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Part One: Rudolf Steiner: The Racist Who Invented Organic Farming and Waldorf Schools
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Published: Tue Sep 24 2019
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In Episode 86, Robert is joined by Chris Crofton to discuss Rudolf Steiner.Footnotes:1. A Reflection on the Anthroposophical Path of Schooling2. 'Isms & 'Ologies: All the movements, ideologies and doctrines that have shaped our world 3. Biodynamic farming is on the rise – but how effective is this alternative agricultural practice?4. Twitter Thread5. Head Archivist, Archives at the Goeheanum Dornach, Switzerland. Author of "Anthroposophy in the Time of Nazi Germany", Verlag R. Oldenberg, Munich, 1999. 6. Rudolf Steiner and the Jewish Question7. Winston Churchill: Accusations of anti-Semitism, economic inexperience and the blunt refusal that led to the deaths of millions8. STEINER REJECTED ANTISEMITISM AND RACISM ALL THROUGH HIS LIFE9. Waldorf Graduate awarded Nobel Prize in Medicine10. ‘Psychic’ Ex‐Student's Influence Shakes Waldorf School11. Why are Steiner schools so controversial?12. Anthroposophy and Ecofascism13. WHO WAS RUDOLF STEINER?14. Rudolf Steiner's Quackery15. Anthroposophic Medicine: An Integrative Medical System Originating in Europe16. Anthroposophy and Ecofascism17. ATLANTIS AND LEMURIA18. Truth and Knowledge Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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