

The End Of The World As Fred Knows It
Oct 24, 2024
Fred Kaplan, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and national security expert, dives into his novel "A Capital Calamity," which humorously explores the end of the world orchestrated by a consultant. He discusses the absurdity of airlines' no-smoking signs and reflects on the absurdity of modern politics, especially regarding Trump's influence and the anti-incumbent sentiment globally. Kaplan also contemplates the weight of personal responsibility in arms control, the unpredictability of political predictions, and the cultural divides affecting voter behavior.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Absurdity of No-Smoking Signs and a New Literary Perspective
02:04 • 6min
The Art of Writing and Reflection
07:51 • 6min
Navigating Conservative Ideals
13:25 • 13min
Upcoming Events and Political Reflections
26:25 • 2min
Voter Sentiment and Political Disconnect
28:52 • 12min