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Paul Cantor October 12, 2015 (Episode 39)

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  • chapter 1 thumbnail

    Chapter 1 : Can TV be High Art?

    If Shakespeare were alive today, would he write for television? Cantor and Kristol discuss the medium of TV.

    0:15 - 20:30
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    Chapter 2 : The Invisible Hand in Popular Culture

    Paul Cantor explains what can we learn about contemporary America from our popular TV shows.

    20:30 - 36:30
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    Chapter 3 : Are Gangsters Tragic Heroes?

    Cantor and Kristol on the enduring appeal of gangsters and the gangster movie in America.

    36:30 - 45:47
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    Chapter 4 : The Western

    Is the Western the archetype of all American popular culture? Paul Cantor and Bill Kristol discuss.

    45:47 - 56:26
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    Chapter 5 : On The Simpsons and Seinfeld

    Bill Kristol and Paul Cantor discuss the best American comedies, including The Simpsons and Seinfeld.

    56:26 - 1:10:31
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    Chapter 6 : Conservatives and Popular Culture

    Paul Cantor explains why conservatives have been wrong to ignore popular culture and why they should pay attention.

    1:10:31 - 1:27:51
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