The Troubadour Podcast The American Mind Then and Now with C. Bradley Thompson
Mar 20, 2020
C. Bradley Thompson discusses the moral history of the American Revolution and ways to reignite the fire of liberty. They explore the impact of Enlightenment ideas, the evolution of truth from the revolutionary era to the present day, and the balance between government responses to threats and individual freedoms. The podcast delves into the relationship between democracy and liberty, emphasizing the importance of education and self-responsibility in promoting freedom.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Notion of a 'Redneck Office' and Academic Engagement
02:05 • 2min
Evolution of Writing Process
04:01 • 8min
America's Revolutionary Mind: Uncovering the Moral History of the American Revolution
12:01 • 22min
Reflections on Founding Members
33:56 • 7min
The Evolution of Truth: From Revolutionary Mindset to Post-Truth Era
40:28 • 12min
Government Response to Threats and Individual Freedom
52:10 • 29min
The Complex Interplay of Democracy and Liberty
01:20:43 • 22min