In this episode, we delve into the fascinating theory of Charles Tilly, a renowned political scientist who argued that states are not inherently peaceful and benevolent entities, but rather emerged from war-making and are essentially akin to organized crime.
Discover the fascinating history of Tibet and its relationship with China in this 1 hour and 30 minute episode. From the Chinese government’s takeover of Tibet to the current autonomous region, this episode covers it all
We discuss Michel Foucault’s article “The Subject and Power” in which Foucault discusses his concept of power as action between individuals and how we must get out of the “‘double bind’ which is the simultaneous individualization and totalization of modern power structures.”
With guest Stefan Huddleston we discuss the depiction of law enforcement in the media. From Dirty Harry and Bullitt to Law and Order and CSI, the police are typically portrayed as having the people’s best interests in mind even when they’re breaking the law themselves.
We discuss the 1973 article “The Ideology of the Motorcar” by Andre Gorz.
We discuss an article titled “The Cumulative Advantage of a Unionized Career for Lifetime Earnings” and discover whether or not you should join a union or go to college (or both!).