Liberalism’s Identity Crisis | Interview: Dr. Tomer Persico

The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg

The Dispatch

Politics, News

4.6 • 6.3K Ratings

🗓️ 17 July 2025

⏱️ 85 minutes

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In another counterprogramming edition of The Remnant, Jonah Goldberg is joined by first-time guest Dr. Tomer Persico to discuss his forthcoming book In God's Image: How Western Civilization Was Shaped by a Revolutionary Idea. Persico explains how the equality of the created individual serves as the bedrock for the Western world and explores its implications for liberalism, the separation of church and state, and atheism. Show Notes:—Pre-order In God’s Image:How Western Civilization Was Shaped by a Revolutionary Idea— Dr. Tomer Persico’s bio The Remnant is a production of The Dispatch, a digital media company covering politics, policy, and culture from a non-partisan, conservative perspective. To access all of The Dispatch’s offerings—including Jonah’s G-File newsletter, regular livestreams, and other members-only content—click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:18.7	Greetings, dear listeners, this is Jonah Goldberg, host of the Remnant podcast, brought to you by the
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1:24.1	Very excited for today's guest.
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