Big T is a really good example of Nationalism vs Patriotism

Big T loves to idealize America, this hasn't been subtle since day 1 of the pod. But it's pretty entertaining to see him try to justify why America is objectively the best country in the world and proceed to use very generalized talking points that other countries also possess. He also tries to bolster America by putting down other developed countries. Billy does it to an extent as well but its apparent he at least understands where America falls short on a lot. Big T thinking America is the greatest country on this planet and every other country is a hellscape is just pure nationalism, but he tries to cover it up by suggesting its patriotism. Loving your country is one thing, but the blind superiority he has for America over every other country is interesting to listen to. Would love to hear an honest long-form discussion as to why he thinks America is better than every country at seemingly everything and him try to reason why we are outranked in a lot of important populace things in developed countries outside of just warfare (citizen health, lifespan, infant mortality, education level, etc.)

I enjoy him on the pod because him and Arian have good banter. They are just opposite sides of the aisle of each other, just as popularly informed but not very academically informed on a lot. It usually devolves into Arian and/or Big T getting condescending without really presenting facts, but its something that I enjoy about the pod! Just have noticed this and wanted to share!

Also PFT silently underrated for one of the smartest people at the company, if not THE smartest.

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