Last Podcast On The Left Episode 544: Hardcore Historians - An Interview with Dan Carlin
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Sep 1, 2023 Podcast luminary Dan Carlin, mastermind behind 'Hardcore History', discusses the importance of context in understanding history, the nuclear question and responsibility, the cultural divide between generations, transitioning from terrestrial radio to podcasting, connections between Alistair Crowley, Elrond Hubbard, and John D, practical things that can change history, choosing topics and early fascination with history, aliens and ufology, and gratitude for Dan Carlin's appearance and promotion of Hardcore History.
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Context is Key
- Context is crucial for understanding any situation, like a soap opera.
- Without context, facts can be easily misapplied, leading to misunderstandings.
Trust but Verify
- Carlin trusts historians but acknowledges they often disagree, creating "chocolate in my peanut butter" situations.
- The audience enjoys hearing different historical perspectives, enriching context.
The Spine of the Story
- Carlin's podcasts aren't just fact retellings; they have an artistic, philosophical element (the "spine").
- A "spine" is a recurring theme or question explored throughout an episode, adding depth and meaning.