

Episode 60: Write and Ron
May 2, 2024
Peter Robinson, speechwriter for President Reagan, discusses writing the iconic 'Tear Down This Wall' speech. They talk about Reagan's working style, the intense atmosphere before the speech, and reflections on women in power and societal shifts.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Journey to Writing for Presidents
02:53 • 10min
Challenging Credentialism and Literary Influence
13:10 • 5min
Reflections on Dartmouth and Ronald Reagan
18:24 • 12min
Exploring the Intriguing Personalities of John Kennedy Jr. and Ronald Reagan
30:17 • 4min
Exploration of Speechwriting and Reagan's Working Style
34:25 • 3min
The Preparation and Delivery of a Momentous Speech
37:54 • 30min
Reflections on Women in Power and Socioeconomic Shifts
01:08:16 • 4min