{"id":3774,"date":"2021-05-27T07:01:00","date_gmt":"2021-05-27T07:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/independentamericans.us\/116-sebastian-junger-freedom-the-iconic-author-on-his-must-read-new-book-memorial-day-losing-his-close-friend-in-combat-walking-across-america-almost-dying-president-biden-the-soul-of-america\/"},"modified":"2024-12-04T14:15:49","modified_gmt":"2024-12-04T14:15:49","slug":"116-sebastian-junger-freedom-the-iconic-author-on-his-must-read-new-book-memorial-day-losing-his-close-friend-in-combat-walking-across-america-almost-dying-president-biden-the-soul-of-america","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.righteous-media.com\/IndependentAmericans\/116-sebastian-junger-freedom-the-iconic-author-on-his-must-read-new-book-memorial-day-losing-his-close-friend-in-combat-walking-across-america-almost-dying-president-biden-the-soul-of-america\/","title":{"rendered":"116: Sebastian Junger. FREEDOM. The Iconic Author on His Must-Read New Book, Memorial Day, Losing His Close Friend in Combat, Walking Across America, Almost Dying, President Biden, the Soul of America, Smoking Cigarettes and Getting Shot At."},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.righteous-media.com\/IndependentAmericans\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IA-250-mail.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"573\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5074\" \/><br \/>\n<div class=\"embed-responsive  embed-responsive-16by9\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/D8ArymOjrfs\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen class=\" embed-responsive-item\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/playlist.megaphone.fm\/?e=ANA7836924587\" width=\"100%\" height=\"210\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"0\" style=\"width: 100%;height: 210px\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Sebastian Junger is one of the most important authors, thinkers and public intellectuals in America. And one of the most interesting guys you\u2019ll ever hear. He\u2019s also a true badass and adventurer\u2014the spirit of Hemingway\u2014who <a href=\"https:\/\/independentamericans.us\/100-sebastian-junger-the-bestselling-author-and-award-winning-filmmaker-dissects-our-country-in-crisis-exploring-the-tortured-and-fighting-spirit-of-america-redefining-patriotism-leadership-and-f\/\">joined us in Episode 100<\/a> and is back to talk candidly about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sebastianjunger.com\/freedom-by-sebastian-junger\">his highly-anticipated, sure-to-be-best-selling new book, <em>Freedom<\/em><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Throughout history, humans have been driven by the quest for two cherished ideals: community and freedom. The two don\u2019t coexist easily: we value individuality and self-reliance, yet are utterly dependent on community for our most basic needs. In this intricately crafted and thought-provoking book,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sebastianjunger.com\/sebastian-junger\"> Sebastian <\/a>examines this tension that lies at the heart of what it means to be human.<\/p>\n<p>Over a year, Sebastian and three friends\u2014a combat photographer and two War vets\u2014walked the railroad lines of America. It was an experiment in personal autonomy, but also in interdependence. Dodging railroad cops, sleeping under bridges, cooking over fires and drinking from creeks and rivers, the men forged a unique reliance on one another.<\/p>\n<p>Junger weaves his account of this journey together with primatology and boxing strategy, the history of labor strikes and Apache raiders, the role of women in resistance movements, and the brutal reality of life on the Pennsylvania frontier. Written in exquisite, razor-sharp prose, the result is a powerful examination of the primary desire that defines us.<\/p>\n<p>Junger is the #1 NY Times Bestselling author of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Perfect-Storm-True-Story-Against\/dp\/0393337014\"><em>The Perfect Storm<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Fire-Sebastian-Junger\/dp\/0060088613\/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fire+junger&amp;qid=1622053110&amp;s=books&amp;sr=1-1\"><em>Fire<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Death-Belmont-P-S-Sebastian-Junger\/dp\/0060742690\/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2AXB1NCYZXP9P&amp;dchild=1&amp;keywords=a+death+in+belmont+by+sebastian+junger&amp;qid=1622053137&amp;s=books&amp;sprefix=a+death+in++junger%2Cstripbooks%2C155&amp;sr=1-1\"><em>A Death In Belmont<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/WAR-Sebastian-Junger\/dp\/044655622X\/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=war+sebastian+junger&amp;qid=1622053159&amp;s=books&amp;sr=1-1\"><em>War<\/em><\/a><em> <\/em>and<em> <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Tribe-Homecoming-Belonging-Sebastian-Junger\/dp\/1455566381\/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=tribe+sebastian+junger&amp;qid=1622053183&amp;s=books&amp;sr=1-1\"><em>Tribe<\/em><\/a> and the visionary filmmaker behind <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sebastianjunger.com\/films-1\"><em>Restrepo, Korengal <\/em>and <em>Which Way Is The Front Line From Here?