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Philosophy · 22 min

On Tyranny

By Timothy Snyder

Timothy Snyder's 'On Tyranny' reveals how democratic societies subtly slide into authoritarianism. This episode explores the quiet erosion of norms, the defense of truth, and the power of human connection as practical, everyday strategies for citizens to safeguard democracy.

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“Timothy Snyder's 'On Tyranny' reveals how democratic societies subtly slide into authoritarianism. This episode explores the quiet erosion of norms, the defense of truth, and the power of human connection as practical, everyday strategies for citizens to safeguard democracy.”

— Timothy Snyder, On Tyranny

What it is about

democracy, authoritarianism, political science

Who it is for

Best suited to listeners who want a clearer working understanding of democracy, authoritarianism, political science and better judgment in how they apply it.

The author

Timothy Snyder brings a credible and useful lens to democracy, authoritarianism, political science, with enough subject command to make the book worth hearing.

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Timothy Snyder

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