Rise of Populism and Nationalism in Europe

The chapter analyzes the impact of corporations and the state on political division, highlighting the rise of populism in France, Belgium, and Germany. It discusses the concerns of ordinary people regarding corporatism, nationalism, and patriotism, with a focus on movements like the yellow vests advocating for their country's interests. The conversation delves into the failures of neoliberalism, shifts in global politics towards conservatism, and controversies surrounding political figures and wartime commemorations.