The concept of nationalism is mentioned, and the guests discuss the potential dangers of unchecked nationalism and its distinction from healthy patriotism.
The episode explores how the French Revolution gave rise to modern nationalism, both in France and across Europe.
The rise of nationalism and the reassertion of ethnic identities within Yugoslavia are highlighted as contributing factors to its eventual dissolution.
The resurgence of nationalism, particularly in countries like Russia and China, is explored as a driving force behind the shift away from openness and globalization.
The episode explores how the anti-CRT movement is motivated, in part, by a desire to promote nationalism and control narratives around history and the founding of the nation.
The complex relationship between liberation movements and nationalism, and the potential for nationalism to both enable and constrain true emancipation, is explored as a recurring theme.
Nationalism, particularly Russian nationalism, is a key theme as it relates to Dugin's ideological framework and goals.
The rise of nationalism and its relationship to the far-right's appeal is mentioned in the episode.
The central topic of the debate, discussing the merits and critiques of nationalism as a political philosophy.
The podcast episodes explore various aspects of nationalism, including its relationship to patriotism, the rise of nationalist movements and far-right parties, the impact of nationalism on global politics and economic policies, and how nationalism has shaped historical events and conflicts.
The episodes delve into case studies such as the rise of nationalist sentiment in Europe The economic implications of Europe's jolt right, the role of nationalism in the breakup of Yugoslavia The Rise and Fall of Yugoslavia, the influence of nationalist ideas on the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and the start of World War I The Murder of Franz Ferdinand: The Killer (Part 1), and the tension between nationalism and global cooperation Are We Living Through the Most Revolutionary Period in History?.
The episodes also explore the nuances of nationalism, such as the distinction between healthy patriotism and potentially dangerous forms of unchecked nationalism America, we love you. But it's hard., and the complex relationship between nationalism and liberation movements The History of Freedom w/Lea Ypi: Liberation Movements.