In a wide-ranging discussion about democracy, capitalism, and the American body politic; Chris Hedges interviews political theorist Sheldon Wolin in eight parts. (via) Part 2 - Wolin and Hedges discuss the breakdown of democratic institutions throughout the 20th century Part 3 - Wolin and Hedges continue their discussion of the threats faced by democratic institutions Part 4 - Wolin and Hedges discuss the concept of "inverted totalitarianism" and its relevance for understanding contemporary politics Part 5 - Wolin discusses his time in the academy and the role of universities in post-war United States history Part 6 - Wolin and Hedges continue their discussion of the threats faced by democratic institutions Part 7 - Wolin and Hedges continue their discussion of the threats faced by democratic institutions Part 8 - Wolin and Hedges conclude their interview with a discussion on the problems of revolution and power