A Conversation with Noam Chomsky on Trump, Capitalism, and the U.S. Role in the New Cold War

[@0kneelbeforezod0]

The fact that the Professor can still rip it up at 91 is absolutely amazing. The body is getting older, but the mind is as young as ever. An absolute treasure to be cherished while we still have him.

[@ThePhuzz]

Don Chomsky, the true intellectual Godfather.

[@ldeweese1]

Much prefer Victor Davis Hanson.

[@0kneelbeforezod0]

@@ldeweese1 In terms of analysis, Chomsky would literally nuke Hanson. He's a loon and he should stick to the Classics.

[@jomilkman]

A great call by Doc Doom. Completely agreed.

[@bigjook7629]

Ditto.

[@djehankidd4128]

"the world is run like a mafia", Chomsky is such an inspiration. I wish we keep him much longer.

[@viktor3329]

@Fidus Achates same thought lol sounds like something kids wearing supreme shirts write as a caption for their instagram post

[@djehankidd4128]

I dont understand the replies, Im not a US citizen. If I say this it is bc the US is an anti-intellectual country celebrating idiocy at lobotomy level and will be left with nothing for a while once Chomsky, which is 91 years old, isnt there anymore.

[@sempressfi]

@@manofiske3318 the US is a nation of rabid infighting tearing each other apart piece by piece. We are no longer "doers" we are whiners on social media screaming at each other while the govt DOES us in the ass. Just saying.

[@goodluckgorsky3413]

Flash Gordon they are? They aren’t the only ones ofc but nobody’s denying oil companies, Israel and the US have huge influence

[@djehankidd4128]

​@@RobertIsraelKabakoff I am French, it is normal I support intellectuals while you go enjoy the superbowl, it balances things out, that's what friends do, stop blaming us.

[@ScottMachesky]

The man has a remarkable knack for explaining human stupidity without judgement

[@Ibiron]

A true beacon of truth. I've been following him for 40 years and never get tired of hearing his reason.

[@r.b.ratieta6111]

When Chomsky passes away, not only will the world have lost one of it's greatest and most practical thinkers, we're basically going to be screwed.

[@TommyLikeTom]

Read as much as you can of his works, spread the word, there will be more

[@r.b.ratieta6111]

@@TommyLikeTom I plan on reading his works. I surely hope there will be more, especially in the NEAR future.

[@davidbrislin1126]

@@r.b.ratieta6111 His latest book is 'Internationalism or Extinction'. It hasn't been out, long (November last year). Check it out, if you haven't already :)

[@malikialgeriankabyleswag4200]

Stop worshipping humans.

[@tshay7]

Kinda putting the dude up on a pedestal aren’t you?

[@amrahmed7856]

This man should have his brain uploaded somewhere ASAP

[@tshay7]

Or maybe you could learn to think for yourself and develop your own ideas and body of research.

[@amrahmed7856]

@@tshay7 Of course I'll think for myself, I don't agree with him on everything. But his wisdom and knowledge is worth preserving.

[@tshay7]

Amr Ahmed yes, thankfully we have his books and interviews on the internet

[@torcaace]

@Ace Nothing the first 2 words that you said are an oxymoron

[@0kneelbeforezod0]

Tyler Shay True. But everyone is different. And Chomsky is a one for the ages kind of unique.

[@daniellemendes1371]

Thank you Professor Chomsky for giving your time to speak on this.

[@clarencekimes2341]

Mr.Noam Chomsky. With all do respect sir! As a Black father of 4 children 3 sons and 1 daughter. First I'd like to say thanks to you sir for your bravery and honestly. First and far most, secondly I'd like for you to know that i've been a supporter and kinda of a student of yours for many years. As will as each of my children of whom have a great deal of respect and admiration for you sir. Your research and contributions have had a transcending influence and impact in each of our lives in terms of information and political education for this entire family. I've hoped and prayed for many years that others such as yourself would come out with the facts and truth just as you've done, in an attempt to bring health, healing and recovery to this NATION. In conclusion i could go on and on in respect to your tremendous contribution to this NATION and my family's growth as well. In closing, on behalf of my family and myself we all would simply like to say thank you sir. We all pray for you and your family and that you continue to have a blissful and successful life. Thank You Sir.

