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Narcissistic Alan Dulles & the Victorian Cult of Childhood
33:19 - 45:01 (11:41)
A discussion on the Victorian cult of childhood in literature and how it relates to the character of Alan Dulles, who exhibits signs of narcissistic behavior. The conversation also explores the concept of individuals having a lust for dangerous discovery, as seen in the book "Kim".
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The transcript discusses close intimate male relationships during the British colonial era and the speculation around them.
33:19 - 36:57 (03:37)
Summary
The transcript discusses close intimate male relationships during the British colonial era and the speculation around them. It also shares a story of a boy's intense but celibate crush on another boy.
ChapterNarcissistic Alan Dulles & the Victorian Cult of Childhood
EpisodePart One: How The Dulles Brothers Created The CIA And Destroyed Everything Else
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The novel "Kim" by Rudyard Kipling reflects the Victorian cult of childhood and explores the idea that children have special insight that adults don't have.
36:57 - 41:32 (04:35)
Summary
The novel "Kim" by Rudyard Kipling reflects the Victorian cult of childhood and explores the idea that children have special insight that adults don't have. The main character Kim is told that he has a lust for discovering news at the risk of his life.
ChapterNarcissistic Alan Dulles & the Victorian Cult of Childhood
EpisodePart One: How The Dulles Brothers Created The CIA And Destroyed Everything Else
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The speaker comments on Alan Dulles traits as a classic narcissist, citing his bursts of rage and controlling preferences as indicators.
41:32 - 45:01 (03:28)
Summary
The speaker comments on Alan Dulles traits as a classic narcissist, citing his bursts of rage and controlling preferences as indicators. However, despite this, Alan Dulles' dedication to changing the world is noted.