Author Arthur Goldwag discusses American paranoia and the upcoming solar eclipse. They delve into conspiracy theories, historical perspectives on eclipses, and the allure of QAnon. The conversation touches on intelligence operations, online communities, media influence, and post-election fallout.

Authors Ruth Ben-Ghiat and Arthur Goldwag discuss Trump's disturbing interviews, America's susceptibility to conspiracies, and the battle over mail-in ballots. The podcast explores the dangers of rising fascism, Trump's vision for an 'Imperial America,' and the need for a pro-democracy movement against autocracy in the US.