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Modern WisdomApr 21, 2022

#463 - General Robert Spalding - China's Secret Playbook For War

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the politics industry

Catherine Gale

Catherine Gale makes a very compelling argument that America has become a dual party authoritarian system where the parties actually fight not amongs…

Willful Blindness

Sam Cooper

Sam Cooper, who's an investigative journalist in Canada, wrote a good book, Willful Blindness, talks about, you know, you know how it works, at least…

Unrestricted Warfare

No, that's not the way of unrestricted warfare.

Guest: General Robert Spalding

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General Robert Spalding is a retired United States Air Force brigadier general after more than 25 years of service, a senior fellow at Hudson Institute and an author. China has injected itself into pretty much every area of life we care about. From media to technology, energy, food, transportation and even culture. But this strategy wasn't random, it turns out that their entire plan was detailed in a book from 1999 which General Spalding is very familiar with. Expect to learn what's actually happening with the Shanghai lockdowns, how facial recognition and drones are able to automatically fine citizens who break laws, why American companies can't stand up to Chinese demands, why China's recent increase in military spending should worry everyone and much more...

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Catherine Gale

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Willful Blindness

Sam Cooper

The host mentions 'Willful Blindness' by Sam Cooper to highlight the systemic issues surrounding fentanyl trafficking…

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Unrestricted Warfare

The host discusses how China is leveraging economic power to influence global narratives without needing to dominate…

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the book of the people

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The strongest audience signal points to Individuals interested in political science and media studies and Individuals interested in drug trafficking and systemic crime.

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the politics industry

Catherine Gale

Best for Individuals interested in political science and media studiesOften cited around media and political influence

“Catherine Gale makes a compelling argument that America has become a dual party authoritarian system where the parties fight not amongst each other but among others.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: media and political influence

For: Individuals interested in political science and media studies

Key quote: “Catherine Gale makes a very compelling argument that America has become a dual party authoritarian system where the parties actually fight not amongst each other.”

The host discusses the influence of corporate interests on media and policy, referencing Catherine Gale's book to illustrate how the American political system has become a dual party authoritarian structure. Gale argues that the apparent conflict between Democrats and Republicans is merely performative, allowing them to maintain control over policy-making.

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Willful Blindness

Sam Cooper

Best for Individuals interested in drug trafficking and systemic crimeOften cited around fentanyl trafficking

“Sam Cooper, who's an investigative journalist in Canada, wrote a good book, Willful Blindness, talks about, you know, you know how it works, at least in Canada.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: fentanyl trafficking

For: Individuals interested in drug trafficking and systemic crime

Key quote: “Sam Cooper, who's an investigative journalist in Canada, wrote a good book, Willful Blindness, talks about, you know, you know how it works, at least in Canada.”

The host mentions 'Willful Blindness' by Sam Cooper to highlight the systemic issues surrounding fentanyl trafficking from China to the United States. The book provides insights into how these operations function, particularly in Canada, and emphasizes the need for a deeper understanding of the criminal behavior involved.

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Unrestricted Warfare

Best for Individuals interested in geopolitics and cultural dynamicsOften cited around China's cultural influence

“This book from 1999 that I'd never heard of and seems absolutely terrifying. Can you explain what unrestricted warfare is, how it came about everything else?”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: China's cultural influence

For: Individuals interested in geopolitics and cultural dynamics

Key quote: “No, that's not the way of unrestricted warfare.”

The host discusses how China is leveraging economic power to influence global narratives without needing to dominate culturally. They reference 'Unrestricted Warfare' to illustrate the strategic approach China is taking in shaping perceptions through existing Western brands.

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the book of the people

Best for Individuals interested in political systems and media influenceOften cited around media influence on politics

“There's a good book called the book of the people, and it's about the people.”

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Sentiment: Passing Reference

Trigger: media influence on politics

For: Individuals interested in political systems and media influence

Key quote: “And so in many ways, and there's a good book, Kathryn Gayle, who was a businesswoman in in Wisconsin, had a food company, had an epiphany one day when she was working on a strategy for her company.”

The host mentions 'The Book of the People' to illustrate the disconnect between political intentions and the realities of governance. This reference serves to highlight how the political system can become a duopoly that limits genuine representation and change.

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the politics industry

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Catherine Gale makes a very compelling argument that America has become a dual party authoritarian system where the parties actually fight not amongs…

Willful Blindness

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Sam Cooper, who's an investigative journalist in Canada, wrote a good book, Willful Blindness, talks about, you know, you know how it works, at least…

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No, that's not the way of unrestricted warfare.

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