Paul Cantor October 12, 2015 (Episode 39)
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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 -
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 -
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 -
Chapter 4 : The Western
Is the Western the archetype of all American popular culture? Paul Cantor and Bill Kristol discuss.
45:47 - 56:26 -
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 -
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