Ruth Ben-Ghiat #764

Ruth Ben-Ghiat #764

I deeply enjoyed my conversation with Ruth Ben-Ghiat, author of the timely new book, Strongmen: From Mussolini to the Present. Her knowledge and perspective on authoritarians and in particular Trump is expansive and timely. This exchange was a fascinating deep dive...
Dr. Edward J. Watts #514

Dr. Edward J. Watts #514

What a fascinating journey to spend some time in deep dialogue with well-known history professor and author Dr. Edward J. Watts.  He is the brilliant author of the illuminating book on the Roman empire, Mortal Republic: How Rome Fell Into Tyranny.  We also talk about...
James W. Loewen #435

James W. Loewen #435

James W. Loewen wrote a book, Lies My Teacher Told Me, that changed my life and set me off on a journey of historical discovery that continues to this day.  For him to come on my show, What Matters Most, is the icing on the cake.  Jim was an amazing guest and a...