War is a Racket, presented by Matt Codner

Schedule

Sun May 24 2026 at 03:00 pm to 04:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

141 Main St | Beacon, NY

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War is a Racket explores Smedley Butler’s legacy through live storytelling and a reading of his iconic speech, connecting past and present.
About this Event

Savage Wonder presents an evening of storytelling and history.

Tonight,
War is a Racket—an exploration into the life and mind of America’s most decorated Marine, General Smedley Darlington Butler, featuring a reading of his timeless speech and a look at the present state of America’s wars and rackets.

Featuring,
Matt Codner

About Matt Codner,
A former Marine and current journalism teacher, Matt Codner is a veteran of NYC’s Odd Salon storytelling series. His wide-ranging talks blend history, humor, and sharp insight—from global oddities to overlooked chapters of American conflict.


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141 Main St, 141 Main Street, Beacon, United States

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