Benjamin Franklin: A Versatile Genius, with Guest Mark Skousen

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Portraits of Liberty

Libertarianism.org

79 episodes

3 weeks ago

Portraits of Liberty investigates the lives and philosophies of thinkers throughout history who argued in favor of a freer world.

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Portraits of Liberty investigates the lives and philosophies of thinkers throughout history who argued in favor of a freer world.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

History

Education,

Government

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Benjamin Franklin: A Versatile Genius, with Guest Mark Skousen

Portraits of Liberty

39 minutes 51 seconds

1 month ago

Benjamin Franklin: A Versatile Genius, with Guest Mark Skousen

In this episode, economist and historian Mark Skousen joins us to discuss his latest book, The Greatest American: Benjamin Franklin, The World's Most Versatile Genius. Skousen highlights Franklin’s remarkable range of life experiences from scientist and inventor to statesman, printer, and philosopher—showing why Franklin has long been considered by historians to be the most modern of the Founding Fathers. Skousen reflects on Franklin’s lessons on liberty, enterprise, and the pursuit of a flourishing life.

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