[@osirisblue9415]

Perfectly put brother

[@clarencekimes2341]

@MisGuided Me I totally agree. Those changes are taking place right now i can only hope and pray that people of other nations will choose the right side of these changes. Strongly! Because the changes that are happening right now within the US will have an everlasting and global impact!

[@lesliestenta3084]

Our politicians have cut Medicaid and healthcare to bare bones before the pandemic. I worked in great hospital for 28 and in the last 1.5 years were a living hell. My hours were cut drastically and many staff were laid off and fired. I quit my unstable job and moved overseas. My total healthcare cost for my 2 years in Thailand has been $75 dollars. The expats I worked with couldn’t believe how expensive our healthcare is. One Thai lady said so, if you don’t have money to pay you die.Even in a third world country, there are government hospitals that they can go to and get taken care of at a reasonable price. We have 0 community acquired corona virus in 79 days in Thailand.

[@marcosAlcoforado]

Healtcare became unafordable because of Medicaid subsidies, excessive regulation and market monopoly of the American Doctor Associations. There are doctors all over the world crazy to come here and give services to people with much cheaper prices but they are not allowed to do so. And the government hospitals are not free. have you noticed how manufactured products are so expensive in Thailand ? There are taxes that creep in during all the production chain of the products. You don't see, but 40% to 50% of the price of the product is taxes. You pay for that hospital but just in another way. A way that you can't control, for a service that you can't choose. The government does that for you.

[@thomasyohannan7258]

The wealthiest country in the world must provide government public hospitals for those who cannot afford medical insurance. The situations in this country is very pathetic n sad in line with public health.

[@marcosAlcoforado]

@Flash Gordon True We don't need them, We could just live in caves. It doesn't matter if you are miserable as long as you have someone to take care of you. That is actually one of the arguments pro slavery before the civil war. "Our slaves don't need salary, We provide everything they need."

[@manofiske3318]

Oh shut up, you idiot.

[@Buckzoo2030]

A consequence of neoliberalism

[@robertprestwood1242]

Noam is so wonderful he knows so much about everything. He always knows how to communicate all the important information. Our US government is scary it is run so poorly.

[@sa-iw4dr]

Audio on Chomsky needs to be turned up HIGH, Noam is soft spoken.

[@ginokleisen8659]

Turn on subtitles it worked for me :)

[@sowzzzz7938]

@@ginokleisen8659 A lot of the time I find with subtitles on youtube, is they can sometimes be inaccurate. That is my only criticism concerning using subtitles.

[@turner11002000]

@@sowzzzz7938 Turning them on does change the output.

[@barrettincognito]

A linguist who doesn't speak loudly 🤔

[@bobbart4198]

For the record, a " Neoliberal " is NOT the same as a " Liberal " as I suspect more than a few people on these pages may think ... " a modified form of liberalism tending to favor free-market capitalism " is one explanation, but it can mean more ... Ronald Reagan was a good example - free (and unfettered) Capitalism, deregulation to help Business, AT THE EXPENSE of Worker's rights, pay rates, clean air and water Legislation and so much more. His British counterpart Margaret Thatcher did similar damage in England and the last Forty Years of major Corporate profit, went hand-in-hand with Wage Stagnation ... that AIN'T no Liberal, folks !

[@dajambo1]

You should explain the difference to self-proclaimed "liberals" who can't stop backing neoliberals.

[@bobbart4198]

@@dajambo1 A " Self-Proclaimed " anything is suspect to me. A real Liberal or Progressive PROVES what they are with actions, more often than words. Anyone who CONSISTENTLY backs only one kind of philosophy is only backing a sentiment - actions for the good are far more valuable than Philosophical Posturing ... in other words, we have to do more than just talk.

[@sowzzzz7938]

noam chomsky literally points this out all the time, he just didn't in this particular video. first off he describes Neo liberal as being not new and not liberal, and secondly he always talks about the ambiguity of political terms in general.

[@bobbart4198]

@@sowzzzz7938 He is a great man ... certainly one of my personal role-models.

