The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters PREVIEW: Brokenomics | America First & Regime Change with J. Burden
Jun 24, 2025
J. Burden, a notable MAGA and America First interviewer and host of the Jay Burden Show, joins the discussion on the GOP's transformation from neoconservatism to a more diverse political landscape. He dives deep into America's ascent as a global power and the evolving ideologies within conservatism, from paleoconservatism to the current America First movement. The conversation highlights the implications of military spending on the economy, foreign investments near military sites, and the necessity of prioritizing U.S. interests in a complex global arena.
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FDR's Role in American Conservatism
- The American empire launched under FDR, marking a shift from regional power to international superpower.
- Pre-FDR conservatives opposed these sweeping changes, forming the basis of modern conservatism.
Cold War Defined America and GOP
- America's post-WWII identity was tied to continuous war, specifically the Cold War.
- The fall of the Berlin Wall caused a crisis of purpose for both the country and the GOP.
Military Industry Fuels Economy
- The military-industrial complex preserves jobs by maintaining preparations for outdated wars like against Cold War enemies.
- Defense manufacturing sustains local economies in many rural areas across America.