Ryan Williams
President of the Claremont Institute and featured guest discussing his recent trip to Japan and its political and historical implications.
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Mar 26, 2026 • 5min
Dispatch from Japan, Part II: From Antiquity to Modernity
Ryan Williams, president of the Claremont Institute, recounts his quasi-diplomatic trip to Japan and brings a historian’s perspective. He explores Japan’s long arc from samurai roots to Meiji modernization. They discuss religion’s role in politics, how samurai became bureaucrats, and demographic challenges facing modern Japan.
Dec 3, 2024 • 53min
RYAN WILLIAMS: How to Run a Dissident Think Tank
Ryan Williams, the President of the Claremont Institute, shares insights on navigating today's political landscape with a focus on dissident ideas. He discusses the Institute's rich history and its commitment to shaping public policy beyond academia. The conversation touches on the influential 'Flight 93 Election' essay, which called for a radical shift in conservative strategy, and contrasts West Coast and East Coast Straussian perspectives. Williams emphasizes the importance of adaptability and citizen engagement amid political polarization.
