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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