Provoked with Darryl Cooper and Scott Horton EP:1 “Everyone starts as a 3-Year old.” How ordinary people become capable of atrocities.
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Jun 29, 2025 Dive into the complex psychology of conflict and discover how ordinary people can become participants in cycles of violence. The discussion highlights the Israel-Palestine conflict, emphasizing historical narratives and personal stories that foster empathy. Explore the dark factors leading to horrific acts and how prolonged conflict alters moral perspectives. Insightful analyses of counterinsurgency failures and ongoing generational trauma are provided. Additionally, the podcast delves into the recent Iran-Israel conflict, examining military strategies and geopolitical implications.
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Daryl's Origin Story
- Daryl Cooper started the Fear and Loathing in the New Jerusalem podcast to understand the Israeli-Palestinian conflict beyond surface media narratives.
- He used podcasting to share a balanced and humanizing view of both sides, drawing from extensive reading and personal experience.
Everyone Starts as a Three-Year-Old
- Everyone starts as a three-year-old with vast potential, but life's narrow constraints and momentum shape vastly different adults.
- Social pressures and cultural momentum heavily limit our ability to change direction, making transformation difficult without support.
My Lai Soldiers' Transformation
- Soldiers in My Lai massacre were normal men who initially viewed Vietnamese people positively.
- The traumatic stress of war rapidly transformed their behavior into committing brutal atrocities.
