Chapter

The False Security of Buttoning a Coat
listen on Spotify
23:31 - 27:20 (03:49)

The act of standing up and buttoning one's jacket can give a sense of bravado and false security, as if one is ready to fight.

Clips
The speaker discusses a historical figure's body language and what it might reveal about him as a showman.
23:31 - 25:38 (02:07)
listen on Spotify
body language
Summary

The speaker discusses a historical figure's body language and what it might reveal about him as a showman.

Chapter
The False Security of Buttoning a Coat
Episode
Part Three: Morton Downey Junior: The Ur-Media Grifter
Podcast
Behind the Bastards
Morton Downey Jr. gained attention for his confrontational talk show, which included controversial interviews and guests.
25:38 - 26:19 (00:41)
listen on Spotify
Talk Show
Summary

Morton Downey Jr. gained attention for his confrontational talk show, which included controversial interviews and guests. He was able to appeal to a wide audience by expressing his irritation towards topics such as feminism, environmentalism, and social justice.

Chapter
The False Security of Buttoning a Coat
Episode
Part Three: Morton Downey Junior: The Ur-Media Grifter
Podcast
Behind the Bastards
Ron Paul defends his position on the decriminalization or legalization of drugs on the Morton Downey Jr. show, while Downey argues against it and threatens violence over the issue.
26:19 - 27:20 (01:00)
listen on Spotify
Ron Paul
Summary

Ron Paul defends his position on the decriminalization or legalization of drugs on the Morton Downey Jr. show, while Downey argues against it and threatens violence over the issue.

Chapter
The False Security of Buttoning a Coat
Episode
Part Three: Morton Downey Junior: The Ur-Media Grifter
Podcast
Behind the Bastards