How the Left was Won

Mike needs more time to do research, so he and Jake decide to continue reading Mussolini's book. Things are beginning to look up, but weird writing choices are still present.

Mike and Jake begin their readthrough of Mussolini's most prominent (and only) work of fiction, The Cardinal's Mistress. Highlights include almost no dialog, the main characters doing nothing and a description of a party that goes on for way too long.

Mike and Jake begin their exploration into the origins of fascism. Mike gives Jake an overview of Benito Mussolini's early life. We learn of Mussolini's initial political leanings as a socialist and his violent tendencies towards others.

Hosts Mike and Jake talk about what they're actually fighting by discussing what fascism really is.

Hosts Mike and Jake introduce themselves and explain why they decided to start this podcast.