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Modern WisdomMay 16, 2020

#171 - Stephen Hicks - Socialism & Postmodernism For Dummies

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Liberalism Pro and ConExplaining Postmodernism
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Liberalism Pro and Con

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Explaining Postmodernism

Indexed context: The host discusses the relationship between socialism and postmodernism, referencing the book 'Explaining Postmodernism' to illustrate how the failur…

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Stephen Hicks is a Professor at Rockford University and an author. Socialism & Postmodernism are terms thrown around a lot but I don't really understand what they are. Thankfully Stephen does. Expect to learn a great primer on the foundational principles underpinning socialism and post modernism, how these movements came about, whether socialism can work in modern society, whether postmodernism came about because of the failings of socialism and much more...
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Liberalism Pro and Con
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The book is a primer that presents 15 powerful arguments for liberalism and 15 anti-liberal arguments, aiming to educate readers on complex political issues.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: university level students and thoughtful individuals
Indexed context: So my marketing pitch for the book is, before you make up your mind about anything in politics, these are the 30 arguments, pro and con, that you need to know.
The host mentions 'Liberalism Pro and Con' as a comprehensive resource that presents both sides of the liberalism debate. This book is aimed at helping readers understand complex political arguments before forming their own opinions.
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Explaining Postmodernism
Best for Individuals interested in political theory and philosophyOften cited around postmodernism and socialism

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The speaker references their book 'Explaining Postmodernism' in relation to the failure of socialism and the necessity of postmodernism.

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For: Individuals interested in political theory and philosophy
Indexed context: you said that the failure of socialism made postmodernism necessary.
The host discusses the relationship between socialism and postmodernism, referencing the book 'Explaining Postmodernism' to illustrate how the failure of socialism has made postmodernism necessary. This connection highlights the psychological implications of individual responsibility in a liberal society and the current global yearning for socialism.
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