New Book Club podcast episode!

Taylor and Shawn are joined by Sisyphus of Bauer Leather to discuss one of the most unique episodes from the history of his state, the West Virginia mine wars, and reflect on the questions it raises about American history, identity, capitalism, and the relevance of National Socialism to the American context.

Notes:
0:00 - Introducing the topic and guest
1:43 - West Virginia’s early history
5:36 - The coal industry in West Virginia
27:24 - The struggle between the miners’ union and coal operators
36:52 - The Battle of Blair Mountain and afterward
50:12 - Considering the broader political and historical relevance
1:01:52 - Capitalism and National Socialism in the American context
1:14:42 - Conclusion

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