Part One: H.L. Hunt: The First Elon Musk
Summary
Host Robert Evans and guest Princess Weeks examine H.L. Hunt, the oil tycoon who pioneered right-wing media manipulation. They explore his Confederate roots, his bizarre childhood involving extended nursing, and his rivalry with his family. The episode frames Hunt as a proto-Elon Musk who used his wealth to force his political views on the public.
Topics discussed
Intro and H.L. Hunt overview
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H.L. Hunt's name, racism, and family ads
Biographer Tussauds and source reliability
Hash Hunt's death and family background
H.L. Hunt's childhood and father's abuse
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Mother's influence and early education
Gambling skills and leaving home
Railroad work and biographer's style
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San Francisco earthquake and racism
Friendship with Steve and college stint
Outro and final sponsor reads
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