#329 - Michael Malice - Is Anarchy The Answer?

Michael Malice

Well, this is all the answers that they want to know about historic.

there was a typo in the book you fix it you re-upload it and since it's print on demand instantly it's fixed

The only thing that had been somewhat comparable to what I was looking for was this book called Patterns of Anarchy from like the 60s.

Guest: Michael Malice

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Michael Malice is an author, political commentator & podcaster. No matter your perspective, politics isn't working very well at the moment. The world is divided along more lines than we can count and the powers that be don't seem to have the electorate's best interests at heart. Is the solution just to tear it all down? Expect to learn why Michael refuses to vote, what the hardest question for anarchy to answer is, why a democracy doesn't give you choice, why I've been forgetting words recently, what we're going to do about our cancelled Russia trip and much more...

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Lysander Spooner

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Michael Malice

Best for Individuals curious about anarchism and political theoryOften cited around anarchy and politics

“The anarchist handbook will be linked in the show notes below at michael malice on twitter and all of that other good stuff.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: anarchy and politics

For: Individuals curious about anarchism and political theory

Key quote: “Well, this is all the answers that they want to know about historic.”

The host discusses Michael Malice's perspective on anarchy and the political landscape, highlighting the relevance of Malice's book, 'The Anarchist Handbook'. The book serves as a comprehensive resource for those interested in understanding anarchist thought through historical essays from prominent anarchists.

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Best for aspiring authors and self-publishersOften cited around self-publishing advantages

“I did a book a few years ago called Concierge Confidential I was the co-author and there's a typo page the end of page chapter one says I'm about to t-o-o.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: self-publishing advantages

For: aspiring authors and self-publishers

Key quote: “there was a typo in the book you fix it you re-upload it and since it's print on demand instantly it's fixed”

The host mentions 'Concierge Confidential' to illustrate the benefits of self-publishing, particularly the ability to quickly correct errors and adapt to market trends. This experience highlights the contrast between traditional publishing delays and the agility of modern self-publishing methods.

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Best for Readers interested in anarchist theory and contemporary political discourse.Often cited around anarchist ideas and legitimacy

“The only thing that had been somewhat comparable to what I was looking for was this book called Patterns of Anarchy from like the 60s.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: anarchist ideas and legitimacy

For: Readers interested in anarchist theory and contemporary political discourse.

Key quote: “The only thing that had been somewhat comparable to what I was looking for was this book called Patterns of Anarchy from like the 60s.”

The host mentioned 'Patterns of Anarchy' to highlight its significance as a foundational text in discussions about anarchism and its relevance in contemporary debates. They emphasized the book's enduring value and the unique process of updating it for modern audiences.

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Lysander Spooner

Best for Individuals interested in anarchist philosophy and historical political essays.Often cited around anarchism and historical essays

“The author mentions not being able to outdo Lysander Spooner when it comes to his essay on the Constitution.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: anarchism and historical essays

For: Individuals interested in anarchist philosophy and historical political essays.

Key quote: “I'm not going to outdo Lysander Spooner when it comes to his essay on the Constitution.”

The host mentions Lysander Spooner to highlight the importance of historical perspectives in understanding anarchism. Spooner's essay on the Constitution is presented as a significant contribution that the host feels unqualified to surpass.

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Don't Talk, Don't Think About Monkeys

Best for Individuals seeking to understand Tourette's syndrome better.Often cited around Tourette's syndrome misconceptions

“The speaker mentions a book about people with Tourette's, explaining how the condition is often misunderstood, using the analogy of a genie granting wishes on the condition that you don't think about monkeys.”

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Trigger: Tourette's syndrome misconceptions

For: Individuals seeking to understand Tourette's syndrome better.

Key quote: “using the analogy of a genie granting wishes on the condition that you don't think about monkeys.”

The host briefly mentions 'Don't Talk, Don't Think About Monkeys' to illustrate the misunderstandings surrounding Tourette's syndrome. The analogy used in the book helps clarify the complexities of the condition.

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The Anarchist's Cookbook

Best for Individuals interested in anarchism and political philosophy.Often cited around anarchy and media

“The author chose the name for their book to avoid confusion with The Anarchist's Cookbook, which is a very different sort of book.”

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Sentiment: Passing Reference

Trigger: anarchy and media

For: Individuals interested in anarchism and political philosophy.

Key quote: “Just do the homework. Leave me alone.”

The host mentions 'The Anarchist's Cookbook' to highlight the misconceptions surrounding anarchism and to encourage listeners to explore the topic themselves. He suggests that instead of relying on his interpretations, people should read historical essays from prominent anarchists to gain a deeper understanding.

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