I interview Andrew Fiala about his new book Tyranny from Plato to Trump: Fools, Sycophants, and Citizens. It's an exploration of the psychological and social dynamics involving tyrants and would-be tyrants, their enablers, and the mobs who cheer them on.

For more about Andrew visit AndrewFiala.com.

Buy a copy of Tyranny from Plato to Trump here.

Also, check out my review/essay about the book at SnideShow.com (my new online project featuring book and movie reviews, essays, and commentary).

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