Philip Nash
Academic historian and author of the book being discussed (Clare Boothe Luce: American Renaissance Woman); specializes in 20th-century U.S. political and foreign relations history and served as the episode's featured guest.
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Nov 17, 2025 • 1h 5min
Philip Nash, "Clare Boothe Luce: American Renaissance Woman" (Routledge, 2022)
Historian Philip Nash dives into the life of Clare Boothe Luce, an extraordinary figure of 20th-century America. He explores her ideological shifts, revealing the complexities of her conservative feminism. Nash also discusses Luce's theatrical talent that enhanced her political influence and her unique relationships with iconic women like Eleanor Roosevelt. Delving into her controversial ambassadorship and surprising findings, he highlights how Luce navigated a male-dominated landscape while leaving a lasting legacy.
Nov 17, 2025 • 1h 5min
Philip Nash, "Clare Boothe Luce: American Renaissance Woman" (Routledge, 2022)
Philip Nash, an academic historian and author, discusses his biography of Clare Boothe Luce, an extraordinary figure in 20th-century America. They explore Luce's multifaceted life as a playwright, Congresswoman, and ambassador while addressing her ideological complexities and shifts. Nash highlights Luce's theatrical skills that aided her political career and her complicated relationships with prominent women of her time, such as Eleanor Roosevelt. He also shares surprising findings from his research, including Luce's evolving feminism and her intriguing ambassadorship experiences.
