Podcast
How We See Things
Hosted by Dan Stark & Statesman X · EN
Two guys and a soapbox
11episodes
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Jun 2301:11:02Tap to summarizeThe guys are back in time to discuss the prospect of WW3. The episode examines the historical context, key players involved, and the implications for US domestic politics. They get into war games, exploring the motivations behind military actions, the perspectives of Iran and the US, and the potential consequences of the conflict on global stability.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Conflict02:37 Key Players in the Conflict05:31 Historical Context of US-Iran Relations08:24 The Role of Israel and Regional Dynamics11:27 Domestic Politics and the MAGA Movement14:28 Iran's Perspective and Military Strategy17:30 The Complexity of Iranian Society20:21 Escalation and the Threat of Nuclear Conflict23:20 International Law and Preemptive Strikes26:27 Strategic Ambiguity of China and Russia29:25 Conclusion and Future Implications37:53 The Iranian Perspective on Western Actions40:15 Iran's Moral Superiority and Media Narratives42:59 The Complexity of Iranian Support for the Regime47:13 The Impact of Trump's Policies on Iran's Nuclear Program51:09 Domestic Political Implications of U.S.-Iran Relations55:05 The Future of U.S.-Iran Relations and Global Stability
Transcribe →On Burkina Faso
Jun 2200:49:42Tap to summarizeThe guys analyze the political landscape of Burkina Faso under Ibrahim Traore, exploring themes of post-colonialism, military governance, and the implications of natural resource management. The discussion highlights the complexities of Traore's leadership, the ongoing insurgency, and the nation's socio-economic challenges. The hosts analyze the messaging surrounding Traore's regime and its impact on young Africans, questioning his policies' effectiveness and Burkina Faso's future in the broader context of African politics.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Context of Burkina Faso04:28 Ibrahim Traore: The Military Ruler12:02 The Anti-Colonial Messaging and Its Implications19:19 The Economic Landscape and Resource Nationalization24:52 The Message to Young Africans and Future Prospects37:07 Kemi Badenoch and the Broader Migration Debate
Transcribe →America Has A Problem
Nov 7, 202401:17:32Tap to summarizeThe Guys get back together for an emergency pod following the reelection of Donald J Trump as the 47th president of the United States. There's some despair, gnashing of teeth, hope, and a brief on kemi Badenoch, the latest version of Britain's attempt to create a Trumplike demagogue.
Transcribe →World War 3 (ish)
Apr 17, 202401:11:01Tap to summarizeThe guys give their reactions to the escalating conflict in the Middle East as evidenced by Iranian missile strikes which Israel successfully fended off. This should ostensibly be the end of it, but given the arch of history, it likely is not. Somehow the conversation meanders to a discussion of Bobrisky's arrest for "Naira Mutilation" and eventually the beef brewing in the Rap Game between Kendrick, Drake and everyone else.
Transcribe →The Spice Is Life
Apr 2, 202401:08:17Tap to summarizeThe guys give their thoughts on Dune 2 as a movie and as a social commentary on messianic religions, eugenics, and social responsibility. As you might have guessed, it turns into a discussion of the Israel/Palestine conflict.
Transcribe →Welcome to 2024
Mar 12, 202401:01:26Tap to summarizeThe guys are back! FWIW maybe they sound a little rusty, definitely more rusty than Joe Biden, who had a strong showing at the State of The Union speech last week. They discuss US and UK politics and the outlook for minority political power.
Transcribe →Last Call For World Peace
Dec 31, 202300:59:38Tap to summarizeThe guys asked themselves hard questions about the distinction between 'Hamas', everyday 'Palestinians' and the legitimacy of armed resistance. Finally, Statesman X comes up with a solution for the Israel - Palestine conflict thereby throwing his hat in for president of the world.
Transcribe →Touching The Third Rail
Nov 14, 202301:12:03Tap to summarizeThe guys discuss probably the most complicated issue to ever plague our species; the Israel - Palestine conflict. They have a meta-conversation about media narratives then segue into a philosophical and realistic conversation about extremism and the material issues on the ground.
Transcribe →Debate Bros Part Deux
Oct 11, 202301:40:03Tap to summarizeThe guys have a special guest! Mike joins the guys to discuss (read defend) Tinubu and the APC mandate. They spend the first half talking about the Certificate Issue and then segue into an international relations conversation about the attack in Israel, the geopolitical ramifications, and Nigerias role in international affairs. It's a fun episode!
Transcribe →View from 30,000 Ft.
Sep 26, 202301:02:25Tap to summarizeThe guys discuss the death of Mohbad and give their reactions to the reactions. They discuss the circumstances surrounding his death and the way Nigerians have responded, they then segue into a philosophical discussion about protests and strategy. Somewhere along the line, Dan suggests he'd volunteer Statesman X as the supreme leader of Nigeria.
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