Ep 055: Mark Twain- The Man, The Myth, The Mustache
Highlights of this episode include diving into the razor-sharp wit and rebellious genius of Mark Twain - America’s original literary troublemaker - on the 150th anniversary of the publication of Tom Sawyer. We’ll explore how a kid from Missouri became the voice of a restless, complicated nation, and why his tales of riverboats, rogues, and racial reckoning still pack a punch today. With the release of Ron Chernow’s brand-new biography, we’ll unpack the man behind the mustache - from his biting social satire to his financial disasters and lifelong love of mischief. Whether you’ve read…
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