Peter Sacks on Libertyland: Is America's Democracy Under Attack?
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Peter Sacks on Libertyland: Is America's Democracy Under Attack?
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Description
Welcome to the 'Lean to the Left' podcast! In this episode, host Bob Gatty interviews Peter Sacks, author of 'Libertyland', a gripping thriller that explores themes of individualism and political...
show moreSacks discusses his inspiration, his background in economics and journalism, and his transition from nonfiction to fiction writing. They delve into current political issues, the influence of Ayn Rand's ideology, and the potential future of American democracy.
Peter also talks about his previous award-winning works and his views on the intersection of politics, economics, and education in the United States. An engaging conversation about literature, politics, and society.
Bonus: In this episode, at about 8:00 minutes in, an uninvited guest appears. Can you tell me who/what makes his appearance?
00:00 Welcome to Lean to the Left Podcast00:08 Introducing Peter Sacks and Libertyland
01:58 Peter Sacks' Background and Career
03:48 The Inspiration Behind Libertyland08:05 Themes and Philosophical Insights in Libertyland
11:38 From Nonfiction to Fiction: Peter's Journey
15:20 Political Reflections and Current Events
18:05 The State of American Politics
20:02 The Threat of Trump and MAGA Movemen
t30:07 Concluding Thoughts and Where to Find Libertyland
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Author | Bob Gatty |
Organization | Bob Gatty |
Website | podcast.leantotheleft.net |
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