What happened to Western Civilization? It seems that “trash culture” has replaced the solid underpinnings of the Western world. Men are lost, ethics and morality are fast disappearing, our interactions are becoming robotic and sterile, we have no leadership, and the sludge has risen to the top while the cream is buried at the bottom. What can we do? Think locally, act locally of course. …more
John C. Calhoun is one of the most important and unique men in American history, primarily because of his contributions to American political thought. His views on banking and finance, federalism, and executive power are still current. Don’t be fooled by your 7th grade understanding of the man. I discuss Calhoun and his greatness in Episode 39 of The Brion McClanahan Show. Show Notes: Nullification: …more
“Hey idiot, you are obviously a Nazi because Bush is not on the cover of your book. This is horse manure.” So says anyone who doesn’t actually read my “9 Presidents Who Screwed Up America.” If they did, they would find both Bushes. I give you these gem “reviews” and a discussion of the Bush dynasty in Episode 38. This was lots of fun.
This is not your typical bash Hillary Clinton podcast. I am often asked to compare the 2016 election to another in history. 1912 comes to mind, as does 1860 or 1896, but the one that is closest at least in relation to the moral compass of the nominees is 1884. The corrupt James Blaine was nominated by the Republicans. Clinton and Blaine have much in …more
I am often asked what are the best books on the Constitution, so I decided to do a podcast on the top three. Hint: None are among the acceptable books on the subject according to law schools or the political class. This is why you should read them. St. George Tucker, View of the Constitution of the United States John Taylor of Caroline, New Views …more
What makes a hero and why do we need them? This is a “think locally, act locally” issue and is presented on a personal note. We may not be able to change the world, but we can change our world. Books mentioned: The Politically Incorrect Guide to Real American Heroes, Real Men: Ten Courageous Americans to Know and Admire
Who is the real enemy in the current political, social, and economic problems facing America today? Are the police to blame, or are they a symptom of a larger disease? And more importantly, what are the solutions to this disease? I discuss these issues, the history behind them, and more in Episode 34 of The Brion McClanahan Show. Show notes: Brion McClanahan: The Founding Fathers Guide …more
A listener generated episode. How could Murray Rothbard support Che Guevara? I discuss Rothbard, J. William Fulbright, the founding tradition of American nonintervention and federalism, and the stupid empire. Lots of material in less than 30 minutes.
The question is settled. Director Gary Ross has spoken and we are to all fall in line. Ross, director of the upcoming film The Free State of Jones, has released a video “debunking” four “myths” of the Civil War. There is one problem; Ross creates several myths in the process. learntruehistory.com www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/4-civil…black-voices& amzn.to/2929SCn amzn.to/294BxEv amzn.to/292jxgR
Great Britain secedes! What does this mean for Western Civilization and other secession movements, and how does Brexit compare to secession in the United States? Secession and self-determination are the political movements of the early 21st century. I discuss all of these issues in Episode 31 of The Brion McClanahan Show.
Most Americans recognize a few of the Founding Fathers—Washington, Jefferson, Madison, Hamilton, Adams, Franklin—but what about some of the important but forgotten men who have been lost to time? They have great stories that need to be told. Here are ten whose fantastic lives are in many ways better than fiction.
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