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Today on The Survival Podcast we will discuss the 7 most common traits of past empires that eventually led up to their collapse.  We will also discuss how every single one of them is clearly visible in the American empire of today.

Many bristle when we say that America is in fact an empire. This is because term “empire” traditionally conjures images of expansive territorial domains ruled by a central authority, often gained and maintained through conquest. While the United States does not fit this classical definition of an empire, it does exert a form of imperial influence globally through other means.  American maintains its empire today via 7 key methods that mirror empires of the past adapted to a form of “sort tyranny” vs. the hard tyranny of the past.

And sadly like past empires the end always eventually comes as society decays over time and those in power seek more to maintain power than solve the problems of society.

Join me Today to Discuss….

• An experiment with a “Mouse Utopia” that eerily sounds a lot like America today – video I mentioned
• Why I say that America is in fact an Empire
  • Economic Dominance: World’s largest economy; dominant currency. – link
  • Military Presence Globally: Extensive network of overseas bases. – link
  • Cultural Influence: Global spread of American media and culture.
  • Political and Diplomatic Influence: Key player in international institutions.
  • Technological Leadership: Leads in key tech sectors globally.
  • Control Over Global Commons: Dominates digital and space domains.
  • Soft Power: Influences globally through culture and ideals.
• The 7 Commonalities of Empire Collapse
  • Financial Breaking Point: Escalating expenses ultimately overwhelm empire finances.
  • Internal Division or Power Struggles: Divisions weaken political stability.
  • Environmental Changes and Famine: Climate and famines disrupt economies.
  • Epidemic Diseases: Disease outbreaks diminish population and functionality.
  • Uncontrollable Population Movements: Migrations and invasions destabilize regions.
  • Failing States and Increased Warfare: Internal conflicts lead to collapse.
  • Collapse of Trade Routes: Disrupted trade routes exacerbate economic crises.
• 7 Things We can do to Protect Ourselves
  • Diversify Investments: Spread assets across classes and regions.
  • Build Community Ties: Engage in local groups and governance.
  • Develop Self-Sufficiency: Learn skills like gardening and home repair.
  • Stay Informed: Monitor economic and political trends.
  • Emergency Preparedness: Maintain essential supplies and plans.
  • Enhance Career Flexibility: Develop transferable skills and remote work capabilities.
  • Improve Health Literacy: Understand and maintain personal and family health care.
• Final Thoughts – There is nothing we can do to stop history, we can only adapt to it
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• TSPC Group on Telegram (group chat)
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• Jack on MeWe
• Join Me on Odysee
• All My Recommend Bitcoin Tools and Resources
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