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Common Sense with Dan Carlin
Show 306 - Disengaging the Lizard Brain
Jun 5, 2016
Exploring rising political divisions and calls for separation, analyzing media influence and censorship in society, and delving into societal divisions and potential escalation of violence. The podcast reflects on the importance of national unity and the dangers of media sensationalism.
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- Empires rise and fall cyclically, with powerful states engaging in balancing acts to manage dominance shifts.
- Transition after empire decline, like the British Empire post-WW, can be strategic to avoid defeat.
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The Ephemeral Nature of Empires
Empires throughout history have shown temporary existence, with dominance eventually leading to downfall. The idea of another long-lasting empire akin to the Roman Empire is seen as unrealistic. Powerful states band together in balancing acts against hyper powers, illustrating a historic trend of power shifts and re-balancing mechanisms.
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