In this episode, I speak with Tom Harrington, Professor Emeritus of Hispanic Studies at Trinity College and Fellow at the Brownstone Institute. Tom has a rare gift. He places current events in historical context in a way that makes the chaos feel a little less chaotic and a lot easier to navigate. We talk about linear time as a limiting cultural trap, the ancient playbook behind divide-and-rule, and why seeking beauty might be one of the most important things you can do amidst the madness.
This conversation was recorded before the recent strikes on Iran and the ensuing chaos in the region. Even though we don’t speak specifically of this conflict, Tom’s take on how the world works feels especially relevant right now.
About Tom Harrington:
Thomas Harrington, Senior Brownstone Scholar and Brownstone Fellow, is Professor Emeritus of Hispanic Studies at Trinity College in Hartford, CT, where he taught for 24 years. His research is on Iberian movements of national identity and contemporary Catalan culture. His essays are published at Words in The Pursuit of Light.
Find Tom’s Work:
Tom’s latest book: The Treason of the Experts: Covid and the Credentialed Class
Essays published at Brownstone Institute: brownstone.org
Personal Website: Words in the Pursuit of Light
Academic Writing: https://trincoll.academia.edu/tharrington
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