Are states truly unitary actors?
RevisitThe 'realism' theory assumes states have a single coherent principal directing subordinate agents, but history tells a different story. WWI, the 1941 USA–Japan oil embargo, and the Vietnam War reveal complex internal dynamics.
The hidden layers of consciousness
RevisitDiscover how consciousness is connected to social behaviour, and how our subjective experiences shape our reality.
The waning of mind maps
RevisitThere has been a steady shift from using mind maps to relying on external maps. What impact does this have on human cognition and our decision-making processes? Aldo Matteucci analyses.
Religious history and big data
AI & philosophy, humAInism, Revisit Artificial IntelligenceIn 2015, Aldo Matteucci commented on the ambitious plan for a big data-driven encyclopedia of religious cultural history, highlighting issues with Western biases and the difficulty of quantifying religious experiences.
Diplomacy and spying
Revisit Diplomatic functions and toolsGovernments spying is common, but diplomats should not. In this post, Aldo Matteucci explores the importance of privacy, autonomy, and creativity in diplomacy, warns against the threats from public opinion, and advocates for pragmatic transparency.
Video games for diplomats?
RevisitCould video games improve how diplomats learn? And how do they enhance skills in decision-making, problem-solving, and strategic thinking? Aldo Matteucci analyses.
The winding road to understanding soft power
Revisit Public Diplomacy, Soft Power Diplomacy, Types of diplomacy BlogsThe post examines how shared beliefs and experiences shape society, alongside the continuous evolution of our social structures.
How does identity impact segregation?
RevisitHow does identity impact segregation, and how do fractals come into play? Join the discussion to uncover the complex interplay shaping our cities.
How do problem-solving and rules impact decision-making?
RevisitHow do rules and problem-solving impact our choices? In this post, Aldo Matteucci explores how our decisions are influenced by intuition, creative thinking, and the unwritten laws of social conduct.
What is revolution?
RevisitIs revolution feasible today or merely theoretical? From Hegel to Hannah Arendt and Marx, Aldo Matteucci looks at the concept through historical, philosophical, and cultural perspectives.
