Shows
Media ConfidentialTrump’s 100 days, with Ruth Ben-GhiatYou’ve been listening to the Prospect Podcast, Media Confidential’s sister podcast. To subscribe on Spotify, click HERE. For Apple podcasts, click HERE. Has Trump's America become an autocracy?While Media Confidential is on a short break, we’re bringing you the best of our sister podcast, the Prospect Podcast. Back in April, Ellen and Alona were joined by scholar of authoritarianism, Ruth Ben-Ghiat. Ruth analyses the Trump administration’s rapid shift towards authoritarianism. She talks about Trump’s personality cult, how strongmen portray machismo and the potential for a female strongman...
2025-08-2845 min
The Civic ForumWhat's New In Trump's Authoritarian Playbook with Ruth Ben-Ghiat | The Civic Forum E2In this week's session, Rory Truex is joined by NYU Professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat, a leading scholar of fascism and author of the popular book Strongmen. Ruth focuses her opening remarks on what's innovative about Trump's authoritarian playbook. The conversation then turns to the distinction between conservatism and authoritarianism and the growing moral bankruptcy of the Republican Party. Ruth and Rory then discuss what's different about the U.S. and whether American democracy can withstand Trump's assault. The conversation closes with advice for people on what they can do at a time like this. The Civic Forum is...
2025-08-0443 min
The Back Room with Andy OstroyRuth Ben-Ghiat on Trump's Push Towards Autocracy and How the Resistance Can Defeat HimRuth Ben-Ghiat is Professor of History at New York University. She writes about fascism, authoritarianism, and propaganda. She is the recipient of Guggenheim and other fellowships; an advisor to Protect Democracy; an MSNBC opinion columnist and television commentator; and publishes Lucid, a newsletter on threats to democracy. Her latest book, Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present, looks at how illiberal leaders use propaganda, corruption, violence, and machismo - and how they can be defeated.
What's happening in Los Angeles with Trump's use of the National Guard and the Marines? What's his end goal? Are we headed towards autocracy...
2025-06-1922 min
The Prospect PodcastTrump’s 100 days, with Ruth Ben-GhiatHas the United States become an autocracy? As Donald Trump marks his 100th day in office, Ellen and Alona are joined by Ruth Ben-Ghiat, scholar of authoritarianism and author of Strongmen: from Mussolini to the present (2020). She also writes a Substack called “Lucid” which focuses on autocracy.Ruth analyses the Trump administration’s rapid shift towards authoritarianism. She talks about Trump’s personality cult, how strongmen portray machismo and the potential for a female strongman figure. She also discusses how autocrats use corruption, violence and propaganda to stay in power, and how ICE roundups echo the past, rese...
2025-04-3044 minThe Prospect PodcastTrump’s 100 days, with Ruth Ben-GhiatHas the United States become an autocracy? As Donald Trump marks his 100th day in office, Ellen and Alona are joined by Ruth Ben-Ghiat, scholar of authoritarianism and author of Strongmen: from Mussolini to the present (2020). She also writes a Substack called “Lucid” which focuses on autocracy.Ruth analyses the Trump administration’s rapid shift towards authoritarianism. She talks about Trump’s personality cult, how strongmen portray machismo and the potential for a female strongman figure. She also discusses how autocrats use corruption, violence and propaganda to stay in power, and how ICE roundups echo the past, rese...
2025-04-3044 min
Mea CulpaHow To Stop The Authoritarian Playbook + A Conversation With Ruth Ben-GhiatToday on Mea Culpa, I’m joined by Ruth Ben-Ghiat, a historian, educator, and commentator who specializes in fascism, authoritarianism, propaganda, and the defense of democracy—topics that are, unfortunately, central to this presidential election. Ruth draws striking parallels between Trump and other authoritarian leaders, explaining how his increasingly erratic and offensive statements reflect a desperation to maintain influence. She highlights Trump’s use of dehumanizing language, misinformation, and divisive narratives to build a personality cult and deflect from his own failings. Ruth warns that Trump’s polarizing 'us vs. them' rhetoric poses a serious threat to democracy, especially to young...
2024-10-281h 22
The Colin McEnroe ShowHistorian Ruth Ben-Ghiat on global authoritarianism and the future of democracyGoing into November, we’ll be doing some shows where we talk with one guest, for the hour, who knows a lot about the election. This hour, we talk with Ruth Ben-Ghiat about authoritarianism and democracy. GUEST: Ruth Ben-Ghiat: Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University. Her latest book is Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present. She also writes the Substack newsletter “Lucid.” Support the show: http://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-10-2248 minThe Back Room with Andy OstroyRuth Ben-GhiatRuth Ben-Ghiat is Professor of History at New York University. She writes about fascism, authoritarianism, and propaganda. She is the recipient of Guggenheim and other fellowships; an advisor to Protect Democracy; an MSNBC opinion columnist and television commentator; and publishes Lucid, a newsletter on threats to democracy. Her latest book, Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present looks at how illiberal leaders use propaganda, corruption, violence, and machismo - and how they can be defeated.
Ruth's back for another insightful conversation about Trump, Trumpism and the existential threat to democracy just two weeks from the most critical, consequential election...
2024-10-1951 min
The PoliticsGirl PodcastHow to Make a Dictator: A Conversation with Strongman Expert Ruth Ben-GhiatAuthoritarian propaganda is full of empty promises of unity. Of uniting the nation under a leader who alone can fix it. Authoritarian expert Ruth Ben-Ghiat and I had this conversation BEFORE the events at the Trump rally in Pennsylvania, but the facts remain the same if not more poignant now. The shock and awe we’re seeing is a tactic to distract us from what this party plans to do to our country, our democracy, and to anyone who doesn’t pledge absolute fealty or fit into their limited box of “acceptable” Americans. What happened at the Trump rally changes...
2024-07-1644 min
Dworkin WeeklyDangers of a Trump Win with Ruth Ben-Ghiat: Arrests, Mass DeportationsRuth Ben-Ghiat joins the podcast to talk about the EXTREME DANGERS of Trump’s authoritarian vision for America. Ben-Ghiat is a professor of history at NYU, an author, and a leading scholar on authoritarianism and fascism.Ruth tells our listeners how, as a published author on fascist regimes like those of Mussolini or Hitler, she recognized the dangers of Trump’s candidacy early on. “I thought, ‘My God,’ This is all very familiar to me. He’s going to have a cult following. I was able to recognize the signs, not just in Trump, but in the GOP.” Visit...
2024-06-1434 min
PivotDisney's Victory Lap, Online Privacy, and Guest Ruth Ben-GhiatKara and Scott discuss Meta's stock continuing to rise, California businesses challenging Gov. Gavin Newsom on taxes, and Elon Musk's robotaxi announcement. Then, Disney successfully fended off Nelson Peltz in a proxy battle, but where does the company go from here? Plus, could Congress be getting close to actually passing an online privacy bill? Finally, our friend of Pivot is NYU history professor and author of "Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present," Ruth Ben-Ghiat. Ruth explains what the autocrats of the past can teach us about Donald Trump.Follow Ruth at @ruthbenghiatFollow us on Instagram...
