使用Player FM应用程序离线!
The Hijacking of American Conservatism
Manage episode 428129378 series 3410733
How did conservatism in America become the bizarre mess it is today? To help us explore this question, Rick welcomes Joe Conason, author of "The Longest Con: How Grifters, Swindlers, and Frauds Hijacked American Conservatism." Together, they explore the historical trajectory of the conservative movement in America, from the professional anti-communists of the 1950s and 60s to the rise of the Tea Party and the ultimate grift of Donald Trump. Conason delves into the intricate scams and deceitful tactics used by key figures and organizations, revealing how political manipulation and financial exploitation have shaped modern conservatism.
Timestamps:
(00:01:49) The Longest Con
(00:07:59) The conservative grift culture
(00:18:29) The start of the Tea Party movement
Follow Resolute Square:
Find out more at Resolute Square
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
201集单集
Manage episode 428129378 series 3410733
How did conservatism in America become the bizarre mess it is today? To help us explore this question, Rick welcomes Joe Conason, author of "The Longest Con: How Grifters, Swindlers, and Frauds Hijacked American Conservatism." Together, they explore the historical trajectory of the conservative movement in America, from the professional anti-communists of the 1950s and 60s to the rise of the Tea Party and the ultimate grift of Donald Trump. Conason delves into the intricate scams and deceitful tactics used by key figures and organizations, revealing how political manipulation and financial exploitation have shaped modern conservatism.
Timestamps:
(00:01:49) The Longest Con
(00:07:59) The conservative grift culture
(00:18:29) The start of the Tea Party movement
Follow Resolute Square:
Find out more at Resolute Square
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
201集单集
所有剧集
×欢迎使用Player FM
Player FM正在网上搜索高质量的播客,以便您现在享受。它是最好的播客应用程序,适用于安卓、iPhone和网络。注册以跨设备同步订阅。