John Mearsheimer: Israel-Palestine, Russia-Ukraine, China, NATO, and WW3 | Lex Fridman Podcast #401

John Mearsheimer is an international relations scholar at University of Chicago. He is one of the most influential and controversial thinkers in the world on the topics of war and power.

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0:00 - Introduction
1:29 - Power
24:43 - Hitler
42:09 - Russia and Ukraine
1:38:22 - Israel and Palestine
2:39:13 - China
3:21:34 - Life and mortality

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[lexfridman]

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0:00 - Introduction & sponsor mentions:
1:29 - Power
24:43 - Hitler
42:09 - Russia and Ukraine
1:38:22 - Israel and Palestine
2:39:13 - China
3:21:34 - Life and mortality

[matthewj]

Finally Lex has someone on in regards to foreign policy who isn’t a neocon. It’s about time, there’s so many other world views for foreign affairs that have been missed.

[So_Stupendous]

Loved this guys intellectual honesty. Instead of disagreeing outright, he will go "well, in order to make that argument, you have to argue for X". This kind of devils advocism is really important to honest discourse imo.

[alexdorian]

The fact that this podcast has so many views gives me hope

[shischkebab]

This is the first person on earth who drew attention to the fact that the German army committed genocide against Soviet citizens. As a result, more Slavs suffered than Jews. I have always talked about this and will continue to talk about it

[quran]

I could listen to Mr. Mearsheimer discuss foreign policy all day.

[fahlmancomputing]

Please bring back John Mearsheimer for another four hours IMMEDIATELY! Wow you two, I can't express in words how much I loved this conversation, and am eternally grateful for expanding my perspective on so many things!

[wesj]

We are fortunate to benefit from John's ability to rationally deduce geopolitical happenings. Thank you gentlemen.

[kahlagerard]

This has been the most intelligent conversation I’ve heard about the wars we’re navigating. This is the kind of real conversations that can make a difference in this complicated world. As the daughter of a holocaust survivor every cell in me is crying out for all the lives being lost because of pride, miscommunication and dogma. Thank you Lex for creating a platform for these conversations.

[theoryneutral]

Mearsheimer owes me a full night's sleep--which I lost as a result of listening to this interview into the morning. Worth every minute. It's funny how you can forget what it's like to listen to or read a thinker who has knowledge, wisdom and the rare ability to communicate clearly.

[alextee]

Mearsheimer is probably one of the most realistic analyst of global geopolitics, especially with the Russia-Ukraine War. Really look forward to his participation in more podcasts across platforms

[valuetraveler]

Can we have a discussion about central banks, the Fed's etc involvement in world affairs since 1913?

[StevenDonoghue-vsnr]

I love how lex has a soft voice and remains totally calm, allows the hosts to talk without interruption and asks great questions 💗 just like Nima alkorshid and Danny boy hiaphong, I love youze guys ❤🎉

[nifgmuq]

" …if that’s your definition of antisemitism, it’s taken an important term and stretched it to the point where it’s meaningless “ . That’s a great way to put how Israel and the US government is using the term

[NYFL]

"If wars can be started by LIES, Peace can be started by TRUTH." - Julian Assange.

[ellinaaidinidu]

Замечательный гость и беседа 🤜🤛

На английском языке, было немного сложно слушать, за то узнала много новых слов на английском.)

Отличный перевод на русский язык.
Благодарю всех причастных!

[ejiroigbesoko]

Learnt something today from John Mearsheimer: The Hubris/Humility index!!! 😂😂😂

This was a great conversation, Lex; enjoyed it! 👍🏽

[wallacemeans]

Before I even watch this, let me say I appreciate you for having Prof. Mearsheimer. He is a legend and I'm always interested in what he has to say. Thank you Lex. Stay true to yourself.

[michaelferreraphotos]

You are a hero for using your platform to encourage love and truth. Most people in this world don't have the balls.

[fqogxgq]

Absolutely love this way of listening to a person... I have learned so much by your conversations and am truly captivated by each of your guests. Sincerely grateful for all that you do!