Astral Codex Ten Podcast Dictator Book Club: Chavez
Nov 9, 2023
Guest Chavez, a controversial dictator, discussed topics such as Chavez's televised appearances, his rise to power, clashes with PDVSA, and his entertaining and narcissistic nature. It also compares him to Trump and reflects on his legacy.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Chavez's Televised Appearances and Impromptu Decision-Making
02:47 • 2min
Chavez TV Game Show and Minister Firings
05:06 • 5min
The Rise of Hugo Chavez: From Baseball Player to Left-Wing Leader
09:59 • 7min
Chavez's Revenge: The Tuscón List and Mysanta
17:15 • 3min
Rise of Power and Clashes with PDVSA
19:46 • 22min
The Entertaining and Narcissistic Nature of Chavez: A Left-wing Trump
41:49 • 4min