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"Hammer Time" with Ralph Schoellhammer

"Hammer Time" with Ralph Schoellhammer

Written by: Ralph Schoellhammer
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 Hammer Time is a news podcast that features interviews with some of the most influential thinkers of our time. This podcast discusses everything that pertains to the everyday rough-and-tumble of global politics, from arts to philosophy to pop culture. Please subscribe and follow our updates on Twitter via @Raphfel and check out our YouTube Channel.Ralph Schoellhammer Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Ralph Reacts #2 - No, Europe does not have Escalation Dominance

    Ralph Reacts #2 - No, Europe does not have Escalation Dominance
    Jan 21 2026

    In this conversation, Ralph Schoellhammer discusses the perceived escalation dominance of Europe over the United States, arguing that this belief is largely an illusion. He highlights the significant military, digital, financial, and energy dependencies that Europe has on the US, emphasizing that while Europe may hold some leverage, it is constrained and cannot easily achieve strategic autonomy. The discussion covers various domains, including military technology, digital infrastructure, financial markets, and energy supplies, ultimately concluding that European independence is a complex and long-term challenge.
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    30 mins
  • Demographics, Civil Unrest, and Geopolitics - get ready for 2026.

    Demographics, Civil Unrest, and Geopolitics - get ready for 2026.
    Jan 7 2026

    This discussion examines Europe’s geopolitical situation in 2026, including the challenges posed by migration, the influence of religion on society, and the need for cultural revitalization. The speakers analyze the role of the United States as a global policeman and the impact of geopolitical tensions on European identity. The conversation also addresses growing social tensions and the potential rise of vigilantism, while exploring the challenges of Islam in Europe and the continent’s future.
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • How to save the UK and the West - Ralph on Neil Oliver

    How to save the UK and the West - Ralph on Neil Oliver
    May 13 2025
    Get 50% off on the Biogena One Starter Pack with START50 at https://biogena-one.com/enRalph's German Channel: / @ralphschoellhammer-de Ralph's Substack in English: https://the1020.substack.com/Ralph's Substack in German: https://schoellhammer.substack.com/In this conversation, the Ralph and Neil delve into pressing geopolitical issues, focusing on the India-Pakistan conflict, the implications of historical context on current events, and the role of national identity in shaping global politics. They discuss the shifting dynamics of power, the risks of escalating conflicts, and the importance of understanding history in navigating contemporary challenges. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the current state of societal identity crises, the institutional crises leading to a pre-revolutionary phase in the UK and beyond, and the global shift from a unipolar to a multipolar world. They explore political changes in Africa, the role of leadership in development, and the implications of BRICS for global cooperation. The conversation also touches on the future of American influence and the significance of the new American pope in the context of Catholicism.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Geopolitical Developments02:12 The India-Pakistan Conflict: A Tectonic Shift12:12 Historical Context and Its Impact on Current Events22:20 The Role of National Identity in Global Politics29:06 Reprogramming Society: The Crisis of Identity30:51 Pre-Revolutionary Phase: Institutional Crisis in the UK and Beyond34:14 Global Instability: The Shift from Unipolar to Multipolar World36:12 Emerging Alternatives: Political Changes in Africa39:11 The Role of Leadership: Dictatorship vs. Democracy in Development42:44 The Changing Landscape: BRICS and Global Cooperation50:04 The Future of American Influence: A Shift in Strategy55:07 The American Pope: A New Era for Catholicism?
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    57 mins
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