The podcast dives into the historical roots of the anti-DEI movement, linking it to past backlashes against civil rights. Hosts discuss the PC wars of the 90s and anti-affirmative action efforts from previous decades. They analyze the concept of the ‘silent majority’ and how political language creates victimization narratives. Additionally, the complex evolution of affirmative action and the ongoing struggle for justice and inclusion are examined. The conversation emphasizes the need for dialogue around these critical societal issues.
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Spring and Puddles
Jody Avergan talks about riding a bike over a bridge for the first time, signifying spring's arrival.
Kelly Carter Jackson shares an anecdote about her daughter sledding into a puddle.
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Podcast Name Change
"This Day" podcast simplifies its name, dropping "In Esoteric Political History."
Host Jody Avergan explains the rationale, aiming for broader historical discussions.
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Modern Lavender Scare?
The hosts discuss current political anxieties, including anti-trans sentiment and the Trump administration.
Nicole Hemmer connects the current political climate to the Lavender Scare of 1947.
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Written in 1951, God and Man at Yale is a critical examination of Yale University's undergraduate education by William F. Buckley Jr., who had just graduated from the institution. The book argues that Yale's faculty were undermining the university's founding ethos of Christian humanism by promoting atheism, collectivism, and Keynesian economics. Buckley criticized specific courses and professors for their hostility to religion and individualism, suggesting that this was a betrayal of the values held by Yale's alumni. The book is considered a seminal work in the American conservative movement and had a significant impact on Buckley's career and public profile.
The Selling of the President
Joe McGinniss
The book describes the marketing of Richard Nixon during the 1968 presidential campaign, highlighting how his advertising team, including Roger Ailes and others, remade his public image to appeal to voters. It details the use of television commercials, scripted events, and other media tactics to present Nixon in a more favorable light. The book is considered a classic of political journalism and campaign reporting, revealing the significant influence of image making in political campaigns.
Illiberal Education
Dinesh D’Souza
There's an anti-DEI push taking place under the Trump administration -- is it just another in the long cycle of backlashes going all the way to reconstruction?
Welcome to our latest "Some Sunday Context" conversation. Jody, Niki, and Kellie discuss the PC wars of the 90s, anti-affirmative action efforts of the 70s and 80s, and more. Plus, quick reactions to the latest news, from anti-trans efforts to the showdown between Trump, Vance and Zelenskyy.
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