The Deprogram The Deprogram Episode 216 - Revolutionary Thoughts & Vuvuzela (Ft. @revolutionaryth0t)
Jan 17, 2026
In this fascinating discussion, Revolutionary Thought, a leftist educator with a background in cognitive science, explores the nuances of socialism. She delves into the impact of U.S. interventions in Venezuela and the surprising historical consequences of shock therapy in post-Soviet Russia. The conversation highlights the cultural aspects of socialism, debunks myths surrounding it, and critiques performative liberalism. Revolutionary Thought's accessible style helps demystify complex concepts like dialectical materialism, making the ideas both engaging and thought-provoking.
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Diaspora Joy Can Serve Empire
- Hosts argue U.S. interventions historically worsen outcomes; diaspora celebrations can unwittingly align with imperial aims.
Family Shock From Post‑Soviet Shock Therapy
- Revolutionary Thought describes her parents' professional collapse after the Soviet Union dissolved, from engineering jobs to menial work and cramped dorm living.
Living Through Material Decline
- She recalls material decline: tiny one‑room apartments, fold‑out couches, privatized healthcare and a sharp drop in male life expectancy after privatization.
