Episode
#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
3:26:53
Published: Tue Nov 03 2020
Description
Dan Carlin is a historian, political thinker, and podcaster. Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors: - Athletic Greens: https://athleticgreens.com/lex and use code LEX to get free vitamin D - SimpliSafe: https://simplisafe.com/lex and use code LEX to get a free security camera - Magic Spoon: https://magicspoon.com/lex and use code LEX to get free shipping - Cash App: https://cash.app/ and use code LexPodcast to get $10 EPISODE LINKS: Dan's Twitter: https://twitter.com/hardcorehistory Dan's Website: https://www.dancarlin.com/ Hardcore History podcast: https://apple.co/2HX7hAA Common Sense podcast: https://apple.co/3mM6WPZ PODCAST INFO: Podcast website: https://lexfridman.com/podcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2lwqZIr Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2nEwCF8 RSS: https://lexfridman.com/feed/podcast/ YouTube Full Episodes: https://youtube.com/lexfridman YouTube Clips: https://youtube.com/lexclips SUPPORT & CONNECT: - Check out the sponsors above, it's the best way to support this podcast - Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lexfridman - Twitter: https://twitter.com/lexfridman - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lexfridman - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lexfridman - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LexFridmanPage - Medium: https://medium.com/@lexfridman OUTLINE: Here's the timestamps for the episode. On some podcast players you should be able to click the timestamp to jump to that time. (00:00) - Introduction (07:53) - Nature of evil (14:50) - Is violence and force fundamental to human civilization? (19:58) - Will we always have war? (29:38) - The Russian front in World War II (37:32) - Ideologies of the US, the Soviet Union, and China (50:15) - Putin (1:02:50) - Journalism is broken (1:10:16) - Genghis Khan (1:24:36) - Greatest leader in history (1:32:21) - Could Hitler have been stopped? (1:49:21) - Hitler's Antisemitism (1:55:12) - Destructive power of evil (2:04:26) - Will human civilization destroy itself? (2:16:31) - Elon Musk, Tesla, SpaceX (2:24:53) - Steering around the iceberg - wow do we avoid collapse of society? (2:47:00) - Advice on podcasting (2:50:12) - Joe Rogan, Spotify, and the future of podcasting (3:05:19) - Future episodes of Hardcore History podcast (3:20:21) - Is Ben real? (3:21:05) - Meaning of life
Chapters
A personal account of meeting podcast legend Dan Carlin and his influence on the medium, as well as a commentary on the current state of affairs in America.
00:00 - 01:44 (01:44)
Summary
A personal account of meeting podcast legend Dan Carlin and his influence on the medium, as well as a commentary on the current state of affairs in America.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Host plans on having more conversations with people who work in and around the cryptocurrency space, however he warns that there are a lot of charlatans in that area but also technical geniuses that are worth exploring.
01:44 - 07:00 (05:15)
Summary
Host plans on having more conversations with people who work in and around the cryptocurrency space, however he warns that there are a lot of charlatans in that area but also technical geniuses that are worth exploring.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
In this episode, the host delves into the history of Christian beliefs about the use of force and the philosophical debate on the distinction between force and violence.
07:00 - 19:31 (12:31)
Summary
In this episode, the host delves into the history of Christian beliefs about the use of force and the philosophical debate on the distinction between force and violence. He also discusses the challenges of trying to understand the motives of evil individuals and the concept of inflicting suffering for the greater good.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker expresses more suspicion towards the system that sends people into war than individuals on the ground, emphasizing the importance of determining when war is necessary to protect those who will be sent to fight.
19:31 - 33:10 (13:39)
Summary
The speaker expresses more suspicion towards the system that sends people into war than individuals on the ground, emphasizing the importance of determining when war is necessary to protect those who will be sent to fight.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The host discusses his personal bias for both the American and Soviet ideals and how ideology stems from the ideas of the enlightenment.
33:10 - 45:33 (12:22)
Summary
The host discusses his personal bias for both the American and Soviet ideals and how ideology stems from the ideas of the enlightenment.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
In the first hundred years of the Republic, traditional Americanism viewed a strong military with suspicion as an enemy to the very things Americans celebrated.
45:33 - 51:11 (05:38)
Summary
In the first hundred years of the Republic, traditional Americanism viewed a strong military with suspicion as an enemy to the very things Americans celebrated. The founders of this country also believed that standing militaries were the enemy of liberty, which is contrary to the current view on patriotism and the military.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The electoral system is founded on the belief that the people’s voice can be heard in various forms of government.
51:11 - 58:02 (06:51)
Summary
The electoral system is founded on the belief that the people’s voice can be heard in various forms of government. However, there are instances where corrupt individuals manipulate the system, which hinders the people’s true voice on certain issues.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The removal of journalists from a system that opposes them can have a ripple effect that leads to the acceptance of only government-approved news sources, ultimately limiting the truth available to the public.
58:02 - 1:10:23 (12:21)
Summary
The removal of journalists from a system that opposes them can have a ripple effect that leads to the acceptance of only government-approved news sources, ultimately limiting the truth available to the public.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The analogy of shooting an arrow and painting the bullseye is used to describe the act of conquering the world to bring stability.
