Anglofuturism Now & England, The Anti-Catastrophe League, and Neo-Elizabethan Allegations
Aug 14, 2025
Tom and Calum humorously celebrate their journey over 25 discussions, reflecting on the surprising influence of their ideas on political figures. They tackle accusations of nostalgia and critique radical change movements, questioning their authenticity. The hosts dive into concepts of geoengineering and the ambitious Anti-Catastrophe League, while exploring the implications of the new Elizabethan age birthed by innovative agencies. They blend light-hearted anecdotes with pressing concerns, creating an engaging discourse on history, identity, and existential risks.
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Agency Over Systemic Fatalism
- Tom and Calum contrast the academic preference for systemic explanations with Anglo‑futurism's emphasis on individual agency.
- They argue restoring agency is necessary to change Britain's perceived decline trajectory.
Founders Need Infrastructure
- They distinguish 'great man' history from 'great founder' theory, emphasising institutional infrastructure not just singular leaders.
- Calum warns a single charismatic leader without local networks cannot deliver durable reform.
Prepare Institutions Before Power
- Build advance planning institutions to help an incoming government seize the machinery of the state.
- Support organisations like Fix Britain to increase policy capacity and deliver reforms quickly.