2024-04-091h 20
The Bulwark PodcastRuth Ben-Ghiat: There Is No AlternativeRepublicans can't get off the Trump highway to hell, but business and media elites are also cozying up to him in case he returns to power. Meanwhile, Trump's project to legalize crimes and delegitimize democracy continues. Ruth Ben-Ghiat joins Tim Miller today.
show notes:
Umberto Eco's essay on fascism
Ruth's book, "Strongmen"
2024-04-0439 min
The Lincoln ProjectMasochism and Ritual Humiliation with Ruth Ben-GhiatHost Reed Galen is joined by Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Author and Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University. They discuss what to take away from the latest E. Jean Carroll verdict, how autocrats and criminal behavior often go hand-in-hand, and Greg Abbott’s handling of the Texas border as viewed through a lens of authoritarianism. Plus, why eroding trust in democratic institutions is an autocrat’s greatest weapon. If you’d like to hear more from Ruth, check out Lucid (her Substack newsletter) and pick up Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present. For more from Reed Galen, subscribe to “Th...
2024-01-3137 minThe Lincoln ProjectMasochism and Ritual Humiliation with Ruth Ben-GhiatHost Reed Galen is joined by Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Author and Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University. They discuss what to take away from the latest E. Jean Carroll verdict, how autocrats and criminal behavior often go hand-in-hand, and Greg Abbott’s handling of the Texas border as viewed through a lens of authoritarianism. Plus, why eroding trust in democratic institutions is an autocrat’s greatest weapon. If you’d like to hear more from Ruth, check out Lucid (her Substack newsletter) and pick up Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present. For more from Reed Galen, subscribe to “Th...
2024-01-3134 minThe Lincoln ProjectMasochism and Ritual Humiliation with Ruth Ben-GhiatHost Reed Galen is joined by Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Author and Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University. They discuss what to take away from the latest E. Jean Carroll verdict, how autocrats and criminal behavior often go hand-in-hand, and Greg Abbott’s handling of the Texas border as viewed through a lens of authoritarianism. Plus, why eroding trust in democratic institutions is an autocrat’s greatest weapon. If you’d like to hear more from Ruth, check out Lucid (her Substack newsletter) and pick up Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present. For more from Reed Galen, subscribe to “Th...
2024-01-3134 minThe Lincoln ProjectMasochism and Ritual Humiliation with Ruth Ben-GhiatHost Reed Galen is joined by Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Author and Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University. They discuss what to take away from the latest E. Jean Carroll verdict, how autocrats and criminal behavior often go hand-in-hand, and Greg Abbott’s handling of the Texas border as viewed through a lens of authoritarianism. Plus, why eroding trust in democratic institutions is an autocrat’s greatest weapon. If you’d like to hear more from Ruth, check out Lucid (her Substack newsletter) and pick up Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present. For more from Reed Galen, subscribe to “Th...
2024-01-3137 min
Cults, Culture & Coercion with Dr. Steve HassanMussolini to the Present- The Rising Tide of Online Authoritarian Influence with Ruth Ben-GhiatNavigating a deeply divided, polarized world filled with vulnerable souls to the siren calls of conspiracy theories, I find it essential to shine a light on the shadows where undue influence thrives. In this discussion with historian Ruth Ben-Ghiat, we discuss the subtle and often sinister ways authoritarianism intertwines with the psychological mechanisms of control. We connect the dots from my experiences with cults and coercive persuasion. Ruth Ben-Ghiat is an NYU professor and expert on fascism and authoritarianism, a celebrated author, MSNBC columnist, and consultant, including for del Toro’s Oscar-winning ‘Pinocchio.’ Her book Strongmen: Mussolini to the Presen...
2023-12-1147 min
New Books in Political ScienceRuth Ben-Ghiat on Threats to Democracy and H.L. Mencken’s "Notes on Democracy"A century ago, journalist H. L. Mencken provocatively stated in Notes On Democracy (new edition by Warbler Press, 2023) that anti-democratic behavior is not only not shocking but that we should in fact expect democracies to give rise to un- and even anti-democratic forces. Mencken doubted that such the evils of democracy will be cured by more democracy, which usually means elections and ‘fostering democratic norms and behaviors. So what is to be done?I spoke with NYU Professor and political commentator Ruth Ben-Ghiat on the current threats to democracy posed by populism, the media’s role in shaping...
2023-12-0957 min
New Books in Politics and PolemicsRuth Ben-Ghiat on Threats to Democracy and H.L. Mencken’s "Notes on Democracy"A century ago, journalist H. L. Mencken provocatively stated in Notes On Democracy (new edition by Warbler Press, 2023) that anti-democratic behavior is not only not shocking but that we should in fact expect democracies to give rise to un- and even anti-democratic forces. Mencken doubted that such the evils of democracy will be cured by more democracy, which usually means elections and ‘fostering democratic norms and behaviors. So what is to be done?I spoke with NYU Professor and political commentator Ruth Ben-Ghiat on the current threats to democracy posed by populism, the media’s role in shaping...
2023-12-0957 min
New Books in American PoliticsRuth Ben-Ghiat on Threats to Democracy and H.L. Mencken’s "Notes on Democracy"A century ago, journalist H. L. Mencken provocatively stated in Notes On Democracy (new edition by Warbler Press, 2023) that anti-democratic behavior is not only not shocking but that we should in fact expect democracies to give rise to un- and even anti-democratic forces. Mencken doubted that such the evils of democracy will be cured by more democracy, which usually means elections and ‘fostering democratic norms and behaviors. So what is to be done?I spoke with NYU Professor and political commentator Ruth Ben-Ghiat on the current threats to democracy posed by populism, the media’s role in shaping...
2023-12-0957 min
New Books in European PoliticsRuth Ben-Ghiat on Threats to Democracy and H.L. Mencken’s "Notes on Democracy"A century ago, journalist H. L. Mencken provocatively stated in Notes On Democracy (new edition by Warbler Press, 2023) that anti-democratic behavior is not only not shocking but that we should in fact expect democracies to give rise to un- and even anti-democratic forces. Mencken doubted that such the evils of democracy will be cured by more democracy, which usually means elections and ‘fostering democratic norms and behaviors. So what is to be done?I spoke with NYU Professor and political commentator Ruth Ben-Ghiat on the current threats to democracy posed by populism, the media’s role in shaping...
2023-12-0954 min
Think About ItBook Talk 61: Ruth Ben-Ghiat on Threats to Democracy and H.L. Mencken’s "Notes on Democracy"A century ago, journalist H. L. Mencken provocatively stated in Notes On Democracy (new edition by Warbler Press, 2023) that anti-democratic behavior is not only not shocking but that we should in fact expect democracies to give rise to un- and even anti-democratic forces. Mencken doubted that such the evils of democracy will be cured by more democracy, which usually means elections and ‘fostering democratic norms and behaviors. So what is to be done?I spoke with NYU Professor and political commentator Ruth Ben-Ghiat on the current threats to democracy posed by populism, the media’s role in shaping...
