmatism, a crucial lesson for today's political landscape.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Reagan and Lansdale: A Biographical Dialogue
02:30 • 5min
Unveiling Reagan: A Complex Legacy
07:57 • 8min
Investing in Precious Metals and Cloud Innovations
16:08 • 4min
Reagan and Gorbachev: A Complex Dynamic
20:30 • 12min
Investing in Precious Metals and Promoting Diverse Products
32:55 • 4min
Reagan's Path to Conservatism
36:55 • 11min
Exploring Reagan's Life and Legacy
47:49 • 4min