Propaganda and the Public Mind

By: Noam Chomsky, David Barsamian

Narrated by: Brian Jones

Length: 8 hrs and 9 mins

Publisher's summary

Renowned interviewer David Barsamian showcases his unique access to Chomsky's thinking on a number of topics of contemporary and historical import. Chomsky offers insights into the institutions that shape the public mind in the service of power and profit.

In an interview conducted after the important November 1999 "Battle in Seattle", Chomsky discusses prospects for building a movement to challenge corporate domination of the media, the environment, and even our private lives. Whether discussing US military escalation in Colombia, attacks on Social Security, or growing inequality worldwide, Chomsky shows how ordinary people, if they work together, have the power to make meaningful change.

©2001 Noam Chomsky and David Barsamian (P)2015 Audible, Inc.

Very Insightful

The interview by David Barsamian with Noam Chomsky in Propaganda and the Public Mind is one of the extraordinary interllectual interviews I have ever heard. Never knew interviews could be so insightful.

Noam Chomsky's style of conversation and explanation of simple facts or complex theories/realities and everything in between is very logical and profound. No wonder Noam Chomsky is considered one of the very intellectual people living.

Some of the things covered in the interview were evident and straight-forward. However, my knowledge about the details of wars or the political system is not very immersed so I found some of the things difficult to fully grasp and understand. However, most of what he said made a good sense to me.

I look forward to reading/listening to book/audio books by Noam Chompsky. They are quite worthwhile. His knowledge and research seems quite profound.

Narration was well performed by Brian Jones though at certain times the interviewer's and the interviewee's voices seem to have blended altogether. :)

Must hear

absolutely instrumental, specifically for the current state of affairs that we are living through.

Incredibly Revealing

As a Vietnam veteran I was educated as to "why we fought". Certainly not for reasons we were told. Chomsky's diverse knowledge reveals something for everyone.

Worth the time

Another great piece of work, as you would expect from this absolute legend of a man.

Regardless of what side of the political aisle

This book is a great resource for anyone wanting to learn more about the mechanisms of power, namely through propaganda (which is a very loaded term, but important nonetheless). If you’re looking for a Blackstone Audio production, this may not be your cup of tea. If you’re a person of ideas and are just plain curious, this is for you (no matter how you align politically). As I indicate in most of my reviews, this is book is the start of a long journey of ideas.

Never dated

This a series on interviews making for a great into to Chomsky. It ranges from his critics of American intervention and self propagation to the media and even his study of linguistics. He shines a light on the flaws of Jimmy Carter(who did many unchristian acts), Buch,Regan and Clinton. He doesn’t spare other despots in Russia, India China and many other. If you love Chomsky you’ll love this listen. If you don’t know him you’ll love to get to know him. If if you disagree with his conclusions you will be challenged.

Jaw dropping

Enlightened by Chomsky.
Light bulbs in my head kept turning on and on.
Incredible perspective of the mechanics and institutions that rule our lives.

Superb

If ignorance ain't your thing. If you're not afraid to feel some shame. Chomsky is for you! Want to obliterate any sense that the ruling class is on your side? Chomsky! Haza and hooray!

Excellent followup to Manufacturing Consent

This book is a series of interviews from the late 90’s with Chomsky, primarily updating his examples of US backed terror, compliant media that manufactures consent for aggressive wars, and the capitalist culture of toxic competition.

I recommend reading Manufacturing Consent first, because that has the sources and test cases for his views on self-censorship in the media, but this is a good summary of Chomsky’s political views.

My eyes are opened...

I learned so much more than I was expecting to. I am inspired to do more research.