Peter Thiel Unmasked: From Lapsed Libertarian to Architect of the New Right

Boycott Watkins Media:
https://xenogothic.com/2025/03/17/boycott-watkins-statement/


Craig's blog:
https://splitinfinities.substack.com/publish/post/158302947


Dr. Sadler's links:
Substack: https://substack.com/@gregorybsadler
Class on Plato's dialogues:
https://reasonio.teachable.com/p/six-key-platonic-dialogues-2025


Peter Thiel began his career as a libertarian idealist,
championing free markets and techno-utopian escape from politics,
but his trajectory has led him into the heart of reactionary
power. From PayPal to Palantir, his vision has shifted from
decentralization to a fusion of state and corporate control,
aligning himself with the rising forces of the new right. In this
episode, we examine his 2009 essay The Education of a
Libertarian, tracing the contradictions in his ideology and the
deeper implications of his political influence today. Joined by
Dr. Gregory Sadler, we explore Thiel’s evolution, his role in
shaping contemporary conservatism, and what his vision means for
the future of democracy and governance.


Support the show


Support the podcast:

https://www.acidhorizonpodcast.com/

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/acidhorizon

Acid Horizon on Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/acidhorizonpodcast


Boycott Watkins Media:
https://xenogothic.com/2025/03/17/boycott-watkins-statement/


Join The Schizoanalysis Project:
https://discord.gg/4WtaXG3Qxn

Subscribe to us on your favorite podcast:
https://pod.link/1512615438

Merch: http://www.crit-drip.com

Subscribe to us on your favorite podcast:
https://pod.link/1512615438


LEPHT HAND: https://www.patreon.com/LEPHTHAND

Happy Hour at Hippel's (Adam’s blog):
https://happyhourathippels.wordpress.com

​Revolting Bodies (Will's Blog):
https://revoltingbodies.com

​Split Infinities (Craig’s Substack):
https://splitinfinities.substack.com/

​Music: https://sereptie.bandcamp.com/ and
https://thecominginsurrection.bandcamp.com/