01 Dec 2023
45m

America's WWII-Era Fight Against Fascism

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Fresh Air

This podcast episode explores the collusion between Nazi spies and members of Congress, the activities of anti-Semitic militias, the largest sedition trial in U.S. history, and the lack of accountability in the legal system. It also discusses Rachel Maddow's decision to leave MSNBC for health reasons and Hayao Miyazaki's return with his new film "The Boy and the Heron," which delves into themes of coming-of-age and trauma. The episode highlights the importance of learning from history to combat right-wing threats, emphasizes the need for honesty about one's limitations, and recommends watching the Japanese-language version of Miyazaki's film for a deeper experience.

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