The Empire Never Ended 347: Conservative Revolution in Germany pt. 0 - Armin Mohler and His Book (Teaser)
Nov 14, 2025
Rey and Boris dive into Armin Mohler's critique of liberal democracy, highlighting his concerns over institutional decay due to leftist and corporate influences. They hilariously tackle the topic of transgender access in public restrooms as a cultural battleground. The discussion also touches on Mohler's shift from libertarian roots toward right-wing socialism, alongside a debate on the threats posed by contemporary leftist movements compared to those of the interwar era. Expect sharp insights and humor throughout!
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Liberal Democracy Didn’t Stop Cultural Left
- Armin Mohler's foreword argues liberal democracy failed to stop a new, more insidious left from occupying institutions.
- Rey Katula and Boris Mamlëz link this claim to modern cultural concerns and the book's influence on the New Right.
Capitalists Didn’t Defend Culture
- Mohler claims capitalists haven't resisted cultural left causes when profitable.
- Rey and Boris see this as justifying right-wing acceptance of some socialism to defend culture.
Bathroom Fears As Cultural Flashpoint
- Rey reads Mohler's concluding lines linking transgender access to women's spaces as emblematic of cultural threats.
- Boris and Rey mock the emphasis on bathrooms and compare it to pop-culture obsessions.
