Chapter
The history of Russian autocracy
2:28:28 - 2:33:00 (04:31)
The speaker expresses their fascination with the history of Russian autocracy and reflects on the series of events that led up to the rise of Lenin, Trotsky, and Stalin.
Clips
The guest is excited for the release of the host's upcoming short book on anarchy, which he believes will be useful for individuals who are curious and interested in the topic.
2:28:28 - 2:29:07 (00:38)
Anarchy
Summary
The guest is excited for the release of the host's upcoming short book on anarchy, which he believes will be useful for individuals who are curious and interested in the topic.
ChapterThe history of Russian autocracy
Episode#167 – Saagar Enjeti: Politics, History, and Power
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker finds the history of communism, socialism and capitalism a useful thought experiment and is fascinated by the series of events that led to the fall of communism in Russia due to accidents of history, bold decisions by Lenin, smart realpolitik from Trotsky and Stalin, and the arrogance of the autocracy.
2:29:07 - 2:33:00 (03:53)
History
Summary
The speaker finds the history of communism, socialism and capitalism a useful thought experiment and is fascinated by the series of events that led to the fall of communism in Russia due to accidents of history, bold decisions by Lenin, smart realpolitik from Trotsky and Stalin, and the arrogance of the autocracy.