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How Nietzsche Shaped American Thought | Sheluyang Peng


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This fascinating conversation with writer Sheluyang Peng explores the profound influence of Friedrich Nietzsche on American thought. From Emerson’s impact on him to the way his philosophy found similarities with American pragmatism to his role in shaping modern political and cultural landscapes, this episode uncovers Nietzsche’s surprising connections to American philosophy, theology, and even infamous historical events like the Leopold and Loeb case. Yang shares insights into how Nietzsche’s ideas resonate with both the left and the right, and why his philosophy remains relevant today.

(00:00 - Introduction) 
(01:03 - Why Yang Got Interested in Nietzsche: A Preacher’s Kid Perspective)
(03:30 - Nietzsche’s American Connection: Ralph Waldo Emerson’s Influence)
(05:12 - American vs. European Views of Nietzsche)
(06:53 - Nietzsche’s Role in American Pragmatism)
(08:02 - H.L. Mencken and Popularizing Nietzsche in America)
(10:33 - Nietzsche and the Leopold and Loeb Murder Case)
(13:47 - Nietzsche’s Surprising Influence on Christian Thinkers)
(18:58 - Nietzsche in Modern American Politics)
(20:56 - Bronze Age Pervert and Right-Wing Nietzscheanism)
(25:27 - Nietzsche and René Girard’s Mimetic Theory)
(28:56 - Is Nietzsche Whatever You Want Him to Be?)
(30:14 - The Future of Nietzschean Thought in America)
(31:27 - Closing Remarks and Where to Read More)

SHELUYANG PENG LINKS:
🌐 American Affairs Journal: Nietzsche's Eternal Return in America - https://americanaffairsjournal.org/2024/11/nietzsches-eternal-return-in-america/
🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/WithinGoodNEvil

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Leopold and Loeb Murder Case: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leopold_and_Loeb

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