1:10:23 - 1:15:55 (05:31)
Summary
The analogy of shooting an arrow and painting the bullseye is used to describe the act of conquering the world to bring stability. Sometimes, a group of people or force has to come in and clear out the dead wood to rejuvenate society and move forward.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
From the Scythians to the Mongols, nomadic confederacies and their traditional weapon systems had a significant impact on world history until the emergence of gunpowder.
1:15:55 - 1:25:39 (09:43)
Summary
From the Scythians to the Mongols, nomadic confederacies and their traditional weapon systems had a significant impact on world history until the emergence of gunpowder.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The qualities that make great leaders are often contradictory to the moral virtues that we aspire to.
1:25:39 - 1:31:34 (05:54)
Summary
The qualities that make great leaders are often contradictory to the moral virtues that we aspire to. The choices required to achieve greatness contradict the qualities of a truly moral person.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The Nazi government used propaganda to convince the German people that opposing them was unpatriotic and immoral, leading to the persecution of those who stood against them.
1:31:34 - 1:45:42 (14:07)
Summary
The Nazi government used propaganda to convince the German people that opposing them was unpatriotic and immoral, leading to the persecution of those who stood against them. The White Rose Movement exemplified bravery in fighting against the government, despite the immense danger they faced.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
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A physicist and engineer argues that terrorists have not been able to set off a nuclear weapon due to lack of competence, and the speaker discusses the importance of "love" and "sense of justice" in preventing historical catastrophic events.
1:45:42 - 1:56:58 (11:16)
Summary
A physicist and engineer argues that terrorists have not been able to set off a nuclear weapon due to lack of competence, and the speaker discusses the importance of "love" and "sense of justice" in preventing historical catastrophic events.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The ability to generate ideas, both good and bad, can have a powerful impact on the world.
1:56:58 - 2:04:31 (07:32)
Summary
The ability to generate ideas, both good and bad, can have a powerful impact on the world. While most successful "evil" individuals genuinely believe they are doing good, this definition of evil is subjective and often relative.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The potential for human kindness outweighs the potential for hatred, leading to the emergence of charismatic leaders who act for the greater good rather than for personal gain.
2:04:31 - 2:16:28 (11:57)
Summary
The potential for human kindness outweighs the potential for hatred, leading to the emergence of charismatic leaders who act for the greater good rather than for personal gain.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Elon Musk has successfully built a company that allows self-interested individuals to gather together and alleviate dangers facing the world, giving hope that we can transition away from using less efficient and dangerous products.
2:16:28 - 2:29:39 (13:10)
Summary
Elon Musk has successfully built a company that allows self-interested individuals to gather together and alleviate dangers facing the world, giving hope that we can transition away from using less efficient and dangerous products.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The escalation of conflicts and singular events can be avoided through the practice of empathy and unity.
2:29:39 - 2:36:55 (07:15)
Summary
The escalation of conflicts and singular events can be avoided through the practice of empathy and unity. It's important to maintain sanity, respect each other's differences and avoid the preparedness of the populace to escalate events.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
While history can be pessimistic about notions of love and peace, the speaker believes that the transformative nature of love and empathy can bring about positive change that ripples through history.
2:36:55 - 2:48:12 (11:16)
Summary
While history can be pessimistic about notions of love and peace, the speaker believes that the transformative nature of love and empathy can bring about positive change that ripples through history.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
This episode highlights the evolution of podcasting as a business and the challenges it has faced along the way, such as the technological advancements that made it easier to access podcasts but more complex to monetize them.
2:48:12 - 2:54:47 (06:34)
Summary
This episode highlights the evolution of podcasting as a business and the challenges it has faced along the way, such as the technological advancements that made it easier to access podcasts but more complex to monetize them. The host also discusses the initial amateur nature of podcasting that made it similar to pirate radio in the late 1990s.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The decision to join a large podcasting network comes with pros and cons.
2:54:47 - 3:05:34 (10:47)
Summary
The decision to join a large podcasting network comes with pros and cons. On one hand, it can make it easier to distribute content and access a larger audience, but on the other, it may risk losing creative control and alienating the current audience.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
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The hosts of a podcast called "American Scandal" discuss their approach to crafting engaging stories with historical accuracy, often going down tangents in order to find the best angle for the story.
3:05:34 - 3:13:51 (08:16)
Summary
The hosts of a podcast called "American Scandal" discuss their approach to crafting engaging stories with historical accuracy, often going down tangents in order to find the best angle for the story.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Despite the extensive research that has been done on Hitler, new information continues to emerge, especially from investigations conducted in Germany which can take years to translate.
3:13:51 - 3:19:37 (05:45)
Summary
Despite the extensive research that has been done on Hitler, new information continues to emerge, especially from investigations conducted in Germany which can take years to translate. Although Stalin has also been extensively studied, new data from the former Soviet Union has led to further updates.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
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The guinea pig is used as an example to study how different civilizations responded to stimuli and challenges, leading to a greater understanding of who we are as a society in the long timeline.
3:19:37 - 3:24:42 (05:05)
Summary
The guinea pig is used as an example to study how different civilizations responded to stimuli and challenges, leading to a greater understanding of who we are as a society in the long timeline. By comparing ancient civilizations, people can identify the similarities and differences in systems, and better understand the current state of society.
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The host concludes that love is the answer and the way forward.
3:24:44 - 3:27:00 (02:16)
Summary
The host concludes that love is the answer and the way forward. The podcast includes celebrity scheduling and an advertisement for Cash App.