The Gray Area with Sean Illing cover image

Taking anarchism seriously

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

NOTE

The Influence of Worldviews on Perceptions of Human History

History is often skewed to fit a particular narrative. While capitalism enthusiasts claim that it represents human nature, humans have lived in various ways throughout history. The indigenous Australian people, for example, maintained a peaceful and sustainable existence for 60,000 years. In contrast, many so-called great civilizations were built on authority, hierarchy, violence, and bloodshed. This highlights the success and longevity of a peaceful society. Our conversation with Sophie Scott Brown continues after a quick break, brought to you by our sponsors NetSuite and GiveWell.

00:00
Transcript
Play full episode

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner