#176- Hilaire du Berrier's Background to Betrayal: The Tragedy of Vietnam Part 1

The hosts discuss a book called 'Background to Betrayal: The Tragedy of Vietnam' by Hilaire Du Berrier, reading its introduction and providing historical context for the conflict in Vietnam. They also talk about their recent experiences with farming and their excitement about getting new agricultural tools. They discuss books they have read, including Dorothy Johnson's 'Indian Country' and express mixed opinions about Marshall McLuhan's book 'The Medium is the Massage.' They explore the adventurous life of Hilaire du Berrier, delve into the John Birch Society's battle against communism, discuss the French loss in Indochina, and highlight the incoherence of American foreign policy in Vietnam.