Episode
#286 – Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine
1:59:28
Published: Tue May 17 2022
Description
Oliver Stone is a filmmaker with 3 Oscar wins and 11 Oscar nominations. His films include Platoon, Wall Street, Born on the Fourth of July, Scarface, JFK, Nixon, Alexander, W, Snowden, and documentaries where he has interviewed Fidel Castro, Hugo Chavez, and Vladimir Putin. Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors: - Novo: https://novo.co/lex - Blinkist: https://blinkist.com/lex and use code LEX to get 25% off premium - SimpliSafe: https://simplisafe.com/lex and use code LEX - ExpressVPN: https://expressvpn.com/lexpod and use code LexPod to get 3 months free - NetSuite: http://netsuite.com/lex to get free product tour EPISODE LINKS: Oliver's Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheOliverStone Chasing the Light (book): https://amzn.to/3ywb3J2 A Bright Future (book): https://amzn.to/3yvuGAX 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/lexfridman - 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 (09:35) - Nuclear power (22:33) - Russia and US relations (27:48) - JFK and the Cold War (33:05) - Interviewing Putin (56:44) - Invasion of Ukraine (1:06:01) - Why Putin invaded Ukraine (1:20:25) - Propaganda (1:27:43) - Interviewing Putin in 2022 (1:34:59) - Nuclear war (1:41:09) - Advice on interviewing (1:44:50) - Interviewing Hitler (1:48:11) - Putin interview language barrier (1:49:22) - Love (1:51:17) - Advice to young people (1:54:23) - Mortality (1:55:25) - Regrets (1:57:22) - Meaning of life
Chapters
In this podcast, Sam Harris talks with Oliver Stone about his documentary series The Untold History of the United States having a primary focus on Putin, Russia, and the war in Ukraine while understanding the human being himself without derision.
00:00 - 04:07 (04:07)
Summary
In this podcast, Sam Harris talks with Oliver Stone about his documentary series The Untold History of the United States having a primary focus on Putin, Russia, and the war in Ukraine while understanding the human being himself without derision.
Episode#286 – Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
SimpliSafe offers a customizable security system that can be set up in 30 minutes with options for interactive monitoring and a free indoor security camera.
04:07 - 09:47 (05:40)
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SimpliSafe offers a customizable security system that can be set up in 30 minutes with options for interactive monitoring and a free indoor security camera.
Episode#286 – Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The podcast discusses nuclear energy as a safe and efficient alternative to oil and gas.
09:47 - 22:32 (12:44)
Summary
The podcast discusses nuclear energy as a safe and efficient alternative to oil and gas. The hosts speak about the need for nuclear energy to fill the gap in electricity production and how it can be a viable option for the future.
Episode#286 – Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine
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After LBJ's death, the US reverted to the old ways of Eisenhower and Truman, which meant squashing any ideas of ending the Cold War or going against capitalism.
22:32 - 33:14 (10:42)
Summary
After LBJ's death, the US reverted to the old ways of Eisenhower and Truman, which meant squashing any ideas of ending the Cold War or going against capitalism. However, Reagan and Gorbachev's leadership temporarily changed the course of history until the world changed once again in 1991-92.
Episode#286 – Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The animosity towards Putin had been growing since 2007 at Munich, where he made a speech addressing the balance necessary in the world and advocating for sovereignty for countries like China, Russia, Iran, Venezuela, and Cuba.
33:14 - 43:12 (09:57)
Summary
The animosity towards Putin had been growing since 2007 at Munich, where he made a speech addressing the balance necessary in the world and advocating for sovereignty for countries like China, Russia, Iran, Venezuela, and Cuba. The speaker also reflects on the repeated labeling of Putin as a poisoner and a murderer by the United States, without any substantial evidence to support the claims.
Episode#286 – Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
A conversation between two people discussing different personalities, including their observations of various individuals and their beliefs on nuclear energy.
43:12 - 51:36 (08:24)
Summary
A conversation between two people discussing different personalities, including their observations of various individuals and their beliefs on nuclear energy.
Episode#286 – Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Stephen F. Cohen shares his analytical perspective on the history of Gorbachev and the current situation in Russia, discussing the challenges faced when researching and learning about Russian history through Americanized versions.
