Social Science: SOCIOLOGY HISTORY POLITICS DISCOURSE And Critical thought
A series of lectures exploring the makeup of society, covering sociology, history, politics, discourse, and critical thought. The podcast aims to foster deeper understanding and thinking about societal directions.
Episodes
Relationships and the Influence of Social Media -= Part 2
This is part 2 I will need to make a part 3. This covers how Social Media influences expectations.
Challenges for a healthy relationship
Here we look at relationships in the modern age and what makes one work and what are the distractors in society.
The Great Depression and the New Deal
We explore here the Federal actions and plans to get the US out of the Great Depression. This is part 2 How the government acted and what seemed to work. What was the opposition to the New Deal.
Understanding the Great Depression- Part 1
Here we look at the causes of the Great Depression and what it was. We look at the results and what was done to solve it.
part 2 how the Elite controls Democracy
I look into methods of how the elite involve themselves in government and how they pass laws. They write them. Politicians are supposed to be servants of the people but are puppets for the elite. There have been resistance to them. Will there be more?
How the Elite influence Democracy
This episode I go into history of how Democracy has been corrupted and what strategies the Wealthy have always done to get politicians to do what they want. It is why- many people today are discouraged.
Can we learn from history and apply lessons today?
How does today look from looking at history. Can we learn? What do things look like? Where are we going?
MAGA in USA and Brexit 2
A look in part 2 and the consequences and effects of Maga and Brexit. Lots of effects.
What is the MAGA movement in the US
Here we explore the modern Make America Great Again populist Movement and compare it with the Populist Movement in England being BritExit. Here trace through the beginnings and why it occurred. Part 1
Americans and the Loss of the Individual Spirit
This is part two- where Industrialists or Robber Barons have manipulated and corrupted the system so people are now dependent on a system. They do not want individualism nor independence. So this traces a history of this to present day. The Elite do not want people to be independent. They want total control.
Americans and the Individual Spirit
This is part one looking at individuality and the idea of the individual who can succeed. We begin with the British Colonies and end with Expansion into the West with the Homestead Act.
Comparing the ideas from the West- Middle East and Rome
Here we look at the culture and philosophy of the emergence of ideas to Rome from the Middle East and Compare with those of the Aztecs and Maya
History: Comparing India and china on Philosophy
Here we start with India and look at the emergence of philosophy which effects culture and political though through the years. Then we Look at China and how they used these philosophies and added their own interpretation.
The State of Louisiana- why are people so poor?
This is a brief look at the State at one of the bottom in the US and why it is so poor when it should be very rich. What is the fault?
From the Civil War- A bipolar nation
Here we look at the forces and policies which have moved the US to the present day which are Bipolar and seem to be tearing the country apart.
A Bi-polar analysis of the History of the US- part 2
Here I trace back to the beginnings and bring in present day and the destruction of the US by forces wanting to bring back the good old days- but were they good? Look at the economy and the forces through the Great Depression.
Understanding the USA- a history of Bipolarism and extremism
Here we look into the history of the US by starting with present conditions which signal the end- do they? Or have we always been a country of the extreme and being somewhat Bipolar
Mexico - a history of Corruption and Cartels
The Rise of the Drug trade was perfect for Mexico and their system of corruption allow the growth through modern day.
Mexican political Corruption and rise of the Cartels. P1
Going back to the 1920's looking at politics and corruption and how this fed into drug Cartels of today. Part 1
20th Century Mexican History
Mexico enters as more stable period and has growth set up. It does become a little more democratic. Overall changes have been positive though challenges remain. This is part 2.
Capitalism and Socialism part 3 a balance
Understanding that Social Programs are not Socialism though Socialism means for the majority. Here I look at having some form of a balance.
Capitalism and Socialism
I begin with discussing Crony Capitalism- which many nations have including the US- So it is difficult to start up and compete with large corporations. The odds are stacked against you.Then I move onto Socialism as a response... I mention how they can work together and examples. I will work on a part 3 on this as well.
Mercantilism to Capitalism 1
This is part one starting with our economic system of mercantilism then moving into Capitalism. Part 2 will look at the effects including socialism.
The History of Chile and Peru
Starting with Independence why these two nations remain different and how their systems remain unique
Mexican Independence and Revolutions
This is a brief History of Mexico and look at Independence and political problems since. Until 1920.
The Independence of Brasil
This is a beginning of the History of Brasil and the difference between Latin America. Part 1
The First Nation in Latin America- Haiti
The first revolution and Independence Haiti and why Haiti is the poorest Nation in Latin America.
Latin American History - the Columbian Exchange
Here we discuss what is was and what main things created global changes because of this.
Spanish organization of Life in the New world
Here we look at the development of the cities and how some traditions developed differently than in Spain.
Life in Colonial Latin America
This is a brief look at life in the colonies of how Society was structured.
A very interesting colonization and establishment of Brasil
Why does Brazil Speak Portuguese and not Spanish? Why is it so large compared to Spanish Nations?
Spanish Colonies in the New World Part 2
Here we look at the importance and the Other European Powers Chipping away.
The Spanish Colonial Empire in the New World
This is part one on two on the Spanish Colonies in the New World and what they were important for.
latin American History Overview The Spanish setting up a system
This is a system of Extraction. 1500-1600. What the Spanish wanted- what the Spanish did.
The Spanish Colonization of the New World
We call it Latin America today because of two main influences- Spain and Portugal. They left their mark on the new world which is reflected today. This is an overview up to 1600.
