Behind the Bastards It Could Happen Here Weekly 29
Apr 9, 2022
In this engaging discussion, guests include Black Ram, a writer exploring the appropriation of anarchist symbols, and Aram Shambanian, an OSINT analyst delving into the complexities of the Ukraine conflict. Kyle Flannery and Steve Manned, co-editors of Strange Matters magazine, offer intriguing insights into economic theories and the evolution of money. They tackle how cultural symbols are contested amid chaos, the impact of military technology, and the delicate relationship between economic systems and revolutionary movements.
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Fascist Co-option of Aesthetics
- Fascists try to co-opt aesthetics from various subcultures, like punk and online gaming, for their own gain.
- Resisting this co-option is crucial, similar to the "Nazi punks fuck off" ethos.
Anarchist Use of Chaos Star
- The eight-pointed star's use by anarchists predates Dugan's Eurasian square.
- Some associate the Chaos Star with the Sith Empire logo due to superficial similarities.
Symbol Hunting and Clout
- After Unite the Right, researchers warned about far-right symbols, raising awareness but also fueling a search for such symbols everywhere.
- This "Where's Waldo" approach led to misinterpretations and clout-chasing.