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April 16, 2025 19 mins

Exposing the Anti-Woke Movement with Author Mark S. Bacon – Lean to the Left Podcast


Tired of hearing the Trump/MAGA people constantly attacking "woke" as being harmful to the USA? Check out this interview withj Mark S. Bacon, author of 'The Woke and the Dead.'


The novel, inspired by right-wing and hate group philosophies, examines themes of anti-racism, LGBTQ+ rights, climate change activism, and the broader concept of 'wokeism.'


Bacon discusses his motivations for writing the book, the creation of characters like the bigoted Arizona Governor Rod Gudgel, and the importance of addressing hate groups and prejudices through fiction.


The conversation touches upon the book's plot, including murder, corruption, hate crimes, and corporate espionage, while also reflecting on the current political climate in the United States.


CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction: The Woke Debate

00:22 Meet Mark S. Bacon: Author of 'The Woke and the Dead'

01:37 Understanding 'Woke' and Its Implications

03:13 Creating Characters: The Inspiration Behind Governor Gudgel

04:52 Themes of the Novel: Murder, Hate Groups, and More

06:44 The Power of Fiction: Why Write About These Issues?

09:09 The Writing Process and Political Commentary

12:26 Final Thoughts and Where to Buy the Book

17:20 Conclusion: Wrapping Up the Discussion


About Bob Gatty

Bob Gatty is a former journalist and communications consultant, the founder and editor of the Lean to the Left blog and host of this podcast. He's co-author of "Hijacked Nation, Donald Trump's attack on America's greatness. Link: https://amzn.to/4ePrTF7.


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