Noam Chomsky on activism and climate change.

A few weeks ago, I had the immense pleasure and privilege of speaking with one of the most influential figures of our time, a personal hero and an icon for those who champion social justice: Noam Chomsky. I must admit, I was a bit nervous before the conversation began, but at 94 years of age, Noam's boundless kindness, brilliance, and understanding quickly put me at ease.

Noam Chomsky's contributions to the fields of linguistics, philosophy, cognitive science, and political activism are unparalleled. His groundbreaking work in linguistics revolutionized our understanding of language and the human mind. At the same time, his political writings and activism have shed light on crucial issues such as power structures, media bias, and social inequality. Throughout his career, Chomsky has fearlessly spoken truth to power, inspiring generations to question the status quo and work towards a more just and equitable world.

Engaging in a conversation with someone of Chomsky's calibre was an incredible honour. I found myself captivated by his insights, humor, and unwavering commitment to the pursuit of truth and justice. Despite his countless accolades and global renown, Chomsky remains a humble and approachable individual, always ready to lend his voice to the causes that matter most.

Parts of this conversation will be featured in our upcoming podcast, "The Green Revolution - A Survival Guide for Humanity." While I, unfortunately, recorded the video in low resolution, the quality of the recording does not diminish the thrill and significance of speaking with someone whose legacy will undoubtedly endure for generations to come.

Noam Chomsky - text by Christian Garland

Noam Chomsky (December 7, 1928) is a US political theorist, activist, and institute linguistics professor. Besides his work in linguistics, Chomsky is internationally recognized as one of the most critically engaged public intellectuals alive today. Chomsky continues to be an unapologetic critic of American foreign policy and its ambitions for geopolitical hegemony and the neoliberal turn of global capitalism, which he identifies as class warfare waged from above against the needs and interests of the great majority.

Chomsky is also an incisive critic of the ideological role of the mainstream corporate mass media, which, he maintains, "manufactures consent" toward the desirability of capitalism and the political powers supportive of it.

Chomsky has written over 100 books, his most recent being "Requiem for the American Dream: The 10 Principles of Concentration of Wealth & Power."

The interview - Timestamps

• 00:28'' - What was the evil you wanted to fight when you became an activist, and what kind of future did you imagine back then?
• 09:17'' - Civil Disobedience. Is the conversation and trust between civil society, policymakers, and/or science at risk? The Neoliberal Assault on the society.
• 14:44'' - How can we expand the concept of activism? Is there a systemic failure that we should correct? Is activism the answer?
• Who are the biggest offenders, and how can activism take them down?
• 19:15'' - Where do you get your motivation from? What is your secret to keeping on running with so much strength?
• 23:20'' - Will the implementation of ECOCIDE in the International Criminal Court help prevent the destruction of Nature?
• 28:45'' - What should we do so the storytelling around climate change is more effective? What are we missing so we bring that important truth to our heads?
• 35:13'' - Extra tips from Noam

Without a doubt, this has been one of the highlights that MoonLeaks has allowed me to enjoy. I hope that it was helpful to you,, too.

Thanks a lot, Noam!