The Deprogram Teaser: Episode 178 - Outcast from the colony (Ft. Greg Stoker)
Apr 15, 2025
Greg Stoker, a former U.S. Army Ranger turned anti-war activist, shares his powerful insights on military service and its deep societal implications. He reflects on his combat experiences and the historical impact of military actions on Native American communities. The conversation dives into the psychological struggles veterans face when reconciling pride with disenchantment. Stoker also critiques the illusion of choice in military enlistment and discusses how socioeconomic factors can drive individuals into service, revealing the complex relationship between patriotism and personal agency.
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Greg Stoker’s Military to Activist Journey
- Greg Stoker served four combat deployments as a U.S. Army Ranger and later became an anti-imperialist activist.
- He uses his military experience to challenge imperialism through his work with Mint Press News and Colonial Outcasts podcast.
Irony in Military Naming Conventions
- U.S. military names aircraft after Native American tribes but erases Native American contributions like the Navajo Code Talkers.
- This reflects fetishization and irony in naming war machines after marginalized people without respect or recognition.
Military Mindset Lacks Introspection
- The American military mindset shows a lack of introspection and self-reflection about its violent actions.
- Naming weapons after Native American tribes reflects ignorance or ironic disrespect rather than true homage.