This Mike Wallace interview with Reinhold Niebuhr in 1958 is remarkable for two reasons. The first is that, of course, Niebuhr was a brilliant man, and his deep reflections on politics, theology, religion, and culture are an excellent model for contemporary thinkers. The second is that this was aired on television in 1958. Take note of the long single shots, the complete sentences, the deep and probing questions of Mike Wallace, the obvious engagement by both people in a deep conversation about the issues of the day. Where is this on television today?

Labels: Politics, Religion