Listen "On Freedom, by Timothy Snyder"
Episode Synopsis
On Freedom, by Timothy Snyder explores the multifaceted nature of freedom, arguing that it is not simply the absence of constraints, but a complex and dynamic process of personal and collective action.
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Snyder draws on various historical examples, including the collapse of the Soviet Union, the rise of fascism, and the ongoing war in Ukraine, to demonstrate how freedom requires a commitment to truth, solidarity, and unpredictability. He also analyzes the impact of technology, particularly social media, on our understanding of freedom and its implications for the future of democratic societies.
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Snyder draws on various historical examples, including the collapse of the Soviet Union, the rise of fascism, and the ongoing war in Ukraine, to demonstrate how freedom requires a commitment to truth, solidarity, and unpredictability. He also analyzes the impact of technology, particularly social media, on our understanding of freedom and its implications for the future of democratic societies.
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