Making Sense with Sam Harris

#301 — The Politics of Unreality: Ukraine and Nuclear Risk

Oct 25, 2022

In a captivating discussion, Timothy Snyder, a Yale historian and expert on Ukraine, shares his insights on the ongoing war in Ukraine. He reveals the complexities of Russian propaganda and examines Putin's motives, questioning the role of the US and NATO in the conflict. The conversation delves into nuclear risk and the moral dilemmas of global politics, alongside the historical context that shapes current events. Through his expertise, Snyder uncovers the intricate layers of this geopolitical crisis and its implications.

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The Choice of an Enemy

01:29

The Reality of Ukraine and Crimea

02:45

Anti-Semitism on the Extreme Right and Extreme Left

01:34

Russia Wins Because They're Not Aiming for Anything Other

01:36

Intro

3min

Rising Tide of Anti-Semitism in Discourse

9min

Navigating the War in Ukraine: Historical Context and Current Narratives

24min

Examining the Moral Equivalence in Global Politics

2min

The Evolution of Power and Ideology in Putin's Russia

3min

The Philosophy of Fascism and Geopolitical Tensions

10min

Political Ideologies and Propaganda

9min

Navigating the Complexities of the Ukraine Crisis and Public Discourse

2min

Sam Harris speaks with Timothy Snyder about the ongoing war in Ukraine. They discuss the effect of Russian propaganda, Putin’s motives, whether the US and NATO bear some responsibility for the war, widespread calls for de-escalation, nuclear blackmail and nuclear risk, and other topics.

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