Borders and Power

issue #:00045

How Russia sees The West: Alexander Nevsky in Battle with a Tuetonic Knight

Welcome to this week’s Dystopia Unmasked podcast (Yes, it’s not an article!)
Borders and Power: The Commons & Unmasking Neoliberalism, Necropolitics, and Empire. In this episode, we delve into the complex and interconnected dynamics of global power structures, exploring how neoliberalism, necropolitics, and empire shape our world today.

Alex and Khadijah Carberry, two founding members of Dystopia Unmasked, are here in insightful conversation as voices actively engaging with the critical thought and activism they see as essential to confronting our most pressing challenges. With their deep knowledge of political theory, global conflicts, and the fight for social justice, Alex and Khadijah guide us through a discussion that spans the geopolitical tensions in Ukraine to the global struggle for the commons.

Together, they will unpack the ideological and economic systems that perpetuate injustice and inequality, offering a fresh perspective on how we can resist and reimagine a more just and equitable future. Tune in for an enlightening and thought-provoking conversation that will challenge your understanding of power, borders, and the global order.

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