All Episodes
US Intervention in Venezuela: Resource Control Over Democracy
US intervention in Venezuela prioritizes oil over democracy, signaling a dangerous shift to a "spheres of influence" strategy that echoes 19th-century imperialism.
View Episode Notes →
Defeating Authoritarianism Requires Systemic Reform and Proactive Democratic Construction
Defeating authoritarianism requires recognizing its presence, actively resisting, and proactively building superior democratic systems. Simply restoring the past is insufficient; a strategic construction of resilient institutions is paramount.
View Episode Notes →
Tech Platforms Extract Wealth by Manipulating Attention and Data
Dominant tech platforms extract wealth by manipulating attention and user data, shifting from innovation to extraction. This convenience-driven model erodes agency, enabling authoritarian control through passive acceptance.
View Episode Notes →
Authoritarian Tactics Undermine Justice, Require Active Support for Truth
Authoritarians weaponize language and events to dismantle protections, while a razor-thin majority risks further consolidation. Support local journalism to counter obfuscation and hold power accountable.
View Episode Notes →