2023-12-0957 min
In Lieu of Fun: #DogShirtTV#DogShirtTV: Ruth Ben-Ghiat on "Strongmen"Author Ruth Ben-Ghiat discusses her book, "Strongmen: How They Rise, Why They Succeed, How They Fall"Publisher's Description:Ours is the age of the strongman. Russia, India, Turkey and America are ruled by men who, as they have risen to the top, have reshaped their countries around them, creating cults of personality which earn the loyalty of millions. And as they do so, they draw on a playbook of behaviour established by figures such as Benito Mussolini, Muammar Gaddafi and Adolf Hitler.Here, political historian...
2023-11-221h 10
Burn the BoatsRuth Ben-Ghiat: Trump’s PlanRuth Ben-Ghiat is an historian who specializes in authoritarianism and propaganda. Her most recent book, Strongmen: From Mussolini to the Present, examines how authoritarians use propaganda, virility, corruption, and violence to stay in power, and how they can be opposed. In this interview, Ruth reveals how Trump and the radical right are paving a path toward authoritarianism in the US. If you’d like to hear more from Ruth, you can subscribe to her weekly newsletter Lucid for free. Also, make sure to check out her website, ruthbenghiat.com, and...
2023-10-1049 minThe Lincoln ProjectIn the Window with Ruth Ben-GhiatHost Reed Galen is joined by Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Author and Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University. They discuss the role extremist groups play in a nation’s evolution to authoritarianism, how every Trump rally since 2015 has been a radicalization site, and how the history of strongmen can inform our nation’s current political moment. If you’d like to hear more from Ruth, check out Lucid (her Substack newsletter) and pick up Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present. If you’d like to ask a question or share a comment with The Lincoln Project, send an email to...
2023-09-1335 minThe Lincoln ProjectIn the Window with Ruth Ben-GhiatHost Reed Galen is joined by Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Author and Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University. They discuss the role extremist groups play in a nation’s evolution to authoritarianism, how every Trump rally since 2015 has been a radicalization site, and how the history of strongmen can inform our nation’s current political moment. If you’d like to hear more from Ruth, check out Lucid (her Substack newsletter) and pick up Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present. If you’d like to ask a question or share a comment with The Lincoln Project, send an email to...
2023-09-1332 minThe Lincoln ProjectIn the Window with Ruth Ben-GhiatHost Reed Galen is joined by Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Author and Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University. They discuss the role extremist groups play in a nation’s evolution to authoritarianism, how every Trump rally since 2015 has been a radicalization site, and how the history of strongmen can inform our nation’s current political moment. If you’d like to hear more from Ruth, check out Lucid (her Substack newsletter) and pick up Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present. If you’d like to ask a question or share a comment with The Lincoln Project, send an email to...
2023-09-1332 minThe Lincoln ProjectIn the Window with Ruth Ben-GhiatHost Reed Galen is joined by Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Author and Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University. They discuss the role extremist groups play in a nation’s evolution to authoritarianism, how every Trump rally since 2015 has been a radicalization site, and how the history of strongmen can inform our nation’s current political moment. If you’d like to hear more from Ruth, check out Lucid (her Substack newsletter) and pick up Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present. If you’d like to ask a question or share a comment with The Lincoln Project, send an email to...
2023-09-1335 min
Below the RadarFascist Strongmen — with Ruth Ben-GhiatRuth Ben-Ghiat, Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University, joins Am Johal to discuss the pertinent topic of fascism and how political figures use and promote the image of “strongmen'' in their pursuit of power. Am and Ruth explore the modern political environment through Ruth’s book, Strongmen: From Mussolini to the Present, linking the style of Mussolini to politicians like Berlusconi, Orban, and Trump, and the process by which they become more corrupt, more reliant on power, and thereby more reliant on extremists.
In conjunction with our previous episode with Alberto Toscano, these two episodes give a hi...
2023-09-1230 minThe Back Room with Andy OstroyRuth Ben-GhiatRuth Ben-Ghiat is Professor of History at New York University. She writes about fascism, authoritarianism, and propaganda. She is the recipient of Guggenheim and other fellowships; an advisor to Protect Democracy; an MSNBC opinion columnist and television commentator; and publishes Lucid, a newsletter on threats to democracy. Her latest book, Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present looks at how illiberal leaders use propaganda, corruption, violence, and machismo --and how they can be defeated.
Ruth is back for another insightful, thought-provoking conversation about the increasing threat to democracy from Donald Trump, his corrupt inner circle, his brainwashed cult, and...
2023-09-0500 min
Prevail with Greg OlearHow to Wreck a Democracy (with Ruth Ben-Ghiat)In an interview recorded on July 29, Greg Olear talks to fascism expert Ruth Ben-Ghiat, author of “Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present” and the “Lucid” Substack, about the nature of coups, lessons from Berlusconi, the rise of Hitler, DeSantis as fascist, the extremist Texas GOP, secessions, the trucker convoy and the fascist threats in Canada, Meloni in Italy, the Vox party in Spain, and the power of nonviolent protest. Plus: Clash of the titan.Follow Ruth:https://twitter.com/ruthbenghiatSubscribe to Lucid:https://lucid.substack.com/Buy “Strongmen”:https://wwnorton.com/books/97...
2023-09-011h 12
THE WEEKEND SHOWExpert on authoritarianism Ruth Ben-Ghiat explains Trump's increasing lawlessness.As Trump continues to abuse his critics, expert on authoritarianism Ruth Ben-Ghiat explains his precarious position and increasing lawlessness - on The Weekend Show with Anthony Davis.DEALS FROM OUR SPONSORS!Miracle Made: Go to http://trymiracle.com/weekend and use the code WEEKEND to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF.Fast Growing Trees: Go to https://FastGrowingTrees.com/WEEKEND now to get 15% PERCENT OFF your entire order. Henson Shaving: Thanks to Henson Shaving! Visit https://HensonShaving.com/WEEKEND to pick the razor for...
2023-08-0758 min
Jen Rubin's Green RoomRuth Ben GhiatJen sits down with expert on authoritarianism Ruth Ben-Ghiat for a look at the mythic hold strongmen have on political systems around the world and how Trump took up that mantle here. They cover how he resurrected the spoils system, used divisive language to create a cult-like following, and his attempts to create disinformation that tears apart loyalty to anyone besides him. More importantly, they explore how deep the threat to democracy goes– and when our system is threatened, how can we fight back to restore equality and justice under the law?
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2023-07-1947 min
American CrisisAmerican Crisis, Ep. 4: Ruth Ben-Ghiat on creeping autocracy in the U.S.This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit margaretsullivan.substack.comA few days before the 2016 presidential election, the New Yorker magazine published a prescient interview with Ruth Ben-Ghiat, a scholar and historian with a particular interest in Mussolini. (She also writes the excellent Lucid newsletter here on Substack.)“These people are mass marketers,” she said then about populist strongmen — including a certain presidential candidate. “They give the impression of talking directly to the people.” A few days later, of course, Donald Trump was elected, and the rest is, well, still-deve...