<\/em><\/a><em> <\/em>He is also the Founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.risctraining.org\/\">RISC (Reporters Instructed in Saving Colleagues)<\/a>&#8211;a non-profit dedicated to promoting the safety of freelance journalists working in conflict zones.<em>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Sebastian has been in the toughest war zones all over the world&#8211;and told stories about what happens in war and what happens after. He\u2019s a defender of democracy. A keeper of the flame. And a conscience for America. He again joins our host, Paul Rieckhoff<em> <\/em>(<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/paulrieckhoff\">@PaulRieckhoff<\/a>),<em> <\/em>for a real and extended conversation that will leave you informed and inspired. Rieckhoff also presses Sebastian to share the pieces of the book he left out, the time he almost died, what he\u2019s looking forward to this summer and, as with all returning guests&#8211;pancakes v waffles.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s amazing conversation to inspire&#8211;and to help you stay vigilant. Because eternal vigilance is the price of freedom. Especially this summer.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/independentamericans.us\/\"><em>Independent Americans<\/em><\/a> is a summer BBQ of light to contrast all the stinky heat of other political pods. We\u2019re joining your summer cookout with a special delivery of the <a href=\"https:\/\/righteous.us\/\">Righteous Media<\/a> 5 I\u2019s: independence, integrity, information, inspiration and impact. And a conversation to wake you up&#8212;and to help you stay vigilant. Because eternal vigilance is the price of freedom. If you\u2019re a concerned citizen who cares about the future America, this is your pod.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Be a part of the solution. Join us for exclusive access and events by joining our<a href=\"https:\/\/www.patreon.com\/independentamericans\"> Patreon community<\/a>. Get access to events, guests, <a href=\"https:\/\/independentamericans.us\/merch\/\">merch discounts<\/a>, and exclusive content. And <a href=\"https:\/\/independentamericans.us\/merch\/\">check out the new IA merch<\/a> to hook up your favorite independent dad ahead of Father\u2019s Day next month.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cWhat all political pods ought to be: fun, engaging, freewheeling, and respectful &#8211; even welcoming- of different points of view. I\u2019m a fan.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><em>&#8211;<\/em>That\u2019s what political strategist <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/PaulBegala\/status\/1388243284884168706\">Paul Begala called <em>Independent Americans<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>You can also watch video of this show with Sebastian and more than 100 other important, inspiring and iconic leaders from <a href=\"https:\/\/independentamericans.us\/5-sarah-jessica-parker-americas-scooter-invasion-the-white-house-correspondents-dinner-syrias-hostage-austin-tice\/\">Sarah Jessica Parker<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/independentamericans.us\/45-meghan-mccain-the-iowa-disaster-previewing-new-hampshire-haters-ivanka-and-the-oscars-life-in-on-the-campaign-trail-guns-whiskey-and-the-future-of-the-republican-party-tv-is-bullshit-shot\/\">Meghan McCain<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/independentamericans.us\/78-stephen-colbert-taking-on-trump-the-supreme-court-battle-breonna-taylor-leadership-after-loss-stephens-dog-eating-ai-weiweis-art-joking-in-the-face-of-fear-laughing-at-the\/\">Stephen Colbert<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/independentamericans.us\/37-pete-buttigieg-reaction-to-the-afghanistan-papers-mayor-petes-favorite-drink-his-unexpected-navy-recruiter-story-arabic-not-aerobics-a-president-whos-not-a-parent-what-to-d\/\">Pete Buttigieg<\/a> on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCrlrGIJcmgIsJQgOR1ev-ew\">Righteous YouTube page<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.angryamericans.us\/\"><em>Independent Americans<\/em><\/a> connects, informs and inspires&#8211;and is powered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.righteous.us\">Righteous Media<\/a>. On social media or <a href=\"https:\/\/independentamericans.us\/\">www.IndependentAmericans.us<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>And stay vigilant, America.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Sebastian Junger is one of the most important authors, thinkers and public intellectuals in America. And one of the most interesting guys you\u2019ll ever hear. He\u2019s also a true badass and adventurer\u2014the spirit of Hemingway\u2014who joined us in Episode 100 and is back to talk candidly about his highly-anticipated, sure-to-be-best-selling new book, Freedom.\u00a0 \u00a0&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.righteous-media.com\/IndependentAmericans\/116-sebastian-junger-freedom-the-iconic-author-on-his-must-read-new-book-memorial-day-losing-his-close-friend-in-combat-walking-across-america-almost-dying-president-biden-the-soul-of-america\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">116: Sebastian Junger. FREEDOM. 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And one of the most interesting guys you\u2019ll ever hear. 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