Sept. 4, 2025

Narratives of Control: Foreign Policy, Freedom, and the American Illusion

Narratives of Control: Foreign Policy, Freedom, and the American Illusion

What if everything you believed about America’s role in the world was built on a story someone needed you to hear? Explore the forces shaping foreign policy—from boardrooms to battlefields—and why the truth might just start with unlearning.


Guest: Scott Horton

https://scotthorton.org


Chapters

00:00 Introduction to America's Role in the World

01:57 Historical Context: From Eisenhower to the Cold War

04:43 The Military-Industrial Complex: Interests and Ideologies

11:06 The Evolution of American Foreign Policy

14:50 The Debate on Global Hegemony: America vs. Russia and China

19:56 The Shift in Political Narratives: From Allies to Adversaries

34:09 The Investigation and Its Implications

35:59 Media Manipulation and Political Strategy

39:20 Covering Up Scandals: The Role of Intelligence Agencies

42:21 The Clinton Email Scandal and Its Fallout

44:28 Nuclear Threats and Global Catastrophe

48:11 Regaining Control: The Role of the People

58:09 Clinton's Missed Opportunities in Foreign Policy

01:01:07 Public Choice Theory and Political Interests

01:04:00 Eisenhower's Legacy and Cold War Dynamics

01:07:11 Presidential Power and Military Influence

01:10:24 Media Landscape and Public Perception

01:18:05 Changing Views on Foreign Policy and Israel-Palestine Relations



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