E39 - The Age of Imperialist Realism feat. Daniel Bessner (E39)
Published: September 23, 2026
Duration: 59:12
“The American Empire is more than just a political formation: it’s also a state of mind.” This week’s guest is Daniel Bessner of the American Prestige Podcast. He’s a historian, journalist and the author of Imperialist Realism: Politics and Culture at the End of the American Century. Your hosts are Julian Feeld and Jon Gabrus.
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Daniel Bessner’s Newsletter: https://imperialistrealism.substack.com/
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