Fascination with War
Tom shares his deep-rooted fascination with war, shaped by the narratives of those around him during his childhood. He reflects on how war served as a significant dividing line in people's lives, influencing their perspectives on good and evil. The conversation also touches on the malleability of truth in today's world, contrasting it with the clear moral victories of the past.In this clip
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