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Bookstack

Bookstack

By: Richard Aldous
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 Biweekly conversations between Richard Aldous, Bard College professor and distinguished historian, and authors on their newest books.

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  • Episode 174: Vanessa Williamson on the Price of Democracy

    Episode 174: Vanessa Williamson on the Price of Democracy
    Nov 16 2025

    Bookstack at Persuasion is delivered to you every other Sunday at 6am EST. Grab a coffee, settle onto the couch, and see your weekend out with a deep dive into the best new book releases…

    This week, Richard talks to Vanessa Williamson, author of The Price of Democracy: The Revolutionary Power of Taxation in American History (Basic Books).

    Bookstack is a production of American Purpose at Persuasion.

    Host: Richard Aldous

    Producer: Bhaasita Athani

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    26 mins
  • Phillips O'Brien on War and Power

    Phillips O'Brien on War and Power
    Nov 2 2025

    Bookstack at Persuasion is delivered to you every other Sunday at 6am EST. Grab a coffee, settle onto the couch, and see your weekend out with a deep dive into the best new book releases…

    This week, Richard talks to Phillips O’Brien, author of the new book, War and Power: Who Wins Wars—And Why (Public Affairs).

    Bookstack is a production of American Purpose at Persuasion.

    Host: Richard Aldous

    Producer: Bhaasita Athani

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    28 mins
  • Episode 172: Phillip and William Taubman on McNamara at War

    Episode 172: Phillip and William Taubman on McNamara at War
    Oct 5 2025

    Bookstack at Persuasion is delivered to you every other Sunday at 6am EST. Grab a coffee, settle onto the couch, and see your weekend out with a deep dive into the best new book releases…

    This week, Richard Aldous talks to Phillip Taubman and William Taubman, authors of the new book, McNamara at War: A New History (Norton).

    Bookstack is a production of American Purpose at Persuasion.

    Host: Richard Aldous

    Producer: Bhaasita Athani

    Follow Persuasion on X (Twitter), LinkedIn, and YouTube to keep up with our latest articles, podcasts, and events, as well as updates from excellent writers across our network.



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    27 mins
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