Fascism & fiction with Elia Ayoub

Political Philosophy Podcast by Toby Buckle

Jan 23, 202601:41:40News & Politics

Why are fascists so interested in fictional universes like Star Trek or Lord of the Rings? And is there a link between the rise of the far right and the decline in creativity in mainstream entertainment?

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