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Podcast: The NeoLiberal Round
Episode: The Prey and the Predator: Understanding Human and Animal Responses to Conflict, by Renaldo McKenzie
Description: The NeoLiberal - In the complex and fraught arena of conflict, the dynamics between predator and prey often mirror those seen in the natural world. When attacked and cornered, the instinctive responses of fright, flight,
or fight come to the fore. This fundamental survival mechanism, ingrained in both humans and animals, shapes the course of conflicts and wars.
On October 7th, 2023, the world witnessed a tragic
escalation of violence as Hamas launched a deadly attack on Israel, resulting in the loss of hundreds of Israeli lives. Hamas justified this action as resistance to occupation and years of...