Analysis of formless movements and the decline of charismatic leadership

The podcast episode delves into the shift from formless movements to the decline of charismatic leadership within the context of protests. It outlines the historical origins and ideological reasons that contributed to the dominance of leaderless movements in the 2010s, emphasizing the rise of spontaneously coordinated mass protests in public spaces. The analysis explores the material and ideological factors that facilitated the emergence of leaderless movements, reflecting on the alter-globalization movement's influence and the societal shift towards decentralized, horizontally organized actions.