Geopolitics with a little conspiracy theory - Deep Dive

Deep dive into a 3-article series on Peter Thiel from the Corbett Report, a website that critiques global events and figures. The articles detail the life and career of Peter Thiel, a prominent Silicon Valley investor, entrepreneur, and political donor. The articles explore Thiel's rise to prominence through his founding of companies like PayPal and Palantir Technologies, his illegal acquisition o...

The article argues that the foundation of modern anthropology, particularly as developed in the United States, was heavily influenced by racist ideologies and served to justify colonialism and genocide. It traces the roots of these ideas back to the 19th century, focusing on the work of individuals like Albert Gallatin, Henry Rowe Schoolcraft, and Lewis Henry Morgan, who are accused of fabricating...

This Substack article argues that American Cold War nuclear strategy was not a rational response to Soviet aggression, but rather a self-fulfilling prophecy based on faulty assumptions and a distorted understanding of history. The author, Cynthia Chung, critiques the “systems analysis” approach of the RAND Corporation, a research group established after World War Two. She argues that RAND's relian...

The text presents a forceful argument that the Irish famine of 1845-1850 was not a natural disaster, but a deliberate and systematic genocide perpetrated by the British government. The author, Chris Fogarty, argues that the British government's policies, including the enforced removal of food from Ireland, led to mass starvation and death, with a significantly higher death toll than previously ack...

The provided text is an excerpt from "The Olive Branch," a political treatise written in 1815 by a politically-motivated author. This text delves into the political and economic tensions between the United States and Britain in the early 19th century, especially during the War of 1812. The author critiques the actions of both the American and British governments, highlighting issues like impressme...

The text is a collection of letters and memos written by  Jean-Baptiste Colbert , the French Minister of Finance under King Louis XIV, discussing his policies. The excerpts focus on the administration of finances, especially the collection of taxes, the management of royal estates, and the regulation of trade and industry. Colbert’s meticulous attention to detail is evident, as he issues inst...

The article, "The Economic Policy That Made the Peace of Westphalia", discusses the economic and political policies of Cardinal Jules Mazarin and Jean-Baptiste Colbert in 17th-century France. The piece argues that their approach to economic development, centred on the principle of "the Advantage of the other", was crucial to ending the Thirty Years' War and establishing the era of sovereign nation...

The text is a long excerpt from William Gilpin’s book “The Cosmopolitan Railway”, published in 1890. Gilpin, a former governor of Colorado, advocates for the construction of a transcontinental railway system that would connect North America, Alaska, Siberia, and eventually all continents. He examines the political, social, and economic implications of such a system, arguing that it would not only...

The text is an excerpt from Alexander Hamilton’s 1791  Report on Manufactures , which argues for government support of American manufacturing. Hamilton examines arguments against the encouragement of manufacturing, especially those that claim agriculture is more productive than manufacturing. He contends that these arguments are based on a misunderstanding of how both industries contribute to...

This text is an excerpt from John F. Kennedy's book  "Profiles in Courage" , which explores the actions of various American politicians who demonstrated courage in the face of political adversity. Kennedy, through the stories of historical figures such as John Quincy Adams, Daniel Webster, and Thomas Hart Benton, examines the challenges and complexities of maintaining one's principles in the...

The article is an excerpt from a political speech given by Lyndon LaRouche, Jr. in 1987. LaRouche argues that the economic ills facing the United States can be solved by adopting a system of economic policies he calls the "American System," which draws on the principles of Alexander Hamilton and Friedrich List. This system would involve large government investments in technology, infrastructure, a...

This document is  Alexander Hamilton's 1790 “Report on a National Bank” . It provides a detailed argument for establishing a national bank in the United States. Hamilton begins by reviewing the history and advantages of public banks, refuting common criticisms against them. He then addresses the existence of a national bank in North America, arguing for the creation of a new, larger instituti...

The provided text is an excerpt from Marshall McLuhan's book "Understanding Media: The Extensions of Man", in which he argues that  technology acts as an extension of human senses , impacting our perceptions and interactions with the world. McLuhan introduces the concept of  "hot" and "cool" media , describing how different media influence human behaviour and consciousness through their...

This text is an excerpt from an online article arguing that the People's Republic of China is not responsible for America's opioid epidemic. The article suggests that the epidemic's roots lie in a history of opium trafficking conducted by Western powers, including the United States, which profited from the misery of the opium trade. It argues that the American government, through the CIA and other...

This text is a transcript of a lecture by Wadie Abunassar, an independent commentator on Middle Eastern affairs, delivered at the International Institute for Middle East and Balkan Studies in Ljubljana. Abunassar discusses the complex situation of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, highlighting the asymmetry of the conflict and the four major obstacles to a peaceful resolution: the lack of strong l...

The audio recording is a discussion between Richard Poe, author of the book "250 Years of Color Revolution", and Matt, a podcast host. Poe argues that the British Empire was responsible for orchestrating colour revolutions, such as the French and Russian revolutions, to destabilise governments and secure British dominance. He suggests this narrative was then deliberately deflected onto Jews to cov...

Deism and the Enlightenment's Attack on Religion The Enlightenment's embrace of deism, as exemplified by figures like Voltaire, aimed to undermine the authority of the Bible and traditional religion by promoting a view of God as a distant clockmaker who established the universe but does not intervene in its affairs. This separation of God from the natural world, as reflected in Voltaire's famous l...

Mike Benz, a former cybersecurity official within the Trump administration, discusses the "Censorship Industry," an intricate web of entities he believes are working to silence dissenting voices online. Benz alleges that the U.S. State Department, alongside other government agencies, private organisations, and tech companies, are collaborating to control the flow of information, particularly surro...

A deep dive into the roundtable organised by Matt Ehret from the transcript of the video. This is experimental technology. This transcript records a webinar discussing the current global security situation and the risks of nuclear war. The speakers, prominent academics and experts, analyse the historical context of US-Russia relations, highlighting the dangers of NATO expansion and the current pro...

The provided text discusses the origins and activities of the X Club, a group of Victorian scientists who, according to the author, aimed to reshape British Imperial strategy. The first source, a scholarly article from the journal  Isis , focuses on the formation and early history of the group, arguing that they sought to promote scientific naturalism and assert the authority of professional...

Contrasting Approaches to Sustainability: China vs. the West The source, an article titled "BRICS+ VS. the WEF: The Clash of Two Green Paradigms" by Matthew Ehret, argues that China and the West have fundamentally different approaches to sustainability. China's approach is characterized by a focus on: Energy Abundance: China prioritizes increasing energy production through various means, including...