51:36 - 58:16 (06:40)
Summary
Stephen F. Cohen shares his analytical perspective on the history of Gorbachev and the current situation in Russia, discussing the challenges faced when researching and learning about Russian history through Americanized versions. He also comments on the contentious relationship between Gorbachev and Putin.
Episode#286 – Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Noam Chomsky discusses the dangers of NATO and American hegemony in Europe, citing the example of France's withdrawal from NATO under Charles de Gaulle and the risks posed to sovereignty and involvement in American-led wars.
58:17 - 1:05:15 (06:58)
Summary
Noam Chomsky discusses the dangers of NATO and American hegemony in Europe, citing the example of France's withdrawal from NATO under Charles de Gaulle and the risks posed to sovereignty and involvement in American-led wars. He notes that while Finland and Sweden have generally been reasonable in their approach, there is still a need for greater restraint in Europe.
Episode#286 – Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
This podcast discusses the role of propaganda in the Ukraine crisis and how false flag operations can be used to manipulate public perception.
1:05:15 - 1:11:21 (06:05)
Summary
This podcast discusses the role of propaganda in the Ukraine crisis and how false flag operations can be used to manipulate public perception.
Episode#286 – Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine
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The speaker speculates on Putin's possible motivations during the Ukrainian conflict, discussing the actions of the Ukrainian military and the Russian military's response.
1:11:21 - 1:20:20 (08:58)
Summary
The speaker speculates on Putin's possible motivations during the Ukrainian conflict, discussing the actions of the Ukrainian military and the Russian military's response.
Episode#286 – Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
This podcast episode discusses Russia's political climate, emphasizing the need to test the power centers of the government and examine the Russian people's interactions with their government.
1:20:20 - 1:27:52 (07:32)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses Russia's political climate, emphasizing the need to test the power centers of the government and examine the Russian people's interactions with their government. The podcast also explores the disconnect between Russian citizens and those living outside of Russia and the larger issue of censorship in the press.
Episode#286 – Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The United States is putting its intelligence and weaponry into Ukraine and may use a nuclear incident as a reason to blame Russia, even if it doesn't make sense.
1:27:52 - 1:32:57 (05:04)
Summary
The United States is putting its intelligence and weaponry into Ukraine and may use a nuclear incident as a reason to blame Russia, even if it doesn't make sense. The belief in their propaganda successes has led to neoconservative arrogance and a dangerous situation.
Episode#286 – Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The host brings up the feeling of being close to nuclear war, which resonates with the guest who lived through the Cold War.
1:32:57 - 1:40:27 (07:29)
Summary
The host brings up the feeling of being close to nuclear war, which resonates with the guest who lived through the Cold War. They then discuss America's recent effort to demonize Assad and Russia despite evidence to the contrary regarding chemical attacks.
Episode#286 – Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine
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Actor Kevin Costner reflects on his experience interviewing Vladimir Putin and emphasizes the importance of seeking to understand deeply when conducting interviews, even in situations with language barriers.
1:40:27 - 1:44:28 (04:01)
Summary
Actor Kevin Costner reflects on his experience interviewing Vladimir Putin and emphasizes the importance of seeking to understand deeply when conducting interviews, even in situations with language barriers. He also shares his thoughts on the challenges of interviewing the President of the United States.
Episode#286 – Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The importance of empathy in interviewing, even with challenging figures such as Hitler, in attempting to understand their perspective and motivations.
1:44:28 - 1:49:12 (04:44)
Summary
The importance of empathy in interviewing, even with challenging figures such as Hitler, in attempting to understand their perspective and motivations.
Episode#286 – Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Love is the greatest virtue that allows us to extend ourselves into the world with empathy.
1:49:12 - 1:55:47 (06:34)
Summary
Love is the greatest virtue that allows us to extend ourselves into the world with empathy. On the other hand, some scientists can have an arrogant attitude towards those who do not understand their field, creating a closed circle.
Episode#286 – Oliver Stone: Vladimir Putin and War in Ukraine
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Reflecting on the Buddhist philosophy, the speaker emphasizes the significance of realizing ourselves and appreciating the preciousness of life amidst the inevitability of death.
1:55:47 - 1:59:05 (03:18)
Summary
Reflecting on the Buddhist philosophy, the speaker emphasizes the significance of realizing ourselves and appreciating the preciousness of life amidst the inevitability of death.