2023-07-1218 minThe Back Room with Andy OstroyRuth Ben-GhiatRuth Ben-Ghiat is Professor of History at New York University. She writes about fascism, authoritarianism, and propaganda. She is the recipient of Guggenheim and other fellowships; an advisor to Protect Democracy; an MSNBC opinion columnist and television commentator; and publishes Lucid, a newsletter on threats to democracy. Her latest book, Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present looks at how illiberal leaders use propaganda, corruption, violence, and machismo --and how they can be defeated.
Join us for this truly fascinating, insightful conversation about Trump, Trumpism, Ron DeSantis and the chilling parallels between their demagoguery and hateful rhetoric and that...
2023-07-0100 min
The Lincoln ProjectDonald Trump’s Victimhood Complex with Ruth Ben-GhiatHost Reed Galen is joined by Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Author and Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University. They discuss how the entire GOP has become an autocratic entity (not just the MAGA extremists), why Trump’s propaganda has turned into policy, and how Donald Trump’s victimhood complex is just another play from the standard authoritarian playbook. Plus, what’s the fallout from the original sin of not prosecuting Donald Trump? If you’d like to connect with The Lincoln Project, send an email to podcast@lincolnproject.us.
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2023-03-2940 min
Booked Up with Jen TaubRuth Ben-GhiatThis week, my guest Professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat, an expert in authoritarianism, democracy protection, and propaganda and author of the bestelling book, Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present. Ruth is both a professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University. Outside of the classroom, Ruth frequently appears on cable news to discuss the frightening similarities between early fascism in Europe and current movements here in the United States within the Republican party and abroad.
On today’s episode, I speak wth Ruth about our current crop of authoritarian brutes who use corruption, violence, propaganda, and machismo to stay in...
2023-03-121h 03
Burn the BoatsRuth Ben-Ghiat: Authoritarianism Around the GlobeHistorian Ruth Ben-Ghiat describes the similarities between current authoritarian movements and those of the past.Ruth is a historian who specializes in authoritarianism and propaganda. She’s a professor of History and Italian Studies, as well as an MSNBC Opinion Columnist and frequent guest commentator on CNN, MSNBC, and other media channels.Her most recent book, Strongmen: From Mussolini to the Present, examines how authoritarians use propaganda, virility, corruption, and violence to stay in power, and how they can be opposed. Ruth also authored Fasc...
2023-02-1444 minPrevail with Greg OlearReprise: Strongmen: History Under Attack (with Ruth Ben-Ghiat)Fascism is on the rise in the United States. Greg Olear talks to Ruth Ben-Ghiat, professor of history, expert on authoritarianism, and author of “Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present,” about Mussolini & Hitler, Putin & Trump, and the dictator’s “tools of rule.” Plus: a song about the new covid cure.Follow Ruth Ben-Ghiat:https://twitter.com/ruthbenghiatSubscribe to LUCID:https://lucid.substack.com/Buy STRONGMEN:https://wwnorton.com/books/9781324001546Subscribe to the PREVAIL newsletter...
2023-02-101h 03
Coming From Left Field (Audio)“Strongmen: From Mussolini to Present ” with Ruth Ben-GhiatRuth Ben-Ghiat is a Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University. She is an MSNBC Opinion Columnist and commentator on CNN, MSNBC, and other media outlets about authoritarianism, Fascism, and threats to democracy around the world.. Her latest book, Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present, looks at how illiberal leaders use propaganda, corruption, violence, and machismo - and how they can be defeated.
The book:
Strongmen- Mussolini To The Present
https://www.kingsbookstore.com/book/9780393868418
Substack:
Ruth Ben-Ghiat Lucid Substack
https://luc...
2023-02-1046 min
Coming From Left Field (Video)“Strongmen: From Mussolini to Present ” with Ruth Ben-GhiatRuth Ben-Ghiat is a Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University. She is an MSNBC Opinion Columnist and commentator on CNN, MSNBC, and other media outlets about authoritarianism, Fascism, and threats to democracy around the world.. Her latest book, Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present, looks at how illiberal leaders use propaganda, corruption, violence, and machismo - and how they can be defeated.
The book:
Strongmen- Mussolini To The Present
https://www.kingsbookstore.com/book/9780393868418
Substack:
Ruth Ben-Ghiat Lucid Substack
https://luc...
2023-02-1046 min
Conspirituality136: Virtual Strongmen (w/Ruth Ben-Ghiat)Where have all the strongmen gone, long time scrolling? Where have all the strongmen gone, long time ago? Where have all the strongmen gone? Gone to posting, everyone. Oh when will they ever turn off their phones? Not anytime soon. Trump on Truth Social, Modi on Instagram, Bolsonaro tweeting from a Kentucky Fried Chicken in Miami.Today we’re looking at the new strongmen at the top of our political circuses. According to our guest, strongman-whisperer historian Ruth Ben-Ghiat, they’re of new breed. They’re not the steampunk fascists of 100 years ago. They’re not C...
2023-01-121h 20
Rik's Mind PodcastThe Other F Word: Ruth Ben-Ghiat On The Rise of Fascism Abroad & At Home | Riks Mind Podcast Ep 113Italy’s recent elections have seen the rise of the “Brothers of Italy” party led by Giorgia Meloni. Billed as “center right”, the Brothers of Italy have raised several alarms.With Meloni at the head of a coalition whose other members include Matteo Salvini’s League and Silvio Berlusconi’s Forza Italia, these members were each once the main force on Italy’s populist right. In the words of today’s guest Professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat, the Brothers of Italy have “an underlying and sinister familiarity.” Although fascism is not an exclusively Italian problem. The world is going through a kind of fasci...
2023-01-0600 min
On Democracy with FPWellmanRuth Ben-Ghiat on Fascism’s New SuitRuth Ben-Ghiat is Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University. She is an MSNBC Opinion Columnist and commentator on CNN, MSNBC, and other media outlets about authoritarianism, Fascism, and threats to democracy around the world.Her latest book, Strongmen: From Mussolini to the Present examines how illiberal leaders use corruption, violence, propaganda, and machismo to stay in power, and how resistance to them has unfolded over a century. She publishes a terrific Substack community called Lucid about democracy and autocracy that I’m proud to be a paying subscriber where she not only writes he...
2022-12-2238 min
No Politics at the Dinner Table - PodcastFascists, Strongmen, and Authoritarians, Oh My! (w/Ruth Ben-Ghiat) - Ep115 - 12.13.22Brothers-in-law Amit and Tony mull over Warnock's win and Sinema's official defection, and then flip the script by starting with Party Favors! After that, stay tuned for Amit's interview with historian and MSNBC contributor Ruth Ben-Ghiat about fascism and what's going on in Italian and global politics these days.
2022-12-141h 01
A Moment with Erik FlemingOn RBC, Black Marriages and Authoritarianism Featuring Tonija Hope, Chris A. Matthews and Ruth Ben-GhiatIn this episode, Tonija Hope, Director of the Ralph Bunche International Affairs Center at Howard University, touts the importance of the Center; Marriage Counselor Chris A. Matthews explains why successful Black marriages are vital and Professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat, author of the book Strongmen, defines authoritarianism and why we need to be vigilant against it.
