A central theme of the episode is the historical links between Meloni's party and the fascist movement under Mussolini, as well as the evolution of contemporary forms of fascism or post-fascism.
The potential rise of fascism in the United States, its foundations, and the role of the two-party system in contributing to or preventing it are discussed as a significant concern.
Hitler's establishment of a fascist dictatorship in Germany is the culminating development covered.
The central topic discussed is the debate over whether Donald Trump and his movement can be considered a form of fascism.
Pound's descent into fascism, his infatuation with Mussolini, and his pro-Axis radio broadcasts during World War II are explored in-depth.
Sitman directly labels the anti-liberal, anti-institutional viewpoint as having fascist tendencies and resonances with historical patterns of fascism.
The episode explores the distinction between 20th-century fascism and contemporary manifestations of authoritarian neoliberalism or neo-fascism, as exemplified by Bolsonaro's rise.
The conversation revolves around the history of fascism in America, its manifestations, and the need to recognize and combat its resurgence in modern times.
The podcast episodes explore the concept of fascism and its modern-day manifestations in various political and social contexts, highlighting both historical and contemporary concerns.
Several episodes dive into the potential rise of fascism in the United States, analyzing the foundations and role of the two-party system in contributing to or preventing it. Examples include "Empty Spectacles and Heightening Contradictions", "Trump's Authoritarian Pronouncements Recall a Dark History", and "TEASER: L'Affaire".
Other episodes examine fascist and neo-fascist tendencies in other parts of the world, such as the rise of far-right movements in Europe, as discussed in "Episode 278 - The Rise of Italian Post-Fascism" and "Ep. 75: Brazil and the Rise of Authoritarian Neoliberalism w/ Alex Hochuli".
The podcast also delves into the historical context of fascism, including the establishment of Nazi dictatorship in Germany, as seen in episodes like "The Reichstag Fire Expands Nazi Power" and "Ezra Pound: The Solitary Volcano".