[@bobbart4198]

@@humanbeing5300 And it's the result of conditioning ... it's been going on for decades. Unfortunately, Trump is very good at exploiting it.

[@kimwaldron2606]

He's always a breath of fresh air of rationality and it's unfortunate that not too many people are that rational

[@verycaring2387]

Thank you FCC & Professor Chomsky for teaching everyone that we all need each other ... AAAAALL AROUND THE WORLD! 🌿🌍☀🌎🌼🌏💗🌿

[@jordanguyot6293]

The guy is such a light in an all-too-dark world. My world view always seems a bit more lucid after listening to him speak. Hopefully he is around for a lot longer.

[@RussMcClay]

My word, Noam is still incredibly lucid and bright! Turn on cc and read along to really get a feel for this man's intelligence and insight.

[@PerpetualWalkerJoe]

I can learn more from Prof Chomsky in 1 hr than from the mainstream media in 3 mos.

[@kazilziya830]

Mr Chomsky is up in years now and upon the day of his death the people of the world will begin to feel the sting of his death. He is one of the foremost great thinkers of the 20th century and 21st century. This brilliant educator and scholar that we are fortunate to have at this point in history is irreplaceable as the voice of reason. Thank you Noam.

[@bigjook7629]

Noam Chomsky is a gift to a world in crisis, very few are a reservoir of wisdom as Chomsky is. Such a man is not without honour except in his own country and among his people. He should be numbered among the most senior members of the White House cabinet.

[@radiotec76]

No matter his age Chomsky's mind is as sharp as an obsidian blade.

[@MrFlinchenstein]

Valerian Steel

[@chispirispis22]

enough already... Noam is ready to take a rest of all these interviews and relax or contemplate for a while. I am infinitely grateful for all his input and contribution to this world and life.

[@ArizonaWillful]

Maybe he likes being interviewed. He is a natural teacher. He may be enjoying himself.

[@shellb1633]

'Love you Noam.

[@elainebowen5234]

NC, such a brave and intelligent man. Thank you professor.

[@bigjook7629]

Triple ditto.

[@donaldedward4951]

I am depressed that Mr. Chomsky's messages are heard by so few people.

[@shawnmemew4767]

We are the messengers. His is an important one. Are you spreading it?. I'm trying to illustrate it. The share button is no distance at all.

[@donaldedward4951]

@@shawnmemew4767 Yup, every chance I get. Family motto: Dyfal donc a dir y garreg Constant tapping will break the rock.

[@shawnmemew4767]

@@donaldedward4951 He's giving us hope. Peter Russell said the tipping point was 2012.

[@donaldedward4951]

@@shawnmemew4767 We'll have to handle it the best way we can. Vive l'anomie.

[@TubeNoName1]

The influencers do listen to him, the rest are only followers and do what they are told!

[@Moribus_Artibus]

America’s Cicero. Thank you professor! 🙏

[@greylady4818]

Thank you, Sir. 🌈

[@AlcvinRyuzenRamos]

Great analysis as usual, Professor Chomsky! You're the best!

[@elainebowen5234]

Thank you Professor...long may you live...

[@zeinelrez835]

This guy is an absolute savant in the study of human greed

[@bigjook7629]

Ditto.

[@verycaring2387]

AGREED😑🎀

[@steelyman08]

I've often wondered how much this man actually knows, but will not speak of. I'll bet it's volumes.

[@kimsherlock8969]

I love your mind Thankyou you have spoken to me so much-needed fact. I love you . You have given yourself to truth all your life.

[@sherryryczek4811]

Wow sush a wise and intelligent man and so humble.

[@Brett_S_420]

Long live Noam!!

[@julietrankin870]

This excellent man is so old and wise. You have to listen really closely to what he is saying. I do I'm not as well educated as him. But I treasure every word he says

[@tarnopol]

2:52 to cut to the chase, ie, first question.

[@nouha1995]

This mind should never fade away...true treasure

[@DrNancyLivingCoCreatively]

I am reading Anand Gighandas Winner Takes All. A best seller on how neoliberalism took over humanitarian issues.

