In this final episode of the Echoes of Tyranny series, we delve deep into the chilling conclusions of George Orwell's '1984' and Aldous Huxley's 'Brave New World', exploring their haunting relevance in today’s world. We break down the different forms of control portrayed in these dystopian classics—Orwell's brutal force through fear and Huxley's seductive oppression through comfort—and how they reflect the ways power manipulates society now. Drawing comparisons between these novels and our c...
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In this final episode of the Echoes of Tyranny series, we delve deep into the chilling conclusions of George Orwell's '1984' and Aldous Huxley's 'Brave New World', exploring their haunting relevance in today’s world. We break down the different forms of control portrayed in these dystopian classics—Orwell's brutal force through fear and Huxley's seductive oppression through comfort—and how they reflect the ways power manipulates society now. Drawing comparisons between these novels and our c...
#115: Degrees of Freedom: Navigating the College Maze
Intellectual Freedom Podcast
32 minutes
2 years ago
#115: Degrees of Freedom: Navigating the College Maze
It is past time to challenge the age-old belief in the college dream.Join us in a thought-provoking discussion on the evolving landscape of higher education. As a seasoned educator, I take a holistic approach to this important decision for high school students, college students, or adults considering returning to college. I am neither anti-college nor blindly pro-college, but rather a staunch advocate for informed choices.In a world where college is often hailed as the ultimate path to succes...
Intellectual Freedom Podcast
In this final episode of the Echoes of Tyranny series, we delve deep into the chilling conclusions of George Orwell's '1984' and Aldous Huxley's 'Brave New World', exploring their haunting relevance in today’s world. We break down the different forms of control portrayed in these dystopian classics—Orwell's brutal force through fear and Huxley's seductive oppression through comfort—and how they reflect the ways power manipulates society now. Drawing comparisons between these novels and our c...
