Grammers State of Mind
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The Forest of the Dead: What Vlad the Impaler Teaches Us About Trump’s Politics of Fear
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January 19, 2026
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5:30Now PlayingGovernance through Fear: Vlad the Impaler and the Trump Administration
In this episode of Grammer's State of Mind, Dr. Geoffrey Grammer examines the psychological parallels between Vlad the Impaler's reign of terror and the tactics used by the Trump administration. He explores how fear can be a powerful tool for control, exemplified by public displays of cruelty and the performance of impunity. The episode delves into the impact of such strategies on societal behavior and the implications for democracy. Dr. Grammer emphasizes the importance of staying informed and vigilant against the normalization of fear as a governing tool.
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