The Deprogram Episode 115: Free Download Norton Anti Imperialism (Ft. Ben Norton)
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Jan 26, 2024 
In this episode, expert on imperialism and ancap presidents, Ben Norton, discusses various topics including extreme weather conditions in Texas, smoking habits and Chinese cuisine, potential war in the Middle East, the war in Yemen and its impact on trade routes, the shift of libertarians to the far right, the geopolitical exploitation in the Congo, and the sale of rights and world systems theory.
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Ben Norton's Move to China
- Ben Norton has moved to Beijing, China, after living in the US and Latin America.
- He finds China vastly different and appreciates its unique cultural landscape.
China's Air Pollution Improvement
- China has made significant progress in reducing air pollution over the past decade.
- A University of Chicago study showed global air pollution decrease is solely due to China's improvements.
Anarchism vs. State Sovereignty
- Many Westerners gravitate towards anarchism due to their experience with the state as a tool of the bourgeoisie.
- However, in many parts of the Global South, the state is weaker than capital and represents one of the few institutions people can utilize to defend their interests.