[@stevenallen4992]

Excellent read

[@jakobtragardh]

Most informed comments from prof. Chomsky

[@raimonestanol8234]

Why is this not viral???

[@boxelder9167]

I watched him speak about the media in 2013 becoming junk and then to watch him now is fascinating. You can really see the decline and polarization when you look at the snapshots across time.

[@Ocram25]

This is crazy that someone is speaking about this!! Brilliant mind!!!!

[@lydialydian7510]

I love that man.

[@bigjook7629]

Ditto.

[@lydialydian7510]

THAT *Puppet Strings* TWO M**** F*****(s) ARE TOAST!!!, Noam Chomsky

[@bigjook7629]

@@lydialydian7510 I don't understand, please explain your posting.

[@lioneljaftha3473]

A brilliant mind. In biblical days he'd have called a prophet. Unfortunately the world will continue to ignore wisdom

[@luanabandeira-haag6031]

He doesn't believe the Bible.

[@lioneljaftha3473]

@@luanabandeira-haag6031 Perhaps. Did the people at the time believe the biblical prophets. No. If they did would the world be in the state it is now?NO!!! That is the point I'm making. Humans don't heed the wise unless the wise are long dead. Shalom

[@luanabandeira-haag6031]

@@lioneljaftha3473 I did get your point. It just doesn't make sense to believe the Bible and, at the same time, consider this con artist, full of sophisms, a trustworthy "scientist".

[@lioneljaftha3473]

@@luanabandeira-haag6031 Don't understand how you associate the ability to read the bible with con artist and being intelligent but I guess we don't share an opinion on Noam. No worries. To each he's own.

[@mirapilates]

She asks about his background as linguist in terms of a political question. She must be unfamiliar with him. He usually almost always says his background as a linguist has almost nothing to do with his political opinions.

[@MarieInnes]

She sure did sound unfamiliar with him!

[@malikialgeriankabyleswag4200]

Almost nothing.. That doesnt mean it doesnt factor into his analysis of things.. Especially since so much of the oratory tradition is a main part of any politicians life..

[@malikialgeriankabyleswag4200]

And why is it better in your view to be able to regurgitate another mans thoughts so accurately 😂 Do you worship him or something

[@mirapilates]

Clips on Clips wooooah, where did that come from? If you have the most basic familiarity with Chomsky ,you'll understand what I mean. Have you never heard of him?

[@malikialgeriankabyleswag4200]

@@mirapilates You're doing it again 🤦‍♂️ I met him at Swansea Uni.. Read a book or two listened to some lectures. Most politics is theatrics.. And oration was the main part for the majority of time.. Why wouldnt a linguist be interested in that aspect

[@iainjohnson1235]

Surprised to hear Eric’s laid back intro and accent. Not surprised by Noam’s take on the current situation. Still an uncompromising fierce intellect. We need more like him.

[@mnvia05]

Why don't people leave this guy alone? He has given to us viable solutions for our past, present, and future problems and nobody does anything towards fixing anything. People with money control everything and we make believe if we listen to solutions given to us by GREAT scholars all our problems will go away!! ACTIONS are needed, but our hands are tied! So What NOW!!!

[@kittypurrdie9084]

You sir are on point! I completely agree with you.

[@kimb2582]

Noam, you are an absolute legend. It is an honor every time I get to hear you speak.

[@JoJo-bx5qy]

HE IS THE MAN WHO STILL CARES TO BE A DECENT HUMAN BEING ❤

[@yansuyansu6913]

Thanks for sharing the video my friend

[@scottyb3349]

100 SECONDS FROM DESTRUCTION !!! (30 mins in) . Time for a drink

[@judithlevi5580]

All the cable news and media say it's dangerous. I can't relate to the details that Mr Chomsky states.

[@judithlevi5580]

I have witnessed fake news on both Sides.

[@judithlevi5580]

I don't agree Bye Bye

[@artkidolee2162]

What a brilliant mind!

[@kenelkind117]

Because of our outrageous circumstances, we need a miracle, or two!! The only way we can manifest this is to unite humanity as technology has allowed, musically! Groovism is the belief system that will get everybody to Be as One! Entraining the planet, is the first step of evolution!

