An exploration of Christopher Andrew´s book "The Secret World: A History of Intelligence." Twitter is @ThePanopticon84Από τον Agent Zero and La Malinche

This episode promises to take you on a profound exploration of Martin Gurri's "The Revolt of the Public." It's a journey filled with thought-provoking discussions on the changing power dynamics in society, the role of the internet in amplifying the voices of the public, and the intriguing dynamics within intelligence agencies. We navigate the sea o…

A discussion on the Revolt of the Elite and Betrayal of Democracy by Christopher Lasch. Twitter is @ThePanopticon84Από τον Thinking Out Loud and ArtiChrist

Ever wonder how political philosophies like Marxism and Leninism shape societal structures and impact the balance of power? Prepare to be intrigued! In a riveting new episode, we unpack the theories of power through the lens of pluralism and pluralist theory. We venture into the fascinating world of government structures, drawing inspiration from t…

From the mysterious, ancient castles of Scotland to the lively streets of London, we've journeyed across breathtaking landscapes, tasted the unique flavor of Scottish culture, and reflected on our own identities. Imagine, walking through the ruins of a castle, the wind blowing off the North Sea, the smell of salt and moss in the air. What if that c…

Prepare yourself for an intriguing exploration into the web of conspiracy theories surrounding the Maui fires. We aren't just discussing wildfires; we navigate the shadowy corners of elite interests, Hollywood strikes, and the creeping menace of global boiling. We dare to peek behind the veil of conventional wisdom and stare down the grand, global …

What if the key to understanding our world today lies in the revolutionary ideas of Karl Marx? Join us as we explore the impact of Hegelian philosophy, property rights, and Marxism on our society. We'll start by examining Napoleon's quote about power being his mistress and its connection to Hegel's views on history and the dialectic process. As we …

What do the Hollywood blacklist of the 1950s and today's cancel culture have in common? Join us as we explore the legacy of Elia Kazan, a director who faced severe backlash for naming names during the red scare, and compare it to modern cancel culture. Discover the stories of actors and writers, like Lee Grant and Dalton Trumbo, who managed to make…

What if you could peek behind the curtain and uncover the complexities of elite theory, power dynamics, and racial classifications shaping our society? Join us on this fascinating journey into the world of power and politics, where we dive into the influential works of C Wright Mills and Machiavelli, as well as the implications of race on our socie…

What if the power in our society is controlled not by a single individual, but by a select group of elites? In this thought-provoking episode, we explore Elite Theory and Power through the works of James Burnham and C. Wright Mills, diving into the foundations of power, the risks of speaking truth to power. We also analyze the role of industrializa…

What happens when cultures collide and power dynamics shift, challenging our understanding of truth and knowledge? Join Pig and me as we unravel the intricacies of power in the modern world, examining relativism, Nietzsche's idea of creating our own values, and Foucault's perspective on power as a shapeshifter. We dig deep into the power dynamics b…

What does it truly mean to have power, and how does it impact our daily lives? This week on The Panopticon, Anne Frankenstein and I tackle the complexities of power, exploring its relationship with knowledge, truth, and even sex. Join us as we discuss how we perceive and experience power through aspects such as youth, money, beauty, intellect, and …

Prepare to be captivated as we journey through the complexities of power in our modern society. Discover how the works of influential philosophers such as Machiavelli, Nietzsche, and Bentham contribute to our understanding of power, and how it shapes the relationships between individuals, governments, and societies. This enthralling podcast series …

What secrets are hiding behind the origins of our podcast's name, 'The Panopticon'? How do power and surveillance shape our society and our very own behaviors? Join us, as my brother D50 and I unveil the power dynamics between the elite and the rest of us, dissecting how the concept of the Panopticon is woven into our everyday lives. We're the pris…