THE MAU MAU HOUR w/PASCAL ROBERT: The Uselessness of Hyperpolitics ft. Daniel Bessner

Explore the influence and impact of hyperpolitics, mass movements, and the power elite on modern democracy in the latest episode of This Is Revolution podcast. This intriguing discussion features our special guest and renowned political analyst, Daniel Bessner, and is incisively hosted by Pascal Roberts. Focusing on the rise of Black power, civil rights movements, and major political swings, our host and guest delve into the past and present landscapes of socio-politics in the United States. Listen as Bessner, a respected professor at Washington University, illuminates the role of political elites in decisively shaping the U.S. policies and decisions. With academic expertise and political engagement under his belt, Bessner dissects the evolution of American political ideologies, touching on potential driving forces behind these shifts, such as ideological development, changing demographics, and the growing influence of the liberal white power elite. The discussion beautifully unravels the mysteries surrounding hyperpolitics and its implications, digging deeper into societal power interactions and exploring the theory of 'Power Elite.' We also question the future of mass politics in America, relate power dynamics to current socio-political unrest, and provoke thoughtful views on global protests and consciousness shifts worldwide. Engage in an eye-opening conversation that ponders on philosophical intricacies of current political theories, examines the effectiveness of mass politics, and scrutinizes power dynamics. In this enlightening episode, Bessner further explores the predictable shift in regional hegemonic power, the complexity of bureaucracy, and the impact of surveillance on an increasingly financialized society. Don't miss this riveting dialogue as we dive deep into the political world, dissecting arguments, interpreting theories, and challenging the status quo. Enlighten yourself with insights from an expert's perspective and immerse yourself in this engaging and thought-provoking conversation with Daniel Bessner on the This Is Revolution podcast.   Get Jason's pamphlet, "I Was A Teenage Anarchist" here: https://everyday-analysis.sellfy.store/.../i-was-a.../   Get Tickets for the TIR Live Show in DC June 8th (You can also purchase Tickets for the livestream if you can't make it to DC)   Get Tickets here:https://www.eventbrite.com/.../clr-james-and-the-struggle...   Thank you guys again for taking the time to check this out. We appreciate each and everyone of you. If you have the means, and you feel so inclined, BECOME A PATRON! We're creating patron only programing, you'll get bonus content from many of the episodes, and you get MERCH!   Become a patron now https://www.patreon.com/join/BitterLakePresents?   Please also like, subscribe, and follow us on these platforms as well, (specially YouTube!)   THANKS Y'ALL   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG9WtLyoP9QU8sxuIfxk3eg Twitch: www.twitch.tv/thisisrevolutionpodcast www.twitch.tv/leftflankvets​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thisisrevolutionpodcast/ Twitter: @TIRShowOakland Instagram: @thisisrevolutionoakland   Read Jason Myles in Sublation Magazine https://www.sublationmag.com/writers/jason-myles   Read Jason Myles in Damage Magazine https://damagemag.com/2023/11/07/the-man-who-sold-the-world/   Pascal Robert's Black Agenda Report: https://www.blackagendareport.com/author/Pascal%20Robert