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2022-12-121h 47
Festival of Dangerous IdeasRuth Ben-Ghiat (2022) | Return of the StrongmanFrom Russia and China to America, Turkey and beyond, illiberal leaders have used corruption, machismo, disinformation, propaganda and violence to stay in power and expand their influence for decades. With authoritarianism now governing over 60% of the world's population, are we witnessing a backslide in democracy and a more efficient model of governance emerging? Join historian Ruth Ben-Ghiat as she examines the authoritarian playbook, how strongmen think and what drives them. Historian Ruth Ben-Ghiat is an expert commentator on fascism, authoritarian leaders, and propaganda — and the threats these present to democracies today. Author of the #1...
2022-11-2734 min
The Head & The HeartEpisode 23: Strongmen: A lesson with Ruth Ben-GhiatWhy do people believe liars? How do authoritarians enthrall a nation? Historian and Author Ruth Ben-Ghiat joins the Head and the Heart to discuss her book Strongmen: Mussolini To The Present. In this episode she offers her fascinating analysis of fascism and highlights the modern authoritarian leaders who exhibit these all too familiar tendencies. Ed & Perry examine the through line of corruption, violence, and toxic masculinity that are often characteristic of past and present authoritarian political leaders, and they attempt to find an answer as to why these men are often popular and beloved by their followers.
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2022-11-1749 min
The Burn Bag Podcast"Strongmen": The Authoritarian Past and Present with Professor Ruth Ben-GhiatIn this episode, Ryan talks to Professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat about her book, Strongmen: From Mussolini to the Present, and the contemporary history of authoritarianism. Ruth begins by defining authoritarianism and the subset known as "strongman" rule. She then tracks the emergence of this phenomenon, beginning with Italian Dictator Benito Mussolini, noting the ways in which these leaders come to power. The conversation proceeds with the tools of strongman rule and how modern authoritarians, such as Viktor Orban and Vladimir Putin, remain in power. The episode concludes with the ways in which authoritarians fall and Ruth's perspective on the future.
2022-11-1644 min
Festival of Dangerous IdeasAmerican Decadence (2022) | Nick Bryant, Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Geraldine Doogue & Adam ToozeWhile we've all watched the rise of the US in our lifetimes, its recent decline has been a hot topic of conversation – with ballooning inequality, military overreach, gun violence and police shootings, the great recession, and a dramatic slide into decadence and division provided by recent politics and structures of power. While the idea of a slightly less-powerful America might be attractive to many countries tired of US dominance, can we reach the conclusion that America has reached a of tipping point into irreversible decline? One of the BBC's finest foreign correspondents, Nick Bryant has covered some of...
2022-11-1357 min
The LedeHow Strongmen Crush Democracies — with Ruth Ben-Ghiat and Faisal Al YafaiSince the turn of the century, the global tide of democracy has begun to recede. Men like Putin in Russia, Modi in India, Erdogan in Turkey and of course Trump in the United States have all sought to subvert their countries’ institutions and consolidate their own authoritarian rule. “These men have similar personalities,” Ruth Ben-Ghiat tells New Lines Magazine's Faisal Al Yafai. “They're ruthless. They have no moral code. They are opportunistic. They will be whatever the public needs them to be at that moment.” Ben-Ghiat, a historian of Italian fascism at New York University, watched their rise with a combinat...
2022-10-2736 min
CAFE InsiderStay Tuned Bonus 10/13: Ruth Ben-GhiatIn this bonus from Stay Tuned, NYU professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat discusses the politics of platforming voices like Donald Trump and Marjorie Taylor Greene.Thank you for being a member of the CAFE Insider community.Tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with hashtag #askpreet, email us at letters@cafe.com, or call 669-247-7338 to leave a voicemail.Stay Tuned with Preet is brought to you by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
2022-10-1311 min
Stay Tuned with PreetThe Rise of Global Fascism (with Ruth Ben-Ghiat)Preet speaks with Ruth Ben-Ghiat, a Professor of History and Italian Studies at NYU and the author of Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present. Ben-Ghiat is an expert on authoritarianism, and discusses the rise of fascist politics in our time—from the recent election of Giorgia Meloni in Italy, to the reign of Vladimir Putin, to the tactics of Florida governor Ron DeSantis. Plus, Preet weighs in on Judge Aileen Cannon and the January 6th Committee.Don’t miss the Insider bonus, where Ben-Ghiat discusses the politics of platforming voices like...
2022-10-131h 02
The Mary Trump ShowRuth Ben-GhiatMary Trump welcomes author and expert on authoritarianism Ruth Ben-Ghiat for a deep dive into the rise of strongmen (and women) in Europe, and the strategies they use to hijack democracies. From gender washing candidates with extreme agendas to manufacturing threats that put minorities at risk, understanding the tactics used by Donald and others around the world is more important than ever. Do we have the courage to defend our values when it matters most?
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2022-09-301h 14
America at a CrossroadsRuth Ben Ghiat and Larry Diamond: Strongmen - How They Rise, Why They Succeed, How They FallRuth Ben Ghiat and Larry Diamond: Strongmen - How They Rise, Why They Succeed, How They Fall
2022-09-2959 min
Just Ask the Question PodcastEpisode 141: Ruth Ben-Ghiat - Is the U.S. destined to be an authoritarian state?On this week's episode we are joined by guest Ruth Ben-Ghiat, a college professor, historian, MSNBC analyst, and author of the book "Strong Men". She's here this week to discuss the coming Fall midterm elections and their impact on the U.S.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
2022-09-161h 02The PoliticsGirl PodcastStrongmen in America - PG:CC with Ruth Ben-GhiatWe shouldn’t have to be talking about authoritarianism, strongmen and propaganda in 21st Century America, and yet here we are. Join me and my guest Ruth Ben-Ghiat, professor of History and Italian studies at NYU, advisor to ‘Protect Democracy’, and author of ‘Strongmen: From Mussolini to the Present’ as we discuss the danger the United States is in, and what we, the voting public, can do as the last line of defense between us and the very worst instincts of the Republican Party. Guest social:Twitter: @ruthbenghiatWebsite: https://ruthbenghiat.com
2022-08-0953 min
The Mary Trump ShowMara Gay, Ruth Ben-Ghiat & Stephanie KoffMary Trump is joined by NYT editorial board member Mara Gay, @lincolnsbible writer Stephanie Koff, and historian Ruth Ben-Ghiat to review the 1/6 committee hearings so far, and break down the influence of Donald Trump on the Republican party and its move towards authoritarianism. They also discuss the need to retake control of language and messaging, while using democratic values to inspire us and win elections.
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2022-06-151h 03
#SistersInLawRuth Ben-Ghiat, Jill Wine-Banks & Victor Shi - introducing iGen Politics PodcastJill and Victor are joined by Professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat, an expert on the politics and history of strongmen and authoritarians from Mussolini through Trump and Putin. They discuss how these leaders play to toxic hypermasculinity, and use grievance politics, propaganda, and kompromat to take power and maintain control. She also emphasizes the need for prosecution and justice, then explains what happens when they fall.
