How We See Things

Dan Stark & Statesman X
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    06/23/2025

    Use this as a - defense of western civilization - button

    The 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. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Conflict 02:37 Key Players in the Conflict 05:31 Historical Context of US-Iran Relations 08:24 The Role of Israel and Regional Dynamics 11:27 Domestic Politics and the MAGA Movement 14:28 Iran's Perspective and Military Strategy 17:30 The Complexity of Iranian Society 20:21 Escalation and the Threat of Nuclear Conflict 23:20 International Law and Preemptive Strikes 26:27 Strategic Ambiguity of China and Russia 29:25 Conclusion and Future Implications 37:53 The Iranian Perspective on Western Actions 40:15 Iran's Moral Superiority and Media Narratives 42:59 The Complexity of Iranian Support for the Regime 47:13 The Impact of Trump's Policies on Iran's Nuclear Program 51:09 Domestic Political Implications of U.S.-Iran Relations 55:05 The Future of U.S.-Iran Relations and Global Stability

    1h 11m

  2. 06/22/2025

    On Burkina Faso

    The 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. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Context of Burkina Faso 04:28 Ibrahim Traore: The Military Ruler 12:02 The Anti-Colonial Messaging and Its Implications 19:19 The Economic Landscape and Resource Nationalization 24:52 The Message to Young Africans and Future Prospects 37:07 Kemi Badenoch and the Broader Migration Debate

    50 min

  3. 11/07/2024

    America Has A Problem

    The 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.

    1h 18m

  4. 04/17/2024

    World War 3 (ish)

    The 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.

    1h 11m

  5. 04/02/2024

    The Spice Is Life

    The 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.

    1h 8m

  6. 03/12/2024

    Welcome to 2024

    The 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.

    1h 1m

  7. 12/31/2023

    Last Call For World Peace

    The 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.

    1 hr

  8. 11/14/2023

    Touching The Third Rail

    The 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.

    1h 12m
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Two guys and a soapbox

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  • Creator
    Dan Stark & Statesman X
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    59
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Dan Stark & Statesman X
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