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Rudyard Lynch

Creator of the YouTube channel WhatifAltHist. Co-host of the History 102 podcast.

Top 5 podcasts with Rudyard Lynch

Ranked by the Snipd community
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121 snips
Mar 19, 2025 • 1h 37min

#11 - Applied History with WhatIfAltHist

Rudyard Lynch, creator of the YouTube channel WhatIfAltHist, dives into counterfactual history and how it can illuminate our understanding of the present. He explores alchemy's historical significance and its parallels with modern technology like cryptocurrency. The conversation touches on the implications of genetics in politics, the moral responsibilities of technology, and the shifting dynamics between states and decentralized networks. Lynch also discusses how the internet is reshaping societal structures and the decline of traditional power in favor of new ideologies.
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Sep 15, 2024 • 1h 2min

Cycles of Civilization with Samo Burja and Rudyard Lynch

Samo Burja, host of Live Players, and Rudyard Lynch, host of History 102, dive deep into the unique characteristics of civilizations and their impact on history. They discuss how ancient societies like Babylon influence today’s tech-driven world. The conversation spans the contrasting worldviews of Abrahamic versus non-Abrahamic cultures, the evolution of literacy, and governance over time. They explore historical cycles of rise and fall in civilizations, drawing parallels to modern social issues, all while connecting past dynamics to contemporary ideological divides.
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Aug 20, 2024 • 1h 33min

How Elites & Baby Boomers Collapsed America | WhatifaItHist - PT 1

Rudyard Lynch, a provocative historian and creator of 'What If Alt Hist,' explores alarming societal trends. He discusses how the baby boomer generation and elites have contributed to America's economic decline. Lynch highlights the dangers of rising debt and its connection to civil unrest. He also critiques how financial policies have led to increased inequality and challenges to social stability. With historical parallels drawn from past crises, the conversation sheds light on the precarious state of American democracy and culture.
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Aug 22, 2024 • 1h 27min

How Elites & Baby Boomers Collapsed America | WhatifaItHist - PT 2

Rudyard Lynch, a provocative historian and creator of the YouTube channel "What If Alt Hist," explores the unsettling themes of societal collapse and the decline of Western culture. He discusses the implications of economic policies and rising debt as predictors of unrest. Lynch draws parallels between historical events and potential civil strife in modern America, highlighting the cyclical nature of social inequality. Their conversation delves into generational wealth disparities, mental health challenges, and the pressing need for decentralized governance to avert future crises.
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Sep 21, 2024 • 1h 2min

E79: How Civilizations Cycle & Collapse | Samo Burja and Rudyard Lynch

Samo Burja, a political analyst and founder of Bismarck Analysis, joins Rudyard Lynch, a historical content creator from the What If Althist YouTube channel, for a fascinating discussion. They delve into the cyclical nature of civilizations, comparing ancient societies like Babylon to modern ones like Silicon Valley. The conversation explores the impact of Abrahamic religions on societal hierarchies and the historical roots of feminism. They also reveal how debt and cultural loss contribute to the rise and fall of civilizations, drawing intriguing parallels to today.