The human fear of death (dread) creates a profound existential anxiety. To cope with this, people are driven to seek psychological security and a sense of order. In a political context, this search for security can lead them toward centrist positions.

The centrist approach is seen as a safe haven that offers stability and avoids the chaos and radicalism of political extremes. Embracing moderation and consensus provides a sense of control and predictability, thereby helping to alleviate the deep-seated anxiety associated with the awareness of one's own mortality.

Dive deep into the intricate connections between the rise of populism and the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis in our latest analysis!

Uncover how economic grievances transformed into cultural anxieties, sparking populist movements across the US, UK, Spain, Brazil, and Chile through the lens of Affective Political Economy (APE) and Political Psychology.

Learn how the crisis, ignited by the US housing bubble, led to unemployment spikes and austerity measures, evolving economic unease into a broader societal malaise. Explore how these anxieties paved the way for populist leaders to thrive, from Trump’s appeal in the US to Brexit’s emotional resonance and Brazil’s political upheaval. This podcast breaks down key case studies, providing a comprehensive understanding of how populist leaders capitalize on these fears and uncertainties through the lens of Political Psychology.

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