Chapter
Common themes in Libertarian Fiction
10:35 - 17:18 (06:43)
This podcast discusses the influence of Heinlein's "The Moon is a Harsh Mistress" and the idea of rebellion against government oppression to become independent, which is commonly found in libertarian fiction such as Starship Troopers, and how it has influenced modern ideas such as Elon Musk's plans to colonize Mars and the rise of crypto-currency.
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The podcast explores the contradiction between two influential science fiction novels by Robert Heinlein, Starship Troopers and The Moon is a Harsh Mistress, with the former being considered as a fascist book and the latter being a foundational text for American libertarians.
10:35 - 13:30 (02:55)
Summary
The podcast explores the contradiction between two influential science fiction novels by Robert Heinlein, Starship Troopers and The Moon is a Harsh Mistress, with the former being considered as a fascist book and the latter being a foundational text for American libertarians.
ChapterCommon themes in Libertarian Fiction
EpisodePart One: The Not-At-All-Sad History of Libertarian Sea Nations
PodcastBehind the Bastards
This episode discusses how science fiction, particularly works by Robert Heinlein, have influenced libertarian beliefs and the tech industry's plans for space colonization and cryptocurrency.
13:30 - 17:18 (03:47)
Summary
This episode discusses how science fiction, particularly works by Robert Heinlein, have influenced libertarian beliefs and the tech industry's plans for space colonization and cryptocurrency.