The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

340. Dutch Farmers: Canaries in the Globalist Coal Mine | Michael Yon & Eva Vlaardingerbroek

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Mar 16, 2023
In this thought-provoking discussion, Michael Yon, a roving journalist with decades of experience reporting from global conflict zones, and Eva Vlaardingerbroek, a Dutch political commentator advocating for cultural revival, tackle the Dutch farmers' protests. They draw parallels between these protests and the Canadian Freedom Convoy, exploring themes of nationalism and identity erosion. The duo critiques the influence of globalism on local cultures while emphasizing the critical fight for farmers' rights and food security amidst rising existential fears.
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ANECDOTE

Yon Investigates Farmer Protests

  • Michael Yon saw Dutch farmers protesting and flew to the Netherlands to investigate.
  • He interviewed farmers to understand their grievances, a practice he follows globally.
INSIGHT

Long-Standing Struggle

  • Eva Vlaardingerbroek emphasizes the Dutch farmers' protests are not new.
  • Their struggle against the government has been ongoing for years, intensifying recently.
INSIGHT

Nitrogen Crisis Narrative

  • The Dutch government aims to reduce nitrogen emissions by eliminating 50% of farmers by 2030.
  • Eva Vlaardingerbroek argues this is a deceptive tactic of attrition, pushing farmers to despair.
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