Peeling Back Layers of the 70s: A Look at its Lasting Legacy with the Long Seventies Podcast

Prepare yourself for a mind-expanding conversation with Matt and Alex from the Long 70s podcast. We're rewinding time, unlocking the secrets of an era that stretched from 1968 to 1984/85 and has left far-reaching impacts on our world today.From the emergence of new left politics to the influence of the cultural Cold War, we unravel the dynamics that shaped the late 60s and 70s. We shine a spot light on the role of media, the existence of aliens and delve into the world of post-modernism. We also uncover the work of cultural critic Christopher Lasch and his unique application of Foucault's ideas to American culture.To wrap up our journey through this transformative era, we reflect on the cultural messaging in popular cinema, the rapid pace of technological progress and the early days of the internet. As we dissect the legacy of the 70s and its influence on our present, we also explore how this era continues to haunt our culture today. So, tune in, and let's take a trip down memory lane, discovering the untold stories of the long 70s.Send us a text Musis by Bitterlake, Used with Permission, all rights to BitterlakeSupport the showCrew:Host: C. Derick VarnIntro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.Intro Video Design: Jason MylesArt Design: Corn and C. Derick VarnLinks and Social Media:twitter: @varnvlogblue sky: @varnvlog.bsky.socialYou can find the additional streams on YoutubeCurrent Patreon at the Sponsor Tier: Jordan Sheldon, Mark J. Matthews, Lindsay Kimbrough, RedWolf, DRV, Kenneth McKee, JY Chan, Matthew Monahan, Parzival, Adriel Mixon, Buddy Roark, Daniel Petrovic

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