Chapter
The Intensity of Chinese Culture
18:25 - 33:25 (14:59)
The speaker reflects on the intensity of Chinese culture and its ability to learn and grow through emulation of big brother (America) while coming from behind in technology and remaining a superpower throughout most of human history.
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The concept of intensity and its different forms across cultures, specifically the Japanese culture and how it has been filtered, as well as the importance of not dialing it up too high in order to avoid going overboard even with positive actions.
18:25 - 21:26 (03:00)
Summary
The concept of intensity and its different forms across cultures, specifically the Japanese culture and how it has been filtered, as well as the importance of not dialing it up too high in order to avoid going overboard even with positive actions.
ChapterThe Intensity of Chinese Culture
EpisodeShow 62 - Supernova in the East I
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
The intensity of the Japanese character played a crucial role in the technological and strategic success they achieved during World War Two, despite being regarded as "monkeys" by American troops.
21:26 - 27:06 (05:40)
Summary
The intensity of the Japanese character played a crucial role in the technological and strategic success they achieved during World War Two, despite being regarded as "monkeys" by American troops.
ChapterThe Intensity of Chinese Culture
EpisodeShow 62 - Supernova in the East I
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
The podcast explores how preserving distinctive cultures can sometimes lead to trouble, as exemplified by Japan and their unique corporate culture, but also shows how those same qualities can help overcome challenges.
27:06 - 29:48 (02:41)
Summary
The podcast explores how preserving distinctive cultures can sometimes lead to trouble, as exemplified by Japan and their unique corporate culture, but also shows how those same qualities can help overcome challenges.
ChapterThe Intensity of Chinese Culture
EpisodeShow 62 - Supernova in the East I
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
The relationship between Japan and China has been peaceful and mutually beneficial, with Japan benefiting from Chinese innovations over the centuries.
29:48 - 33:25 (03:37)
Summary
The relationship between Japan and China has been peaceful and mutually beneficial, with Japan benefiting from Chinese innovations over the centuries. However, as both nations mature, there comes a point where "little brother" can kick "big brother's" ass.