"Hammer Time" with Ralph Schoellhammer

Get 50% off on the Biogena One Starter Pack with START50 at https://biogena-one.com/enRalph's German Channel: / @ralphschoellhammer-de Ralph's Substack in English: https://the1020.substack.com/Ralph's Substack in German: https://schoellhammer.substack.com/In this conversation, the Ralph and Neil delve into pressing geopolitical issues, focusing on the India-Pakistan conflict, the implications of historical context on current events, and the role of national identity in shaping global politics. They discuss the shifting dynamics of power, the risks of escalating conflicts, and the importance of understanding history in navigating contemporary challenges. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the current state of societal identity crises, the institutional crises leading to a pre-revolutionary phase in the UK and beyond, and the global shift from a unipolar to a multipolar world. They explore political changes in Africa, the role of leadership in development, and the implications of BRICS for global cooperation. The conversation also touches on the future of American influence and the significance of the new American pope in the context of Catholicism.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Geopolitical Developments02:12 The India-Pakistan Conflict: A Tectonic Shift12:12 Historical Context and Its Impact on Current Events22:20 The Role of National Identity in Global Politics29:06 Reprogramming Society: The Crisis of Identity30:51 Pre-Revolutionary Phase: Institutional Crisis in the UK and Beyond34:14 Global Instability: The Shift from Unipolar to Multipolar World36:12 Emerging Alternatives: Political Changes in Africa39:11 The Role of Leadership: Dictatorship vs. Democracy in Development42:44 The Changing Landscape: BRICS and Global Cooperation50:04 The Future of American Influence: A Shift in Strategy55:07 The American Pope: A New Era for Catholicism?

Get 50% off on the Biogena One Starter Pack with START50 at https://biogena-one.com/enRalph's German Channel:    / @ralphschoellhammer-de  Ralph's Substack in English: https://the1020.substack.com/Ralph's Substack in German: https://schoellhammer.substack.com/Interview with David Betz:    • "The coming civil war with David Betz"  Interview with Doomberg and Michael Every:    • The New World Order – with Doomberg a...  Ralph Schoellhammer discusses the potential for a coming revolution in the West, driven by an institutional crisis where existing political frameworks fail to adapt to contemporary challenges. He emphasizes the importance of political legitimacy, voter frustration, and the role of youth in seeking change. The conversation explores historical parallels and the uncertain future of political order amidst rising discontent.Takeaways• The West is facing an institutional crisis that threatens democracy.• Existing political institutions are failing to adapt to new challenges.• Voter frustration is leading to a loss of legitimacy in political systems.• Youth engagement in politics is increasing as they seek alternatives.• Historical revolutions were often preceded by significant institutional crises.• The current political landscape is marked by a desire for change.• Adaptation of institutions is crucial for preserving democracy.• Crackdowns on dissent are not sustainable solutions to political discontent.• The future political order is uncertain and may vary by region.• The conversation aims to spark dialogue about pressing political issues.Chapters1. 00:00 Introduction and Announcements2. 02:22 The Coming Revolution in the West3. 06:28 Institutional Crisis and Adaptation4. 12:07 Political Legitimacy and Voter Frustration5. 18:35 The Role of Youth in Political Change6. 24:04 The Future of Order and Change

Ralph Schoellhammer, Michael Every, and Doomberg discuss the current economic and geopolitical challenges. They analyze the role of #GDP , the geopolitical tensions between the #us and #china , and the impact of the #trump administration on global #politics They also discuss the situation in #canada and the importance of #energy and resources in the political landscape.

Ralph Schoellhammer discusses concerning political and societal trends with Konstantin Kisin, focusing on the erosion of trust in institutions due to government misbehavior (exemplified by the COVID-19 response), the rise of populism fueled by ignored public concerns, and the growing competition from China's increasingly efficient industrial policies.