[@5amsound]

Are you talking about writing songs with revolutionary messages?

[@maryross3834]

thank you Noam

[@julietrankin870]

This is my second time listening to this conversation

[@shermanmoody2956]

A great teacher

[@coreygodofall1]

Hero ♥️

[@EzekielDBarrett]

Our man Chomsky, despite still being as lucid, sobering, and rational as ever, is slowly morphing into Teebeard

[@server1ok]

Step 1. Ask a question to Chomsky. Step 2. Listen, wait awhile and realize that the Universe is infinite or indistinguishable from infinity. Step 3. Go to bed.

[@DrNancyLivingCoCreatively]

My prediction: w Russian help he will win and if statistical modeling is correct, we under trump will continue to vascilate and by December reach 233k new deaths. Bless him for supporting stimulus. And continued quarantine. Obama sadly bought in to neoliberalism. I am now reading Anand Girihandas, Winner takes All. Noam, my sister studied you in the 70s but never finished, became a carpenter. I went on much further. You dear man, are a National Treasure in my view.

[@rocantenrocanten4150]

ты знаешь что такое россия? и что там происходит?

[@DrNancyLivingCoCreatively]

@@rocantenrocanten4150 I think I have a petty good idea as I have heard reports from citizens and I find you "channel" interesting. Wonder why you do not use English here?

[@rodrigoroa6753]

it's such a pathetic way deflect responsibility to blame it all on the russians, instead of the democratic party acknowledging and working on their own mistakes that allowed trump to become president, he may very welll be on the way out but his base will still be there. How come american socio political conditions produced such an aberrant movement to come to power? blaming it all on Russia won't solve that question.

[@natalieemtage929]

Linguistics influence and middle east politics are unique and true. Thanks for studying Noam. You save us time. Narrow it down and nail heavy topics. Policys definately cause deaths, shambles and pandemics. You are so right about profit making institutions. Also governments being the problem ( totally unaccountable to the public ) and corporations is so true. Wow. U r neato.

[@Dave-nm8uf]

Mr. Chomsky is something else I tell you.

[@Dave-nm8uf]

@@RobertIsraelKabakoff I hope I can take that as a positive from you. If not, I feel sorry for you sir.

[@michaelfoley3777]

If people in power "ever wishes to get back in to the real state on this leaking boat;"we would all be able to go on further? Sincerely Michael Foley Esq :

[@theurbanemporium204]

God bless this man.

[@OgWoot]

How did I not see this?

[@ninersnation2364]

Crazy how there is barley any negative comments, dudes a beast.

[@numuves]

I have a similar viewpoint as Chomsky and I make vids straight outta China.

[@ninersnation2364]

@@numuves What is your channel?

[@NIPSZ]

At what point does he talk about Mitch McConnell and Trump in Maralago in the future? Was that in this video or a different vid?

[@geoffgriffiths3381]

Is there anything at all that the US is doing these days that is making the world a better place, anything?

[@soraroxas60]

no

[@MikePuorro]

Requiem For the American Dream is Mr. Chomsky's best and definitive work on the real power structure of the U.S. More people need to see it.

[@MikePuorro]

@Cluster Foxtrot It must be nice to be so small minded as to think one group of people is the cause of all the world's problems. That way you never have have to worry yourself over real issues. Have fun feeding your ignorance and pet hates while thinking people investigate what's really going on.

[@lindalalisan4708]

Thank you

[@jayhooey9961]

I love you Grandpa Noam!

[@abrigoadolfo2593]

Did anyone catch the name of the Hong Kong economist currently making a study of world wealth and who holds it? Also, if anyone has details of his upcoming book book, I'd be happy to know details.

[@currentmindset5186]

I'm watching this in November 2020. The body count is around a quarter million.

[@catythatzall4now]

Oh my goodness, professor will you do me the honor of letting me assist you in cracking this case wide open?

[@ari7610]

god bless noam chomsky

[@bobo0202]

Change playback speed to 1.25. Your welcome

[@RustinChole]

Thank you sir.

