Yeah Nah Pasaran! Alex Newhouse on Militant Accelerationism
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Dec 8, 2022 Alex Newhouse, the Technical Director of the Accelerationism Research Consortium, dives deep into the unsettling world of militant accelerationism. He discusses how this extremist ideology seeks to exacerbate social divides and incite chaos, aiming for an apocalyptic vision. Newhouse reveals the historical ties to eco-fascism and the influence of online networks in radicalizing individuals. The conversation also touches on the challenges in countering these extremist groups and the troubling impact of occultism within far-right movements. It's a thought-provoking exploration of modern extremism.
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Prescribing Networks
- Prescribing extremist groups is challenging when the groups themselves become less important than the underlying networks.
- A potential solution is to target the entire network, even without a clear command structure.
Occultism's Influence
- Occultism and esotericism have a strong influence on the higher ideologue level of accelerationist communities.
- Many accelerationists engage with occultist literature, viewing it as a step in their radicalization process.
Platform Specialization
- Different online platforms serve specific niches for accelerationist activities.
- Telegram is key for propaganda, while Signal and Wire are used for recruitment and operations.