Imperial Prophet & The Hand That Feeds

Imperial Prophet: 100 Swan Songs
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The Hand That Feeds
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This video is definitely not a comeback or anything; but, with everything going on in the world lately, I wanted to provide a couple of short literary pieces that highlight upon and summarize the history of US imperial ambitions and how that power is used to ensure the continual production of corporate profit for an elite sector of society through the process of exploitation, propaganda, political corruption, and mass oppression.
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This movie scene seemed fitting to include:
Nixon (1995) (Director's Cut) - Nixon visits Richard Helms - • Nixon (1995) HQ "Do yo...
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Commenting on a users' questions:
The key to learning and becoming a lifelong learner is to find something that interests you, which you can meaningfully invest time into. It has to do with being intrinsically motivated (as opposed to being solely extrinsically motivated, which is linked to external rewards and other behavioral forms reinforcement, typically done through operant conditioning). There's no linear path or formula to follow. One thing leads to another over time. Every tree (with all of its various branches and limbs and leaves and fruits) once started out as a small seed. The key to learning is making sure you have some nurturing soil to sprout out of. Ultimately, this means finding a nurturing environment that focuses on your own meaningful interests and endeavors. But don't try to force yourself to sprout too soon! The adequate time needed to turn into a tree must be taken; and patience is a natural part of the process. There is no real secret to understanding, nor any code to crack. As is the case for children, mental development mirrors physical development in this sense. Again, adequate time must be taken. Similarly, there is no proper path to follow. Though people can be similar, no two people are completely the same. Differences drive people along different paths while similarities cause them to share a brief stroll. You ultimately wander out into the world, getting lost along the way, adventuring to places that align with your own self-interests. And, hopefully, through all of that adventuring, you come to acquire some insight and understanding based on what you've experienced and seen.
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I was a big fan of McClelland tobaccos when I first started pipe smoking. I was pretty upset when they decided to close up shop; but, it helped me branch out and try a lot of different blends I otherwise wouldn't have. The closest blend I found to the Frog Morton series was Sutliff's Eastfarthing. Reminded me a lot of Frog Morton's Cellar.

[@sosu6227]

OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO I know this isn't your comeback, but still awesome to see you upload again, even if it's just an ad for your new text :'')

[@MrCJCala]

Thank you kindly! ^_^ This video is definitely not a comeback or anything; but, with everything going on in the world lately, I wanted to provide a couple of short literary pieces that highlight upon and summarize the history of US imperial ambitions and how that power is used to ensure the continual production of corporate profit for an elite sector of society through the process of exploitation, propaganda, political corruption, and mass oppression. Take care and best blessings!

[@eo-LEC-]

Glad you came back to share this writing, it's a good one

[@MrCJCala]

Thanks for reading. Glad you enjoyed! ^_^

[@adriansaker4058]

Hi C J Cala, Really enjoy your channel. I don't think anyone has such a strong reading of Lands work. The associations and links you make in the essays are excellent and provide other jumping off points for creative thought.

[@MrCJCala]

Glad that they're helpful, and thank you for the kind comment! ^_^

[@gregmagical7954]

You have an incredible gift, and a very unique vibe; would love to see you speak with Dr. Jorjani one day, should fortune favor us all;

[@MrCJCala]

Always happy to appease a fellow pipe smoker. I'd be an interesting discussion, for sure. Cheers! ^_^

[@gregmagical7954]

@@MrCJCala Of course Our Cala, My personal Arcadia used to be Frog Morton on the Bayou. Until it went as a thing of the past; nowadays I buy organic leaves and shred them myself! Your material connects many things, and the mental agility and deftness tobacco brings is a needed item.

[@MrCJCala]

@@gregmagical7954 I was a big fan of McClelland tobaccos when I first started pipe smoking. I was pretty upset when they decided to close up shop; but, it helped me branch out and try a lot of different blends I otherwise wouldn't have. The closest blend I found to the Frog Morton series was Sutliff's Eastfarthing. Reminded me a lot of Frog Morton's Cellar. Thanks for the kind comment! Take care. ^_^

[@user-lu7ek3wd7q]

Hi, I stumbled across your channel from the Foucault & Agamben video. I'm a high school student trying to get into philosophy and political theory but don't really know where to start. My knowledge is really fragmented because of this-I know some Marx, some Derrida, etc. but don't actually have a comprehensive understanding of theory and philosophy. I really like the stuff I learn but don't have an idea of where to start. Your channel is great and you obviously know a lot of esoteric philosophy and theory. I was wondering if you could tell me where to start with this stuff and how to eventually come to know so much. Do you have any material? Any books to start with? A timeline of what I should learn? Anything would help, thank you so much.

[@MrCJCala]

The key to learning and becoming a lifelong learner is to find something that interests you, which you can meaningfully invest time into. It has to do with being intrinsically motivated (as opposed to being solely extrinsically motivated, which is linked to external rewards and other behavioral forms reinforcement, typically done through operant conditioning). There's no linear path or formula to follow. One thing leads to another over time. Every tree (with all of its various branches and limbs and leaves and fruits) once started out as a small seed. The key to learning is making sure you have some nurturing soil to sprout out of. Ultimately, this means finding a nurturing environment that focuses on your own meaningful interests and endeavors. But don't try to force yourself to sprout too soon! The adequate time needed to turn into a tree must be taken; and patience is a natural part of the process. There is no real secret to understanding, nor any code to crack. As is the case for children, mental development mirrors physical development in this sense. Again, adequate time must be taken. Similarly, there is no proper path to follow. Though people can be similar, no two people are completely the same. Differences drive people along different paths while similarities cause them to share a brief stroll. You ultimately wander out into the world, getting lost along the way, adventuring to places that align with your own self-interests. And, hopefully, through all of that adventuring, you come to acquire some insight and understanding based on what you've experienced and seen. Hope this helps. Best blessings! ^_^

[@genbab6989]

CJ Cala my reading list is already so long. You can’t do this to me 😅

[@MrCJCala]

LOL. ^_^ They're both short reads, I assure you. Only about 90 pages or so when combined. Plus it's all arranged in verse. Hope you enjoy the read!