Dynamics of Power - Resistance and Alternatives
Community-based economic models
Successful pushback against corporate power
Democratic reforms that have worked
Introduction
Hello, Ivy here,
We are on the final video Podcast series relating to Power Dynamics and exploring Resistance and Alternatives to all decisions being made by and for the benefit of Elites and Oligarchs positions, as opposed to the wishes of the Electorate. Power being implied and exerted on other nations that certain Heads of State wish to forcibly grab and make another State in the USA. We looked at media and how that has faired over decades, and where it is now, and the way power is used to persuade/brainwash etc. Last week we explored the Human Cost and we see that all around us in various parts of the world, and def in the USA right now, and yesterday an Elected UK official whose Party is not in power currently, basically stood up at a political event and gave a...
SGUK Ep 154
Dynamics of Power – The Human Cost
Introduction
"The Role of Power in Society: Theories and Examples"
August 29, 2020
“Power is a word derived from the Latin word, potere that means, “to be able”. The sociologist Max Weber defined power as the ability to bring about a desired outcome, even when opposed by others. This article discusses the three different sociological theories of power, followed by the importance of power in everyday life. It concludes with a section on the various political, cultural and economic uses of power”.
The Pluralist Model
This model is based on the functionalist approach of sociology. Power is said to be held by a number of groups within society that compete with each other for control over resources and influence. This is most commonly found in democratic systems of government because no one group is able to dominate over all others due to a system of checks and balances. The political process of competition for power is supervised by the government and thus functional...
SGUK Episode 153 6th April 2025
The Media Tools of Control
Introduction
Join me as I take on the challenge of visualizing the complex concept of 'Media Tools of Control' in a few quotations and reports trying to clarify how the media gets their stories across! Media tools of control are all around us, shaping our perceptions, influencing our decisions, and impacting our daily lives in profound ways. They're the unseen forces that govern the information we consume, and it's essential to understand their relevance in today's society.
Recognizing these tools can be a daunting task, as they often operate beneath the surface of our awareness. Media tools of control have become so ingrained in our culture that we frequently overlook their presence, let alone their influence. The impact they have on our lives is substantial, from the way we form opinions to the actions we take. Our daily lives are filled with examples of media tools at work, from the advertisements we see...
