Edge of Armageddon
Robert Enochs
"Edge of Armageddon: The Imminent Nuclear Consequence,” discover the gripping narrative that explores the intricate dance of dominance and diplomacy on the world stage. The stakes? The survival of civilization as we know it. Delve into the heart of modern hegemony where power, strategy, and an ever-looming threat come together in a chilling symphony of international relations.
In Chapter 1, take a deep dive into the concept of hegemony, tracing the ascent of American power and its entanglement with nuclear capability. In Chapter 2, the evolution of nuclear diplomacy unfolds, revealing the journey from deterrence to disarmament and raising the question: how close are we really to the latter?
An insightful analysis of the US dollar's decline is explained in Chapter 3, unearthing the repercussions of waning economic dominance in the face of emerging challenges. In Chapter 4, the intertwining of oil and economics becomes ever more apparent, presenting the birth of the petrodollar and the shift towards a multipolar currency dynamic.
The book is as timely as it is sobering, challenging readers to ponder on the erosion of American supremacy in Chapter 5. Are we witnessing the decline of an empire? The question grows more potent as you examine the cost of military might and the perilous dance with nuclear proliferation laid bare in subsequent chapters. In a world fraught with rogue states and blurred lines of conflict, from cyber warfare to environmental catastrophe.
As you arrive at the conclusive parts of the book, paths of diplomacy and grassroots movements are explained to present the potential for stepping back from the abyss. This book is a must-read for anyone who dares to understand the fragility of our current geopolitical landscape and the ray of light needed to steer us away from a nuclear precipice.
Duration - 13h 23m.
Author - Robert Enochs.
Narrator - James Wilson.
Published Date - Monday, 15 January 2024.
Copyright - © 2024 Robert Enochs ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
"Edge of Armageddon: The Imminent Nuclear Consequence,” discover the gripping narrative that explores the intricate dance of dominance and diplomacy on the world stage. The stakes? The survival of civilization as we know it. Delve into the heart of modern hegemony where power, strategy, and an ever-looming threat come together in a chilling symphony of international relations. In Chapter 1, take a deep dive into the concept of hegemony, tracing the ascent of American power and its entanglement with nuclear capability. In Chapter 2, the evolution of nuclear diplomacy unfolds, revealing the journey from deterrence to disarmament and raising the question: how close are we really to the latter? An insightful analysis of the US dollar's decline is explained in Chapter 3, unearthing the repercussions of waning economic dominance in the face of emerging challenges. In Chapter 4, the intertwining of oil and economics becomes ever more apparent, presenting the birth of the petrodollar and the shift towards a multipolar currency dynamic. The book is as timely as it is sobering, challenging readers to ponder on the erosion of American supremacy in Chapter 5. Are we witnessing the decline of an empire? The question grows more potent as you examine the cost of military might and the perilous dance with nuclear proliferation laid bare in subsequent chapters. In a world fraught with rogue states and blurred lines of conflict, from cyber warfare to environmental catastrophe. As you arrive at the conclusive parts of the book, paths of diplomacy and grassroots movements are explained to present the potential for stepping back from the abyss. This book is a must-read for anyone who dares to understand the fragility of our current geopolitical landscape and the ray of light needed to steer us away from a nuclear precipice. Duration - 13h 23m. Author - Robert Enochs. Narrator - James Wilson. Published Date - Monday, 15 January 2024. Copyright - © 2024 Robert Enochs ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:10:06
Introduction
Duration:01:29:51
The Concept of Hegemony in the Modern World
Duration:01:03:16
Historical Dominance and the Rise of American Power
Duration:04:27:25
Hegemony in the Nuclear Age
Duration:05:17:19
The Evolution of Nuclear Diplomacy
Duration:01:19:13
From Deterrence to Disarmament - A Brief History
Duration:04:30:44
Current Nuclear Powers and Policies
Duration:05:29:55
The Decline of the US Dollar as the Worlds Reserve Currency
Duration:01:18:44
The Bretton Woods System and its Aftermath
Duration:06:07:21
Emerging Challenges to the Dollars Dominance
Duration:04:30:16
Petrodollar Warfare the Intersection of Oil and Economics
Duration:01:21:32
The Birth of the Petrodollar
Duration:04:46:36
Towards a Multipolar Currency Dynamic
Duration:04:18:17
The Erosion of American Economic Supremacy
Duration:01:17:34
Globalization and its Discontents
Duration:06:05:02
The Rise of Competing Economies
Duration:04:37:48
Military Might and the Cost of Defense
Duration:00:58:31
The Pentagons Global Footprint
Duration:05:19:33
The Burden of Military Spending
Duration:04:50:21
Nuclear Proliferation and the Risk of Armageddon
Duration:01:24:37
Rogue States and Non State Actors
Duration:04:33:52
The Thin Red Line of Rationality
Duration:03:56:34
Flashpoints of Conflict From Cold War to Cyber War
Duration:01:09:14
Traditional Theaters of Conflict
Duration:05:39:30
The Digital Battlefield and its Consequences
Duration:04:58:43
Signs of a Collapsing Empire
Duration:01:18:10
Political Turbulence and Social Unrest
Duration:05:00:46
The Environmental Costs of Maintaining Hegemony
Duration:05:55:45
Global Reactions to American Decline
Duration:01:27:04
Shifting Alliances and the Search for Stability
Duration:04:52:05
The UN and International Response to Crisis
Duration:05:18:25
The Final Countdown - Scenarios of Escalation
Duration:01:12:12
Case Studies of Near Misses
Duration:06:02:36
Simulating the Unthinkable - War Games and Predictions
Duration:05:27:52
Preventing the Unthinkable - Pathways Away From the Edge
Duration:01:20:18
Diplomacy and International Treaties
Duration:05:28:49
Grassroots Movements and the Voice of the People
Duration:05:13:29
Averting Disaster Through Global Cooperation
Duration:05:42:28
Timeline of Key Historical Nuclear Events
Duration:03:29:41
List of International Nuclear Treaties and Agreements
Duration:04:26:33
Acknowledgments
Duration:01:03:11
About the Author
Duration:02:41:22
Ending Credits
Duration:00:21:08