THIS IS REVOLUTION ＞podcast BEYOND THE RED ZONE: DID CALEB WILLIAMS DO ENOUGH TO SILENCE THE HATERS & AUSTIN LATE NIGHT KNOCKOUTS
Jan 16, 2026
Professor Alexander Herbert, a historian teaching Marx's Capital, joins to discuss his course and its relevance. The conversation shifts as the hosts dissect Caleb Williams' impressive comeback win for the Bears, weighing his performance against critics focused on style over substance. Highlights include humorous takes on betting and a deeper dive into NFL coaching dynamics. The talk takes a turn as they analyze viral street-fight videos, tying in broader themes of policing and culture. They wrap up with a humorous look at internet clips while maintaining a serious undertone.
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Read Difficult Texts In Groups
- Read Das Kapital with others to understand its complexity more easily.
- Alexander Herbert will run an eight-week discussion course using the Penguin edition starting in March.
Clutch Performance Over Stat Lines
- Caleb Williams elevates teammates and wins under pressure, not just piling stats.
- Jason Myles argues this clutch leadership is the truer measure of greatness.
Image Bias Hides Leadership Traits
- New QB generations bring less sideline theatrics but still lead.
- Critics fixate on image (clothes, polish) rather than on-field leadership.
