Chapter
The Pursuit of Control in Politics
18:13 - 22:28 (04:14)
The conversation discusses how politicians often combine contradictory beliefs in their pursuit of control, and how they use ideas like democracy and austerity as a means to an end.
Clips
This episode explores the human desire for control through personal organization, as well as the societal emphasis on individualistic success.
18:13 - 20:42 (02:28)
Control, Personal Organization, Democracy Promotion
Summary
This episode explores the human desire for control through personal organization, as well as the societal emphasis on individualistic success. Additionally, it delves into the complexities of democracy promotion in US foreign policy.
ChapterThe Pursuit of Control in Politics
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PodcastThe Problem With Jon Stewart
The speaker criticizes the Conservative Party's economic policies, particularly their focus on austerity and tax cuts for the rich, and highlights the potential negative consequences of these policies on the overall economy.
20:42 - 22:28 (01:46)
Economic policy
Summary
The speaker criticizes the Conservative Party's economic policies, particularly their focus on austerity and tax cuts for the rich, and highlights the potential negative consequences of these policies on the overall economy.