[@phillylifer]

He will somehow keep doing this after he dies. How he keeps this up is mystifying.

[@sowzzzz7938]

one thing that bothered me about this video, I basically watch all videos chomsky speaks in, is the audio. I don't know if it's possible to kind of equalize it better or something. but he's so quiet and then she's so loud & I have really bad tinnitus and hearing sensitivity so it almost makes the video unbearable and annoying to constantly turn down the volume and then back up.

[@ginokleisen8659]

Turn on English subtitles that really helped for me! :)

[@voidisyinyangvoidisyinyang885]

Noam Chomsky is 90 years plus. What were you saying again?

[@fradsig]

@@ginokleisen8659 THANK YOU SO MUCH! What a fabulous suggestion xx

[@pablobrown3516]

An amazing Man the World could learn a lot from 🎃

[@ithajean]

I have been asking this for months. Is there anyone that will be able to replace Chomsky? Names please?

[@svendbosanvovski4241]

Do read David Quammen's brilliant book Spillover. Written in 2012, he ends by considering the certainty of the Next Big One (NBO). That was 8 years ago!

[@michaelweaver6067]

countries can either cooperate or compete with one another

[@tarnopol]

I love the disclaimer at the beginning. Let me translate it: "We know China is in control now: please, for the love of God, don't blame us for what Chomsky says!"

[@focusconcentration8]

China has the right to be in control of its own city, regardless of what western imperialists have to say.

[@tarnopol]

@@focusconcentration8 One subscriber since 2011. Bot.

[@robross7401]

A 20th-21st century saint...at least in liberation theology terms

[@dajvrana6169]

Long live Profesor

[@stevenmarkhansen]

love U noam❣️

[@mrscavayeah7453]

Can anyone help me understand how there’s no risk of inflation or other economic consequences if the US is printing money with virtually no limit? Not a troll!! I am genuinely curious about expanding my knowledge here because I hear a lot about people panicking about inflation and the value of the dollar.

[@2pacalypse163]

The last great man

[@cjbotes1663]

Ok I have over mmn 18 books, several videos, notes, commentaries, etc. on from and on Prof Chomsky. I will admit that he is a poetic Lecturer. I will concur that he is an Encyclopedia or 2 of vast empirical knowledge. I have a synopsis on the Prof and I can note the following: Democracy A-Z I have him almost 80% against it. On IT he is not in his element. His constant Interaction on future and past occurrences Is Insightful and he pulls his empirical knowledge through the span of Time, The anachronism, seems to be not applicable when he discusses historical timelines, as it's presented as I have the T-shirts type of nuances. He is known to figuratively and almost lyrically poetically give 6 different takes on for instance liberalism or ..., BUT Negatively and Bitterness isn't far away in his submissions. To elaborate on good, positive, entertaining, insightful ideas, maybe permeate on them, increase his value as a critical evaluator and an entrepreneurial exponent of data, would have had him followed by at least a million view and an insightful "leader' of his field. Often we find more charismatic, insightful, alternative thinkers that bring out the Best in others. Prof Chomsky doesn't live up to these standards. His academic Insight and different nuances Insight still makes him "applicable" but alas limited so. If he had his knowledge, share it with insight and alternatives, reflecting on possible actions to follow, noting worthwhile attempts (sometimes does) enhance the efforts of others and their applications, what we can learn from them and what is bad examples and traits, I for one would be hooked and appreciate his knowledge and the vast array of applications. He himself is constantly bitter and doesn't recognize a basic human quality. The Good and Bad in every human. His essay doesn't reflect that. Negativity via the actions is frequent, without adding, discussing, or alleviating the data, to ensure we learn what it is, (yes) what it can be in the different applications and fields, what it should be, and why (his knowledge would have catapulted him to an expert for the objective markers and general public, But instead he comes over as a "professor" having vast knowledge, limitedly shared, as he would be found out of his depth of certain matters, and so what, its human, no one can know all, but his serious lack of interactive positive and negatives whiles just one-eyed slam or downplay activities and actions, is tough, really tough for me to accept and to appreciate him as who he CAN be. He leaves me empty, like yes, I heard a thorough terminology explanation and historical references, Identifiers, and applications, but no soul. No reference to the good in action, how it could have done more or less, how it can be applied over and across various applicational fields of economics. No zest, if you analyze it. In this particular lecture/talk I'm really discontent. Facts aren't chronological, secure, and out of his depth and or expertise. There is some false accusations, un fact-checked facts - being asked something OUT of your comfort zone, expected your "Plato" to add to the fray some new insights, or see if there is across the different perspectives some interaction, similarities, and common applications of economical and political values That can from a historical point be debated and applications/applicability found. Sadly missed out. On Covid, the governments' reactions, Timelines, and positives /negatives, a who dun it and where, what, how, who can do something about the current political, global, and the USA Interactions and activities to have or secure a better outcome. If you're out of your depth, ask what the topics would be and use your strengths to first understand, analyze the field and applications, "anticipate the General Questions, the relativistic Questions as to why YOU specifically would have been asked to comment, what insightful detail you gathered and the applications after analysis to make it clear for the listener (his strong point), and then note on possible speculative outcomes given a scenario or 3. On 2000 he was surely out of his depth and the stumbling around to surmise a relatively applicable answer was sad to see, and I blamed the fact that he doesn't want to admit "defeat"? when he doesn't or can't significantly speculate on the topic, BUT he can add that if this is like this, then that, or like that, then this or that can occur. On Covid, and the Republicans, Trump, etc. he is out of his depth. Sadly. He has never favoured any Political leader except maybe a point or 2 about Obama (the dreamer). Devoid of emotional consciousness thus he isn't. Maybe he just doesn't like certain 'Political and economical figures" and that comes over into "makes Jack such a sad boy". He is busy losing it. If I have to be frank and also have candour.

