The podcast features a panel discussing Samuel Huntington's "Clash of Civilizations," a divisive book in international relations. They critique the book's theorylessness, viewing it as a declaration of American imperialism and a tool for shaping foreign policy. The panel explores how the book presents a multi-polar world divided into civilizations, fostering a sense of threat to justify active foreign policy and military spending. They analyze Huntington's concept of civilization, its flaws, and how it's used to create divisions and manage populations, drawing parallels to identity politics and the construction of enemies. The discussion also covers the book's predictions, its impact on American strategic thinking, and the role of financial capitalism and war technology in shaping global alliances.
