{"podcast":{"title":"Democracy in America - Alexis de Tocqueville","slug":"democracy-in-america-alexis-de-tocqueville-5951759","podcast_index_feed_id":5951759,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/5757085/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/democracy-in-america_1","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4202581ac0189fda2db13e67295717bb.jpg","author":"Sol Good Media","episode_count":101,"summary":"Explore the intricate dynamics of governance and society with a focus on the principles of equality and freedom. This podcast delves into the complexities of political systems, examining the balance between individual rights and collective responsibilities. Each week, we present a different full-length audiobook that offers diverse insights into the evolution of democratic ideals across various cultures and eras. Our rotating selection highlights a wide range of perspectives and writing styles, ensuring a fresh and engaging experience with every episode. Whether you're seeking to understand the foundations of modern politics or simply enjoy thought-provoking narratives, this series promises both enlightenment and discovery. New books are added weekly. Check out more shows at solgoodmedia.com.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-22T20:17:47.642317+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/democracy-in-america-alexis-de-tocqueville-5951759"},"episode":{"title":"Democracy - An American Novel - Henry Brooks Adams","slug":"democracy-an-american-novel-henry-brooks-adams","published_at":"2026-07-21T09:00:16+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/democracy-in-america-alexis-de-tocqueville-5951759/democracy-an-american-novel-henry-brooks-adams","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/democracy-in-america-alexis-de-tocqueville-5951759","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/democracy-an-american-novel-henry-brooks-adams--72726414","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72726414/democracy_an_american_novel_henry_brooks_adams.mp3","summary":"\"Democracy - An American Novel\" by Henry Brooks Adams explores the political landscape of Washington in the 1870s through the eyes of Madeleine Lee, a young widow seeking to understand her country and its governance. As she navigates the corridors of power, she encounters influential figures like Senator Silas P. Ratcliffe, who embodies the complexities of political ambition and the challenges of integrity in a corrupt system. Adams deftly weaves themes of political necessity, compromise, and the pervasive influence of corporate interests, making this narrative not only a reflection of its time but also a timeless examination of the moral dilemmas faced by those in power.","meta_description":"\"Democracy - An American Novel\" by Henry Brooks Adams explores the political landscape of Washington in the 1870s through the eyes of Madeleine Lee, a you…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":26204,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/democracy-in-america-alexis-de-tocqueville-5951759/episodes/democracy-an-american-novel-henry-brooks-adams/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/democracy-in-america-alexis-de-tocqueville-5951759/democracy-an-american-novel-henry-brooks-adams.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}