62: John Birch Society pt. 1 - Everyone is a Communist

Oct 26, 2021

Dive into the shadowy origins of the John Birch Society and its founder, Robert Welch, as they explore the group's anti-communist fervor and how its ideas permeate modern politics. Revel in bizarre connections between paranoia and privilege, as well as the society's controversial take on civil rights and decolonization. With a dash of humor and historical insights, the speakers critique individualism versus collectivism, breaking down how right-wing extremism shapes America's ideological landscape.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Unveiling the John Birch Society

01:41 • 16min

Unveiling the John Birch Society

17:47 • 21min

Decolonization and Communism: A Conspiratorial Lens

39:07 • 12min

Spengler's Civilization and America's Ideological Landscape

51:26 • 13min

Controversial Organizations and Civil Rights

01:04:18 • 4min

Power and Paradox: The John Birch Society

01:08:41 • 7min