The Charles C. W. Cooke Podcast Episode 77: This Podcast Is Huge in Greenland
Jan 10, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Jonah Goldberg, Editor-in-chief of The Dispatch, and Michael Brendan Dougherty, National Review contributor, delve into the provocative idea of the U.S. absorbing Canada and the outlandish notion of invading Greenland. They explore the implications of cultural assimilation and the complexities of national identities, while sharing humorous insights on geopolitical dynamics. With a keen eye on history and politics, they navigate the ethical debates surrounding these ideas, making for a lively and thought-provoking conversation.
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A Kamala Harris Hagiography
- Charles Cooke reads excerpts from Kamala, Her Historic, Joyful, and Auspicious Sprint to the White House.
- The book, a Christmas gift, presents a glowing, arguably unrealistic portrayal of Kamala Harris's presidential campaign.
Americanizing Canada
- Jonah Goldberg argues that absorbing Canada would benefit the U.S. more than it would harm it.
- He believes the U.S. would successfully Americanize Canadians, given its strong economy and cultural influence.
Canadian Influence on US Politics
- Cooke questions how Americanization would work, given Canada's distinct cultural identity and left-leaning politics.
- He foresees an immediate leftward shift in the U.S. Senate and presidency if Canada became a series of states.
