Nov 16, 2023
Are you curious about the interconnectedness of the COVID-19 pandemic, woke ideology, big tech, the Great Reset, and the call for stakeholder capitalism?
Today, I sit down for an in-depth conversation with Michael Rectenwald, the Mises Institute-affiliated author, and former educator, to delve into a tapestry of topics spanning the mysterious threads connecting various aspects of today's socio-political landscape.
Libertarian presidential candidate Michael Rectenwald is a Ph.D., public speaker, columnist, entrepreneur, and the author of numerous books, including “Beyond Woke” and "The Great Reset and the Struggle for Liberty."
Listen in for a behind-the-scenes exploration of woke ideology's infiltration in academia, Silicon Valley's shift to left-wing authoritarianism, concerns and the challenges to free speech, and strategies for grassroots opposition and decentralization. Plus, gain insights into Michael Rectenwald's Libertarian Presidential campaign.
Tune in as Rectenwald offers a roadmap to understanding the intricacies of our contemporary world.
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Key Takeaways
Rectenwald discusses the controversy during his tenure at NYU, the historical roots of ideological influence, and the impact of tax-exempt foundations on American universities
How his experiences at NYU took Rectenwald from a former Marxist professor to a vocal advocate for liberty critical of woke ideology
Michael shares his ideas on what woke ideology represents
Shedding light on concerns regarding censorship by proxy, government interference in social media, and evidence of government ties to Facebook and Google funding from the CIA
Examining Donald Trump and his presidency—a symbol of opposition or a figure whose policies often align with establishment
What Michael Rectenwald's candidacy for the Libertarian Party presidential nomination is all about
The history of centralized power in the U.S.
Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies as pivotal steps towards decentralization
The potential for liberty-minded approaches in fractured states
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Resources
The Great Reset and the Struggle for Liberty: Unraveling the Global Agenda
Google Archipelago: The Digital Gulag and the Simulation of Freedom
The New Empire of Debt: The Rise and Fall of an Epic Financial Bubble
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