Topic: Plains Indians

Olson describes his recent expedition to the Plain of Jars in northeastern Laos, a site featuring over 1,000 giant stone jars carved thousands of years ago. He connects these megalithic mysteries to his research on mummified red-haired giants found in northwestern Nevada. The discussion covers the geological history of Lake Lahontan and the eventual conflict between these giants and the Paiute people.

Crowley's observations on American culture during his travels across the continent are explored, including his interactions with poet W.B. Yeats. He felt American art was too derivative of European styles and had not yet matched the epic scale of the American landscape. However, he held great hope for the United States, believing it would eventually produce works of wonder and must unite with Britain to fight global tyrannies.