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2022-05-1753 min
iGen PoliticsRuth Ben-GhiatJill and Victor are joined by Professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat, an expert on the politics and history of strongmen and authoritarians from Mussolini through Trump and Putin. They discuss how these leaders play to toxic hypermasculinity, and use grievance politics, propaganda, and kompromat to take power and maintain control. She also emphasizes the need for prosecution and justice, then explains what happens when they fall.
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2022-04-2751 min
The Practivist PodHow Strongmen Fall with Ruth Ben-GhiatToday we talk about the future of Twitter, a treasure trove of January 6 text messages, and Trump fined $10,000 a day! We’ll tell you why... And speaking of Trump, joining us for our interview is Ruth Ben-Ghiat, an expert on how fascism, authoritarian leaders, and propaganda have threatened democracies throughout history – including now.
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2022-04-2757 minTHE WEEKEND SHOWInside the Mind of Putin, an Autocrat special with Ruth Ben-Ghiat - The Weekend Show with Anthony DavisTHE WEEKEND SHOW with Anthony Davis - Sunday, March 20, 2022.Anthony talks with expert on authoritarianism Ruth Ben-Ghiat about how Putin lost control of Trump's America and turned his attention to Ukraine.Five Minute News with Anthony Davis is an Evergreen Podcast, covering politics, inequality, health and climate - delivering independent, unbiased and essential world news, daily.Visit Five Minute News online and subscribe at http://www.fiveminute.newsFollow Five Minute News on Twitter http://twitter.com/fiveminnewsFollow Five Minute News on Instagram http://instagram...
2022-03-2038 min
On the Issues with Alon Ben-MeirOn The Issues Episode 90: Ruth Ben-GhiatToday’s guest is Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University and a historian and commentator on fascism, authoritarian leaders, and propaganda, and the threats these present to democracies. In this episode, we discuss her latest book, Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present, Trump’s authoritarian behavior here in the United States, and what steps can be taken to reverse authoritarian trends around the world.
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Ruth Ben-Ghiat is a historian and commentator on fascism, authoritarian leaders, and propaganda — and the threats these present to democracies. As author or editor of six books, with over 100 op-eds...
2022-03-1646 min
Kremlin FileDangers of Autocracy (w/ Ruth Ben-Ghiat)Olga and Mo are joined by Ruth Ben-Ghiat, an NYU professor and scholar on fascism and authoritarian leaders. Her articles are published in national and international media outlets with a column on CNN. Her latest book, "Strongmen: From Mussolini to the Present," examines how illiberal leaders use corruption, violence, propaganda, and machismo to stay in power, and how resistance to them has unfolded over a century.Ruth's Lucid Substack: https://lucid.substack.com/p/welcome-to-lucid?s=r Ruth's website: https://ruthbenghiat.com/ Get full access to Unmasking Russia at o...
2022-03-0312h 08
Kremlin FileDangers of Autocracy (w/ Ruth Ben-Ghiat)
Olga and Mo are joined by Ruth Ben-Ghiat, an NYU professor and scholar on fascism and authoritarian leaders. Her articles are published in national and international media outlets with a column on CNN. Her latest book, "Strongmen: From Mussolini to the Present," examines how illiberal leaders use corruption, violence, propaganda, and machismo to stay in power, and how resistance to them has unfolded over a century.
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Ruth's website: https://ruthbenghiat.com/
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2022-03-0355 min
Enemies of the PeopleEpisode 17 - Ruth Ben-Ghiat on Strongmen, Masculinity, and PowerToday's episode features Dr Maria Norris in conversation with Professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat about her book Strongmen: From Mussolini to the Present and how illiberal leaders use machismo to stay in power. Follow Prof Ruth Ben-Ghiat on TwitterRuth Ben-Ghiat's Website& NewsletterLucid, On Threats to DemocracyFollow Enemies of the People on TwitterFollow Maria W. Norris on Twitter******Join the Frenemies Book club and support the show over at Ko-fi ********https://ko-fi.com/mariawnorris
2022-01-1836 minPrevail with Greg OlearStrongmen: History Under Attack (with Ruth Ben-Ghiat)Fascism is on the rise in the United States. Greg Olear talks to Ruth Ben-Ghiat, professor of history, expert on authoritarianism, and author of “Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present,” about Mussolini & Hitler, Putin & Trump, and the dictator’s “tools of rule.” Plus: a song about the new covid cure.Follow Ruth Ben-Ghiat:https://twitter.com/ruthbenghiatSubscribe to LUCID:https://lucid.substack.com/Buy STRONGMEN:https://wwnorton.com/books/9781324001546Thanks to BetterHelp for sponsoring...
2022-01-141h 13The Lincoln ProjectA Strategy of Projection with Ruth Ben-GhiatHost Reed Galen is joined by Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Author and Professor of Italian and History at New York University. They discuss how Ruth came to find herself at the center of the conversation around democracy and the fight against authoritarianism, how the GOP uses projection as a strategy, and why it seems so hard for those in politics/government to acknowledge the realities of the world that we are truly living in today. Be sure to pick up Ruth’s latest book, Strongmen: From Mussolini to the Present at your favorite book retailer.
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2021-12-0132 minThe Lincoln ProjectA Strategy of Projection with Ruth Ben-GhiatHost Reed Galen is joined by Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Author and Professor of Italian and History at New York University. They discuss how Ruth came to find herself at the center of the conversation around democracy and the fight against authoritarianism, how the GOP uses projection as a strategy, and why it seems so hard for those in politics/government to acknowledge the realities of the world that we are truly living in today. Be sure to pick up Ruth’s latest book, Strongmen: From Mussolini to the Present at your favorite book retailer.
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2021-12-0132 min
That Trippi ShowRuth Ben-Ghiat: Strongmen, Trump's Future, Predicting Path of American Authoritarianism
As the Jan. 6 investigation in the House unfolds, historian and professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat joins the show to put America's authoritarian impulses in historical and global context.
She contrasts Trump to historical autocrats, puts some of his skills and tendencies under the microscope, and helps diagnose the temperature of the movement in the country today. She offers some hopeful reasons for why Trump could fade in future elections, but also warnings about what has or hasn't been addressed since Jan. 6.
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2021-11-0934 min
Political Courage38. Ruth Ben-Ghiat InterviewAuthor & Professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat joins me to discuss authoritarian political leadership. She discusses her book, Strongmen, and helps us understand the motivations and the "playbook" of authoritarians. She discusses how we can spot them and get rid of them. Join us and learn!
2021-10-2545 min
The Rewired SoulThe Danger of Fascist Manipulation with Ruth Ben-GhiatEpisode Notes
Today's guest is Ruth Ben-Ghiat, and she's a historian who studies fascism, propaganda, and other threats to democracy. In this episode, we chat about her phenomenal book Strongmen, which is all about how people like Mussolini, Hitler, and others rise to power. We discuss the Trump presidency, misinformation, what fascism actually means, and much more.
