The Glenn Show TGS Live: The Moral Necessity of Self-Regard
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Dec 12, 2025 Robert Patton-Spruill joins Glenn Loury for a deep dive into Larry Summers's controversial exit from Harvard and his ban from the American Economics Association. They explore the nuances of public disgrace, with Glenn reflecting on his own fall from grace and the implications of guilt and remorse. They tackle complex themes like self-regard, distinguishing it from self-respect, and discuss the impact of narratives in shaping personal truth. Emphasizing the importance of family and recovery, this conversation invites listeners to reconsider their perceptions of scandal and redemption.
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Fall From 'Master Of The Universe'
- Glenn Loury recounts his 'master of the universe' period as a high-flying academic and public intellectual in the 1980s.
- He describes affairs, drugs, and a lifestyle that ultimately came crashing down around him.
FBI Vetting That Uncovered Personal Scandal
- Glenn describes how an FBI vetting for a government appointment exposed his relationship with a younger woman and led him to withdraw from consideration.
- The episode became public, led to an arrest booking, and inflicted professional and personal humiliation despite charges later being dropped.
Marriage And Career Aftermath
- Glenn recounts rebuilding his marriage after the scandal and the humiliating academic consequences he faced at Harvard.
- He lost an ethics teaching assignment and endured colleagues' judgment while some supported his recovery.
