Project Russia and the Future of Western Democracy with Jason Pack
Episode description
In this episode, we dive into geopolitical tensions, focusing on Russia’s influence on global politics and its ideological underpinnings. David Troy and Jason Pack from the Disorder Podcast discuss Russian nationalism, the continuity of Soviet-era tactics, and the extensive influence of Project Russia. The conversation also delves into the intersections with Western ideologies and strategies to combat disinformation, as well as the peculiar connection between Russian Cosmism and contemporary tech culture.
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00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:51 Conversation with Jason Pack Begins
02:18 Russian Nationalism and Historical Context
03:40 Post-Soviet Russia and the KGB's Influence
10:27 Challenges of Democratization in Russia
18:24 Project Russia: Ideological Framework
26:18 Western Misunderstandings of Russian Motivations
29:10 The Essence of Project Russia
30:06 Bannon's Vision and Russian Interests
30:30 China's Role in the Ukraine War
31:52 Introduction to Russian Cosmism
32:40 The Origins and Ideas of Russian Cosmism
34:32 Cosmism's Influence on Modern Tech
37:51 Libertarian Ideologies and Russian Cosmism
40:51 Trump's Actions and Russian Interests
42:50 Chaos in Tariff Policies
45:56 Strengthening Democracy in the West
52:48 Engaging Global South Democracies
53:49 Conclusion and Future Vision