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2021-10-0837 min
The World BeneathBeware of Strongmen with Ruth Ben-Ghiat | Sitdown 5When crime lords, or their puppets, find their way into political office, the worst of mankind is unleashed. LB sits down with scholar and author Ruth Ben-Ghiat to talk Mussolini and Hitler, the techniques and circumstances that lead to a Strongman's rise, and the devasting parallals and symbiosis they have with mob bosses - past and present. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2021-06-221h 15
The Rob Burgess ShowEp. 195 - Ruth Ben-GhiatHello and welcome to The Rob Burgess Show. I am, of course, your host, Rob Burgess.
On this our 195th episode, our guest is Ruth Ben-Ghiat.
Ruth Ben-Ghiat is a historian, educator and commentator on fascism, authoritarian leaders and propaganda. She is Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University and an Advisor to Protect Democracy. She writes for CNN and other media outlets, and her latest book, “Strongmen: From Mussolini to the Present,” which was published by Norton in 2020, examines the authoritarian playbook illiberal leaders have used for a century. Her Substack newsletter, Lucid, examines threats to demo...
2021-05-0359 min
Ruthless Compassion with Dr. Marcia Sirota83 - Ruth Ben-Ghiat: The Dangerous Rise of Authoritarian PoliticsRuth Ben-Ghiat is a historian, educator, and commentator on fascism, authoritarian leaders, and propaganda — and the threats these present to democracies around the world. Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University, she is author or editor of seven books and many essays and op-eds in media outlets including CNN, The New Yorker, and The Washington Post. Her newest book is Strongmen: From Mussolini to the Present (Norton, 2020), which examines the authoritarian playbook illiberal leaders have used for a century
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2021-04-2939 min
Refuse FascismRuth Ben-Ghiat: The GOP is Now the Party of AutocracyRuth Ben-Ghiat, professor of history at New York University and the author of Strongmen: From Mussolini to the Present talks with Sam Goldman about the continuing effects of Trump's lies and how the entire GOP has changed in the aftermath of the Trump years and Jan 6th coup attempt. Sign up for her new newsletter "Lucid," follow her on Twitter at @RuthBenGhiat, and check out her website ruthbenghiat.com.
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2021-04-2539 min
Pints & DiplomacyEpisode 12 -- Interview with RBG (Ruth Ben-Ghiat) expert on Authoritarian LeadersAuthoritarian Leaders and our experience with Cameo — We indirectly bring Tomi Lahren and Anthony Scaramucci onto our pod for a discussion on White Supremacy, Qanon, and the January 6th insurrection. Our Special Guest is Ruth Ben-Ghiat who is an expert on Authoritarian leaders. She is a published author and has made the rounds on shows with the likes of Don Lemon and Morning Joe to name a couple. This episode is a recap of the terrifying events of January 6th, but also an opportunity to look ahead at the implications of Trumps election loss and his ensuing role in th...
2021-03-1846 min
The Vermont Conversation with David GoodmanRuth Ben-Ghiat on Trump as a 21st century strongmanJoe Biden is now the 46th president of the United States, and Donald Trump becomes a figure in history. But where and how does Trump fit into that history? Ruth Ben-Ghiat, professor of history and Italian studies at New York University, explains that Trump now defines a new kind of media-savvy — but ultimately failed — strongman leader. She is the author of Strongmen: From Mussolini to the Present. "Trump is a 21st century strongman. He’s a showman and manipulator," says Ben-Ghiat. "Trump mastered misinformation and connecting emotionally with people...But his populist stuff was just B.S."
2021-01-2029 min
The Department of Conversation with Pat Brittenden157 Professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat on Donald Trump in historical contextRuth Ben-Ghiat is a Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University and an historian and commentator on fascism, authoritarian leaders, and propaganda - and the threats these present to democracies.
Professor Ben-Ghiat is a contributor to CNN, The New Yorker, and The Washington Post and her latest book, "Strongmen: Mussolini to the President", examines how authoritarians use propaganda, virility, corruption, and violence to stay in power, and how they can be opposed.
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2021-01-1346 min
After WordsRuth Ben-Ghiat, "Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present"Historian Ruth Ben-Ghiat examines how authoritarian leaders rule. She’s interviewed by Barnard College and Columbia University professor and author Sheri Berman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-12-201h 00
The Michael Moore PodcastEp. 146: No Coup For You! (feat. Ruth Ben-Ghiat)As Donald Trump's attempts to steal the election in the courts continue to falter, and as his legal team humiliates themselves at every turn, are we becoming too content in laughing it off and too comfortable in thinking our institutions are now stable? Historian and author Ruth Ben-Ghiat appeared in Michael Moore's "Fahrenheit 11/9" to help warn of the fascist threat posed by Trump, and she joins Michael now to share her most recent ideas about the danger we are currently in and how leaders like Trump help us become our worst selves. She's written a new book looking back...
2020-12-1056 min
Just In NewsHistorian Ruth Ben-Ghiat on Strongmen and Trump’s Wannabe 6-Pack AbsHistorian and Author Ruth Ben-Ghiat joins the Just In News Podcast to talk about her new book, Strongmen: From Mussolini to the Present. She discusses why Donald Trump has the same traits as other strongman leaders throughout history, how he convinced 74 million people to vote for him, her collection of Trump memes, and what […]
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2020-12-0335 min
Chris Voss PodcastChris Voss Podcast – Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present by Ruth Ben-GhiatStrongmen: Mussolini to the Present by Ruth Ben-Ghiat What modern authoritarian leaders have in common (and how they can be stopped). Ruth Ben-Ghiat is the expert on the “strongman” playbook employed by authoritarian demagogues from Mussolini to Putin―enabling her to predict with uncanny accuracy the recent experience in America. In Strongmen, she lays bare the […]
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2020-12-011h 04
"Be Bold America!"Strongmen: Why Authoritarian Leaders Succeed and How They Fall with Dr. Ruth Ben-GhiatProduced by KSQD90.7FM
(Program note: Many of us have wondered why so many women support Donald Trump? Dr. Ruth Ben-Ghiat provides the answer!)
Dr. Ruth Ben-Ghiat is an international, award-winning, scholar on authoritarianism and fascism who told Don Lemon on CNN Tonight, during the October 2019 impeachment process that, “once authoritarians get into office, it’s very difficult to get them out.”
Dr. Ben-Ghiat’s new book is the first book to place Donald Trump in the context of a century of authoritarianism. Knowing that Donald Trump uses the same playbook as past rulers...
2020-11-2352 min
The Truth Report with Chauncey DeVegaRuth Ben-Ghiat Explains Donald Trump's CoupRuth Ben-Ghiat is a professor of history and Italian studies at New York University and an expert on fascism and authoritarianism. Her opinion essays and other writing have been featured by CNN, the Washington Post, The New Yorker and the Atlantic. Ruth Ben-Ghiat's new book is Strongmen: From Mussolini to the Present. She explains the real meaning and breadth of the Trump regime's coup attempt and how societies begin to heal once authoritarian leaders have been removed. And Ben-Ghiat also highlights how "organized forgetting" imperils and undermines a true reckoning with the harm and damage...
