Lands Of Leviathan Podcast

In this episode, we discuss how Sauron plans to modernise the Orc race of Middle Earth. Was Sauron the Nelson Mandela to the Orcs? Or was he another Hitler? The discussion used a developmental theory including knowledge, politics, and culture.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, we discuss what would happen in the real world if Jedi actually existed. The discussion included the implications for order and justice in the International System, the global reaction to such powerful people, as well as if the mandate of the Council would include defence against the Sith.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, we discuss the origins of political power and authority. The discussion uses Game of Thrones to explain legitimacy in ruling and rebellion as well as who has the best right to the Iron Throne - from the Baratheons to the Targaryens. Expect extensive debate!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, we use some conspiracy theories from popular films to introduce the critical thinking tool of Occam's Razor, referred to here as the powerful Occam's Lightsaber! This is then used to filter some of the evidence and illuminate the problems found in the 9/11 conspiracy theory, which implicates the US government as the main perpetrator. We expect a lot of critique!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, we discuss the Politics of Fear and how it works within and between people and politicians. We discuss the use of fear by people in creating their own perceptions, beliefs and understanding of the political world. The discussion uses Yodean theory as a yardstick as well as some analogous horror movies.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, we discuss Political Myths and how they are created through popular culture. The discussion includes Power Politics, Power Struggles, and Resource Allocation using the mediums of House of Cards, BattleStar Galactica and Age of Empires. This is one is for the sceptical realists!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, we discuss the Political Regime types found in the Star Wars movies and classify them according to ideal types. The discussion includes a comparison of the Eurozone and Galactic Republic, as well as who would win in a fight between Angela Merkel and Emperor Palpatine.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In our first episode, we discuss the Zombie Apocalypse and its effects on real-world politics. From Western state reconstruction to Middle Eastern politics, this episode includes both fiction and academics as well as the best weapon to use against zombies. (Spoiler: It's a Lightsaber!)  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.