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Richard Aldous

Episode 151: Sean McMeekin on the Rise and Fall (and Rise) of Communism

OCT 17, 202434 MIN
Bookstack

Episode 151: Sean McMeekin on the Rise and Fall (and Rise) of Communism

OCT 17, 202434 MIN

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<p>In this week’s episode, host Richard Aldous talks to fellow Bard College historian Sean McMeekin about his new book, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/sean-mcmeekin/to-overthrow-the-world/9781541601963/?lens=basic-books"><em>To Overthrow the World: The Rise and Fall and Rise of Communism</em></a> (Basic Books).</p><p><em>Bookstack</em> is now a production of <em>American Purpose</em> at <em>Persuasion</em>.</p><p>Follow <em>Persuasion </em>on <a target="_blank" href="http://twitter.com/JoinPersuasion">Twitter</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/persuasion-community/">LinkedIn</a>, and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsyw69DKDfr9Vj1PkRmnI7w">YouTube</a> to keep up with our latest articles, podcasts, and events, as well as updates from excellent writers across our network.</p><p>And, to receive pieces like this in your inbox and support our work, subscribe below. Bookstack listeners can take advantage of a 20% offer for paid <em>Persuasion</em> membership, with access to special columns and bonus <em>Good Fight with Yascha Mounk </em>podcast content.</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://www.persuasion.community/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_2">www.persuasion.community/subscribe</a>