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1. The Network State with Brooke Harrington and Dave Karpf

The Nerd Reich

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The Rise of Network States

This chapter examines the concept of 'network states,' highlighting their implications for power and wealth distribution among the affluent. It critiques the desirability and feasibility of wealthy individuals forming self-governing enclaves in response to societal collapse, drawing parallels to historical patterns of exploitation. The conversation delves into the influence of prominent tech figures and the ideological challenges these movements face, questioning the impacts on democratic integrity and governance.

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