

The Worthy House (Charles Haywood)
Charles Haywood
I am here to give you back your future. Human flourishing in the coming post-liberal West. The hour is late, and Moloch is within the gates. Foundationalism. Reality-focused writings, often on history and politics.
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Mar 17, 2026 • 23min
End of the Road: Inside the War on Truckers (Gord Magill)
An insightful, and infuriating, analysis of the forced decline of the profession of trucking, and what might be done about it.
The written version of this review can be found here (https://theworthyhouse.com/2026/03/17/end-of-the-road-inside-the-war-on-truckers-gord-magill/).
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Mar 4, 2026 • 20min
Kings in the North: The House of Percy in British History (Alexander Rose)
A voluminous history of the Percy family, who ruled the North of England for five hundred years.
The written version of this review can be found here (https://theworthyhouse.com/2026/03/04/kings-in-the-north-the-house-of-percy-in-british-history-alexander-rose/).
The PDF is here: https://theworthyhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/TOMWED1.pdf
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Jan 30, 2026 • 21min
Tom Wedderburn’s Life (Theodore Judson)
The first book from the estimable Theodore Judson, author of Fitzpatrick's War. An evocative study of a simple man's life, lived with honor in the face of adversity. Nearly impossible to find, but below is a link to an (authorized) PDF.
The written version of this review can be found here (https://theworthyhouse.com/2026/01/30/tom-wedderburns-life-theodore-judson/).
The PDF is here: https://theworthyhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/TOMWED1.pdf
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Jan 2, 2026 • 35min
The Age of Extraction: How Tech Platforms Conquered the Economy and Threaten Our Future Prosperity (Tim Wu)
Discover the dark side of tech's growth as economic power consolidates, threatening societal stability. The discussion examines historical optimism versus the reality of monopolization, emphasizing the dangers of unregulated platforms. Hear about vast data collection, the rise of private equity in healthcare, and the chilling effects of ideological capture on platforms. Solutions like robust antitrust enforcement are proposed, but doubts linger about political will. Explore how extraction breeds inequality and resentment in today's world.

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Dec 27, 2025 • 47min
On Power: The Natural History of Its Growth (Bertrand de Jouvenel)
Explore the intriguing dynamics of power and governance as discussed through the lens of aristocracy and natural law. Delve into the Minotaur metaphor representing centralized modern power and the intricate relationship between kings, religion, and society. Understand how revolutions can inadvertently reinforce authority, and hear critiques of democracy as a pathway to totalitarianism. The podcast also tackles the historical checks on power and the essential role of social bonds in true liberty, revealing the complex interplay between ideology and governance.

Dec 8, 2025 • 24min
The Collapse of Global Liberalism: And the Emergence of the Post Liberal World Order (Philip Pilkington)
In a gripping analysis, the podcast delves into the demise of Enlightenment liberalism and its implications for our world. The hosts argue that liberalism's quest to erase hierarchies has paradoxically produced new ones. They dissect the historical lineage from Locke to Marx, highlight the failures unveiled by the Russo-Ukraine war, and critique the unrealistic worship of GDP. The vision of a post-liberal future emphasizes family, higher birthrates, and a multipolar economic framework, raising questions about how societies might adapt to this new order.

Nov 24, 2025 • 28min
Leaving a Legacy: Inheritance, Charity, & Thousand-Year Families (Johann Kurtz)
Explore the concept of legacy and its contrast with modern consumption. Delve into the true nature of charity, emphasizing local connections over impersonal philanthropy. Discover why family should be central to legacy building and how holistic merit can include virtues beyond wealth. Learn how lasting families utilize rituals and tradition for influence across generations. The importance of investing in local communities and creating permanent assets for future generations is highlighted, urging listeners to take action on their legacies today.

Nov 12, 2025 • 29min
Against the Machine: On the Unmaking of Humanity (Paul Kingsnorth)
A bold and insightful, but somewhat flawed, exposition of what is wrong with the modern world, and what to do about it.
The written version of this review can be found here (https://theworthyhouse.com/2025/11/12/against-the-machine-on-the-unmaking-of-humanity-paul-kingsnorth/).
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Sep 30, 2025 • 25min
In My Time of Dying: How I Came Face to Face with the Idea of an Afterlife (Sebastian Junger)
An exploration of Near Death Experiences, including his own, from a man who has often explored the many aspects of human nature.
The written version of this review can be found here (https://theworthyhouse.com/2025/09/30/in-my-time-of-dying-how-i-came-face-to-face-with-the-idea-of-an-afterlife-sebastian-junger/).
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Sep 22, 2025 • 27min
Cornwallis: Soldier and Statesman in a Revolutionary World (Richard Middleton)
Of a man often misunderstood by Americans, whose life offers valuable lessons for the coming time of national renewal. Bonus content about insane Indian ethnonarcissism!
The written version of this review can be found here (https://theworthyhouse.com/2025/09/22/cornwallis-soldier-and-statesman-in-a-revolutionary-world-richard-middleton/).
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