2020-11-2319 min
Counter IntelligenceNYU Professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat's, "Strongmen: Mussolini To The Present"NYU Professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat's, "Strongmen: Mussolini To The Present"
2020-11-2233 min
Sing for ScienceLiving Colour: Cult of Personality (Psychology of Fascism with Ruth Ben-Ghiat)LIVING COLOUR: CULT OF PERSONALITY: THE PSYCHOLOGY AND DYNAMICS OF TYRANNYwith Vernon Reid and Corey Glover from the band Living Colourand Dr. Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Fascism and propaganda professor at NYUIn this episode we discuss:- The fascism playbook- How authoritarian regimes end- Fascism and the illusion of authenticity- Cause for hope- Billy Joel's smashed pianoAIRS 11/18/20
2020-11-181h 03
Power-Up With This Inspiring Full Audiobook — Perfect This Weekend.Strongmen by Ruth Ben-GhiatPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/224047to listen full audiobooks.
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Ruth Ben-Ghiat is the expert on the "strongman" playbook employed by authoritarian demagogues from Mussolini to Putin. In Strongmen, she lays bare the blueprint these leaders have followed over the past 100 years, and empowers us to recognize, resist, and prevent their disastrous rule in the future.
2020-11-179h 42Savor The Sensational Full Audiobook Now, Curious Minds!Strongmen by Ruth Ben-GhiatPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/224047to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Strongmen
Author: Ruth Ben-Ghiat
Narrator: Chloe Cannon
Format: mp3
Length: 9 hrs and 42 mins
Release date: 11-17-20
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 1,082 ratings
Genres: Democracy
Publisher's Summary:
Ruth Ben-Ghiat is the expert on the "strongman" playbook employed by authoritarian demagogues from Mussolini to Putin. In Strongmen, she lays bare the blueprint these leaders have followed over the past 100 years, and empowers us to recognize, resist, and prevent their disastrous rule in the future.
2020-11-179h 42
ChatChat - Claudia CraggHow To Manage 'StrongMen' with Ruth Ben GhiatClaudia Cragg @claudiacragg speaks here for @KGNU with Ruth Ben-Ghiat, @ruthbenghiat, the expert on the "strongman" playbook employed by authoritarian demagogues from Mussolini to Putin―enabling her to predict with uncanny accuracy the recent experience in America. In , she lays bare the blueprint these leaders have followed over the past 100 years, and empowers us to recognize, resist, and prevent their disastrous rule in the future. For ours, she says, is the age of authoritarian rulers: self-proclaimed saviors of the nation who evade accountability while robbing their people of truth, treasure, and the protections of democracy. They promise law and order, th...
2020-11-1229 min
The StakesStraight Out of the Authoritarian Playbook with guest Prof. Ruth Ben-GhiatThe conventions are over. Now the real campaigning begins. Trump's doubling down on his dark messages of mayhem and lies to demagogue issues of law and order and undermine the upcoming election. Historian, NYU Professor and author of the forthcoming book "Strongmen: From Mussolini to the Present," Ruth Ben Ghiat joins Tara to discuss the ways Trump's behavior is straight out of the authoritarian playbook.Tara gives her take on the RNC, Kenosha, the Trump administrations continued effort to suppress intelligence about Russian election interference and more.
2020-09-031h 23
Refuse FascismRuth Ben-Ghiat: "When They Don't Hide It"Coco Das, one of the editors of RefuseFascism.org interviews Ruth Ben-Ghiat, historian of fascism, who tweeted on May 21st: "When do you know authoritarian corruption has advanced to a new stage? When they don’t hide it. Trump’s been frank: if it might lose me the election, it cannot be allowed."
Since the interview, an extraordinarily broad and diverse movement against police murder has erupted across the country, with incredible repression and brutality inflicted against protesters in DC and other major cities - Refuse Fascism has been out there working to join the demand for just...
2020-06-0834 min
Zarathustra - Radio Italia anni '60Leader autoritari e Covid19. Intervista a Ruth Ben-GhiatLa prof.ssa Ruth Ben-Ghiat, docente di storia alla New York University e commentatrice politica per CNN ci parla del pericolo dei leader autoritari ai tempi del #Covid19.
2020-05-2211 min
The ConversationNomi Prins & Ruth Ben-Ghiat - April 13, 2020Nomi Prins and Ruth Ben-Ghiat speak with Cenk on The Conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-04-1433 min"Be Bold America!"“Trump’s Authoritarian Playbook: What’s Next?” with Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Ph.D.Produced at KSQD 90.7FM
The return of the strongman. Principles of democratic rule are being challenged, and authoritarian leadership styles are gaining greater attention even in America, the greatest democracy the world has ever known. Strongmen rule over some of the most populous and powerful nations on earth such as China, Russia, Egypt, Turkey, Hungary and even America. The American republic could die and is considered by many to no longer be one. In 2015, President Jimmy Carter stated: “We've become, now, an oligarchy instead of a democracy.”
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2019-07-2259 min
Counter IntelligenceProfessor Ruth Ben-Ghiat On America & AuthoritarianismProfessor Ruth Ben-Ghiat On America & Authoritarianism by Forensic News
2019-06-2400 minThink About ItFree Speech 27: Ruth Ben-Ghiat on Free Speech and the Role of the MediaIn free democracies, the role of the university is to be an arbiter of truth. They share this critical role with a free press. What is happening with universities in the age of Trump, where the media's role as an arbiter of truth is under severe attack? Join me in a conversation with Professor Ruth Ben-Ghiat, an expert of the history of fascism at New York University, and a frequent commentator on various platforms and monthly columnist for CNN.com on contemporary politics.Uli Baer teaches literature and photography as University Professor at New York University. A r...
2018-10-0855 min
The Chauncey DeVega ShowEp. 139: Ruth Ben-Ghiat Analyzes Authoritarianism and Donald Trump's Predatory MasculinityRuth Ben-Ghiat is the guest on this week's episode of The Chauncey DeVega Show. She is a historian at New York University who specializes in authoritarianism, aesthetics, cultural politics, and Italian history. She is the author of numerous books including an upcoming project on authoritarianism and political strongmen. Ben-Ghiat is also a regular contributor to CNN, The Atlantic, and The Huffington Post. During this week's show, Professor Ben-Ghiat and Chauncey discuss Donald Trump's rise to power, authoritarianism and American politics, the global color line, masculinity, and how violence is a central component of Donald Trump's appeal for...
2017-06-021h 29
The ExchangeRuth Ben-Ghiat: How Fascists RiseDr. Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University, talks about her research on the rise of fascism in 1920s Italy, how and why authoritarian leaders can gain power, and her views on the 2016 U.S. Presidential election.
2017-02-0151 minThe ExchangeRuth Ben-Ghiat: How Fascists RiseDr. Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Professor of History and Italian Studies at New York University, talks about her research on the rise of fascism in 1920s Italy, how and why authoritarian leaders can gain power, and her views on the 2016 U.S. Presidential election.
2017-02-0100 min