[@wasanaljbory7373]

Love you

[@leealexander3507]

I favor getting rid of nuclear weapons entirely then work on climate change together.

[@pamelajoyce91]

THE MAN!!!!!!!!!

[@maxclover50]

Great interview, pity about the audio.

[@maxclover50]

@Flash Gordon Nothing wrong with my speakers, which are actually Sennheiser 650 headphones. The interviewer is so much louder than Chomsky that if I want to hear what he's saying I have to constantly ride the volume or get my head blown off whenever she talks.

[@CarlosCanoe]

Good talk, as always. Noam mentioned a Hong Kong economist who recently wrote a book and concluded that US-based multi-nationals own 50% of th world's wealth. It sounded like he called this person "John Stars" but I could not find such a person. Anybody got the correct name of tis author/economist?

[@hklinker]

It’s this guy (Sean, not John). And I think he gets little attention in Hong Kong. www.cityu.edu.hk/ais/OurTeam_StaffProfile_Grid.aspx?username=skstarrs

[@thomashall4232]

Still the calm quiet reasonable man.

[@psivil.disobedience]

American here, I agree with almost everything Professor Chomsky said, he was slightly off on the Jesus is returning population... it’s 48%.😕

[@Hanfgurkenhasser]

That's still 48% too many.

[@egrono1]

This is off subject, but the guy in the opening looks and sounds like Mike Myers doing an impression of his father.

[@Axecapoeiracomoxvalley]

Another good question is... where are China and Russia’s Covid test results now?!!

[@艺术人生]

have you ever read anything about China and by China? haven't the West had enough China-bashing campaigns for you to tell right from wrong? but we ourselves have all the updates and analyses of the test results and the disease itself every day here in China including HK and Macao. by the way, we travel around the country, dine out every day and night after the lift of the lockdown half a year ago, but with a face mask of course! thank you!

[@kell2640]

The Old deserve no inherent respect, yet demand it. The great arrogance, and great reduction of the worth of respect, is the assumption of the elderly that their years, whatever they do with them, grant them wisdom. Every year holds the potential for increased wisdom, but may easily be left to waste, and garner no wiseness at all. If you wish to have respect from the young, you must show that your years are not just numbers, but testaments to your sagacity. Though First World populations are ageing, there are few elders these days... but there are some. Noam is a wise old man, and he has my utmost respect. 91 years! Congratulations!