Economic and differences between traditionally Red and Blue States Part 2
Looking at just the economics of Louisiana and why it remains poor even though it is an economic powerhouse.
Economic and differences between traditionally Red and Blue States
This is part one. Just a look at political ideas- Makeup and backgrounds between what we call red and blue States in the US.
Tariffs- Duties and Taxes in the US
Looking at the differences between Taxes tariffs and how the US funded the government,
The Shrinking Middle Class part 2
Looking at more recent factors on how the Middle class and buying power has been effected by policy in the US since the 1980's
The history of the Declining Middle Class in America
We had over 60% of the Population - Middle Class from WWII to 1972. Then something happened. Here we look into the forces that systematically went after the Middle Class. Ask yourself- you probably identify yourself at the Middle but are you?
Geopolitics- trying to make sense of May 2026
We have sometimes to step out and look at events unfolding. I always say Cause - effect. So here is what has been happening on domestic and international with our foreign policy which seems illogical- is there something behind the scene?
The Polarization of America
This goes back to the Reagan years and the time since which looks at the causes for political polarization in the USA.
Revisionist History CA- T
This focuses in on history and perspectives of History in California
Revisionist History
Part one looking at the past and identifying Revisionist history to the modern day. Focus on Texas and Florida
Historical Theories and Persepectives
How we study history - What is the process and why for discovery.
Greek Stoicism and Buddhist Philosophy a deeper look 2
Looking at the schools and more connecting and differing beliefs between these two thoughts.
Comparing Stoic Philosophy to Buddhism
This is a look at the similarities and differences between the two. Amazing the Similarities between Greece and India
Anomalies in the Sky
This is an overview of history writing of things and unknown objects in the Sky. Here we look at the ideas and that sighting are recorded going back some 10,000 years.
Marxism to Soviet Style Communism
This was not what Marx Envisioned. Just became a brutal Dictatorship under Lenin who paved the way for Stalin. This was a repressive regime. Left or right? What is the difference when one small group of elites control all.
What is a Passport Bro and history
I mix my reactions on this too. This has been a trend effecting a few countries especially Colombia. This is a trend and the reasons for it and where it is heading?
Imperialism
I had lots of questions about today- so here I reflect on the past and define it and why Imperialism is not popular and why it failed.
Rise of Fascism
This is a history of Fascism and explains what it was in the 20th Century and how Mussolini took over. We define Fascism and look at its development and ideology.
Colombia Part II
Here I explain some of the changes in Colombia I have noticed through the Years- from my beginnings there in 2009 to recent trends. There are good and bad of course.
Colombia and Latin America my experiences
A personal experience and thoughts on Colombia and Latin America.
US Involvement in Vietnam
This is a brief overview of Vietnam and why we were in Vietnam. What did the Vietnamese think?
Factors leading to the Collapse of Empires- Nations
The steps of why great nations or empires have collapsed in history. Are we next?
History of Globalization
History and definition of Globalization through to today.
The Impact of Industrialization
Defining Industrialization- how it began and transformed society here in the US but with changes in England again.
Comparing the history of Codes Hammurabi and Moses
Here looking at the inspiration and the codes from Babylon and Moses. How are they similar? How are they different?
What is Project 2025?
This currently is being implemented. So a little background on what it is and the major contributors and factors. How is it shaping the USA?
The 1960's Free Speech movement and Hippies
A more detailed look at the beginnings and how they are similar and different.
The Creation of Suburbs 1950's
Life economics and status of the Suburbs in America. Some positives and negatives.
Spanish Exploration of California
This continues the second Main exploration of California and the Spanish being discouraged.
Exploration and discovery of California
Very early from Drake through the Spanish covering a period of over 100 years. - With no colonization.
The US and pre- WWII
What the US was doing from 1939-1941 before Declaring official War involvement.
Feminist Movement and Society
Here I look at the issues with modern Dating and go through the history of Feminism the ideas and changes within Society. What do you see?
Homelessness part 2
Solutions for Homelessness- It is complex- but people and politicians need to decide to change things and my conclusions are do what makes sense.
Homelessness in America- Part one
This episode goes through the history and what has happened. This is part one- Part 2 will look at possible solutions.
Looking at Conservatism and Liberalism
What do these terms mean? Where did they come in history and how they are used. Defining and examples.
Diversity- Blessing or a curse
Let's look at what it means and why it is controversal. A simple study
How to get more financially so to enjoy life.
Our system is set up against you if you work for a living. Some small changes can help you prosper. This is not advice but some hints on having a little more financially.
How the Rich got their wealth and keep their wealth
A history behind how politicians and the wealthy work together to make sure you work and they stay rich.
The Rise of Content Creators
Something new which is popular today- what's the good and bad of this? How do they effect us?
California present and future concerns and controversies
Based on the past, what can we expect for the future. Some of my personal observations on the history and status of the Republic. The Good- the Bad and the Terrible.
Hollywood of California
A look at the industry and the growth from inception though the 1990's.
Early Spanish Exploration and Settlement- CA part 2
Later more than 150 years after claiming California Spain decides to send in Military- and Priests and Colonists into California
Early Spanish Exploration of California
This is the first approaches to California- An Overview and Part one of two.
Building the Transcontinental Railway
California was an Island- The Railway changed this and set a different path for California and the Nation.
The Economic Reasons behind the War of Independence
Civil War? War of Independence or Revolutionary war?Looking at economic justification behind this.
English Exploration
Here England decides to start exploration and give Spain a run for their monopoly on Exploration and the new world.
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