Richard Seymour discusses the global politics of the Palestinian struggle and Israel's war on Gaza. They explore the tension between agency and humanitarianism, the complexity of understanding Hamas, and the impact of Zionism on antisemitism. They also discuss the devaluation of Palestinian lives, the need for transversal coalitions, and the geopolitical dynamics of the Middle East. The podcast covers the relationship between geoeconomy and geopolitics, the ongoing war in Ukraine, and concludes with an introduction and acknowledgment of Richard Seymour.

Richard Seymour, author of 'Disaster Nationalism' and expert on the rise of the far right, unpacks the alarming trend of disaster nationalism. He discusses how social media fuels the spread of fascist ideologies, linking it to societal despair and isolation. The conversation dives deep into the psychological effects of far-right rhetoric, emphasizing the role of digital platforms in radicalizing disenchanted individuals. Seymour warns that modern political struggles are intertwined with personal crises, demanding urgent collective action against this perilous tide.

Richard Seymour, expert on global politics of the Palestinian struggle and Israel's war on Gaza, discusses the influence of factors on the mass response against Israel, the role of the nation state in revolutionizing society, and the contradiction between the public and political class. The chapter explores the recent protests in support of Palestine, highlighting their magnitude, frequency, and global nature.

Expert on global politics of the Palestinian struggle and Israel's war on Gaza, Richard Seymour, discusses the impact on American and British politics, tension between agency and victimhood of Palestinians, condemnation of pro-Palestine movement, dreams of Israeli military strategy, global political landscape, collusion between state liberals and far right, complex geopolitical forces, ambivalence on Russian invasion of Ukraine, and defeat of left populist parties.

Richard Seymour, writer and founding editor of Salvage magazine, discusses the rise of disaster nationalism, where catastrophes are exploited for political gain. He highlights how far-right movements scapegoat marginalized groups, linking these tactics to historical and contemporary events like the Gujarat riots and UK protests. Seymour critiques neoliberalism’s impact on social connection and calls for the left to harness collective resentment into meaningful action. His insights draw alarming parallels between today’s climate of fear and the past, urging a united response to systemic oppression.