Ruth Ben-Ghiat
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Ruth Ben-Ghiat has been mentioned in 2 episodes across 1 podcast, first heard Jan 2026 on I've Had It. Ruth Ben-Ghiat appears as the main guest on the I've Had It podcast, where she discusses the parallels between contemporary U.S. politics and historical fascist regimes, referencing her book Strong Men. She also critiques ICE, likening it to fascist militias, and mentions her Substack, Lucid, as a platform for her insights. Her historical expertise provides a framework for understanding current political dynamics.
Ruth Ben-Ghiat is an American history professor and political commentator. She is a scholar on fascism and authoritarian leaders. Ben-Ghiat is a professor of history and Italian studies at New York University.
| Mentioned in | 2 episodes on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Jan 2026 on I've Had It |
| Role | Historian; author |
| Affiliation | New York University |
Which podcasts has Ruth Ben-Ghiat appeared on?
Unknown Host brought up Ruth Ben-Ghiat; the most recent mention was Jan 2026 on I've Had It.
- IHIP Next: Trump RAMPS UP Fascism as He Grows WEAK; Expert Breaks Down Why HE WILL FAIL! on I've Had It (Jan 2026) — Unknown Host
- New Year, Same A**holes on I've Had It (Jan 2026)
What is Ruth Ben-Ghiat mentioned alongside?
Ruth Ben-Ghiat is most often mentioned alongside ICE, BuzzFeed and Young Carol (Yan Carol).
Criticizes: ICE
Mentioned together: BuzzFeed, Young Carol (Yan Carol), McKenzie Scott, Mark Zuckerberg