This was the best lecture ever. So clear to understand and also very interesting. I have a midterm due tonight based on this theory and Liberalism, and to be honest, I am going to pass because of this amazing lecture. I really wish you were my professor for International Relations Theory. Thank you so much!!
Thank you so much I just started my degree in international relations and midterm is coming. It is really hard for me with all the theories, plus I have no background in international relations. Your lecture really help me! 💗😊
Explained in a simple way that makes it so understandable and interesting. Your explanation of what theories are is very good. As an IR student I’m learning a lot from your videos. Thank you
I really liked the way you made it clear how the theory evolved throughout the years until its most updated format, neorealism. IR theory is something I've always enjoyed learning about and up until your video I hadn't really looked at the theories as an evolving line of thought over time, but, rather, as alternative views within a theory. That's not to say that one can't choose with which realist theory to explain the world -- be it Morgenthau's classic realism, Waltz' defensive or Mearsheimer's offensive --, but that it just feels a lot easier to see it all as a big, constantly evolving theoretical body of thought. By the way, how do you keep up with any recent developments in IR theories? Articles, I suppose? I'd really like to know a few go-to places to check out from time to time to see if anything new has been published. Thanks for the great video and series. Cheers from Brazil.
Great video! As well as the one about constructivism. Thank you! It contains all the necessary info and very helpful before an exam just to recall what really matters! :)
Had a seminary on the imperialism of the roman republic. I was shocked to find out that the overwhelming majority of historians of antiquity view the rise of the roman empire in (neo)realist terms and it is the most accepted explanation for it (according to my professor at least). Great lecture!
@@PatrickTheiner oh there definitely is. I find that working with theoretical concepts is a fruitful way to engage with ancient history, but yeah it was kinda astounding that when it comes to the hotly debated nature of roman imperialism (or roman expansion) the realist view seems to be dominant interpretation. Even Theodor Mommsen at the beginning of the 20. century described it as “defensive imperialism”, which aligns with a realist interpretation in my opinion. As for contemporary proponents of a realist view on roman imperialism you can read Paul J. Burton if you’re interested.
Hi, I don't know if you'll see this comment but your channel is so brilliant - I'm doing an undergraduate in IR and Politics and my IR first year exam is tomorrow and this has been more helpful than anything else. I know you probably won't see this in time and probably don't have them available anyway but is there any platform in which one could access the lecture slides you show in your videos to use for revision?
Hi isabel, thanks so much for the kind words, I'm really glad the series helped you! Unfortunately, I tend to not share slides for copyright reasons. I hope this is still helpful - and good luck with your exam!
A textbook I really like is Dunne/Kurki/Smith "International Relations Theories", which covers all major theories with chapters written by some of the most eminent scholars. The 6th edition is the latest, but you can also pick up older editions for much cheaper.
The two recommended readings for Realism are: Jørgensen, K. (2017) International Relations Theory. London: Macmillan. Ch. 5 “The Realist Tradition”. Mearsheimer, J.J. (1994) 'The False Promise of International Institutions', International Security, 19 (3), 5-49. There are obviously many more readings, but those can get you started.
Game of Thrones is a bad analogy. Prior to the war of the five kings, Westeros was not in a state of anarchy. For almost 300 years the Targaryens ruled over a unified "country" and would intervene in disputes between rival houses. The conflicts in GoTs are due to civil war and secession, not great power politics
Kautilya is far ahead in sharing his ideas on statecraft...he gave his theory much ahead of Machiavelli....and he is paradoxically touted as Indian Machiavelli😶..... This is all glorifying the west ..🥱
you basically recapped in one video what I've been studying for a year as an IR student.
This was the best lecture ever. So clear to understand and also very interesting. I have a midterm due tonight based on this theory and Liberalism, and to be honest, I am going to pass because of this amazing lecture. I really wish you were my professor for International Relations Theory.
Thank you so much!!
Your classes are SO good. Thanks from Brazil xx
Your lectures are good.Thanks from Zambia
I feel obligated to thank you on every new upload, thats how much helpful it is for me. 😀
Thank you so much
I just started my degree in international relations and midterm is coming. It is really hard for me with all the theories, plus I have no background in international relations. Your lecture really help me! 💗😊
U can also include the Punic wars, wherein Carthage was a naval/trading power, while Rome was a land/militaristic power
Good point - there are a lot of examples really, which is great for realists, of course. No one loves a good pattern like a realist!
Realism is way too clear in my head, your classes are so good. Thank you sir!
A great, simplified and yet comprehensive description!
Thank you so much
Explained in a simple way that makes it so understandable and interesting. Your explanation of what theories are is very good. As an IR student I’m learning a lot from your videos. Thank you
I really liked the way you made it clear how the theory evolved throughout the years until its most updated format, neorealism. IR theory is something I've always enjoyed learning about and up until your video I hadn't really looked at the theories as an evolving line of thought over time, but, rather, as alternative views within a theory. That's not to say that one can't choose with which realist theory to explain the world -- be it Morgenthau's classic realism, Waltz' defensive or Mearsheimer's offensive --, but that it just feels a lot easier to see it all as a big, constantly evolving theoretical body of thought. By the way, how do you keep up with any recent developments in IR theories? Articles, I suppose? I'd really like to know a few go-to places to check out from time to time to see if anything new has been published. Thanks for the great video and series. Cheers from Brazil.
Great video! As well as the one about constructivism. Thank you! It contains all the necessary info and very helpful before an exam just to recall what really matters! :)
Thank you so much for the lectures, I just love them all!!
Truly great presentation and summation of IR--Realism.
Keep uploading more about IR. You will go a long way lad.
Very much good lecture, thank you very much Sir
I loved this class .. thanks from Nigeria
Had a seminary on the imperialism of the roman republic. I was shocked to find out that the overwhelming majority of historians of antiquity view the rise of the roman empire in (neo)realist terms and it is the most accepted explanation for it (according to my professor at least).
Great lecture!
Very interesting that there's a theory crossover happening, thanks for sharing!
@@PatrickTheiner oh there definitely is. I find that working with theoretical concepts is a fruitful way to engage with ancient history, but yeah it was kinda astounding that when it comes to the hotly debated nature of roman imperialism (or roman expansion) the realist view seems to be dominant interpretation. Even Theodor Mommsen at the beginning of the 20. century described it as “defensive imperialism”, which aligns with a realist interpretation in my opinion. As for contemporary proponents of a realist view on roman imperialism you can read Paul J. Burton if you’re interested.
thank you so much, I learned a lot. Much appreciated
Hi, I don't know if you'll see this comment but your channel is so brilliant - I'm doing an undergraduate in IR and Politics and my IR first year exam is tomorrow and this has been more helpful than anything else. I know you probably won't see this in time and probably don't have them available anyway but is there any platform in which one could access the lecture slides you show in your videos to use for revision?
Hi isabel, thanks so much for the kind words, I'm really glad the series helped you! Unfortunately, I tend to not share slides for copyright reasons. I hope this is still helpful - and good luck with your exam!
Oooooo love the new thumbnails sir!!
Thanks, a very good lecture. I found it extremely helpful
Fro uganda of course
Couldyou please tell me what book did you book? I need a book that includes theories in detail, can you share one please?
A textbook I really like is Dunne/Kurki/Smith "International Relations Theories", which covers all major theories with chapters written by some of the most eminent scholars. The 6th edition is the latest, but you can also pick up older editions for much cheaper.
2:41 oh man i instantly saw thucyidides trap and the pelloponesian war between sparta and athens and the delian league
thank you!
I need this presentation text Please?
(Why do interstate wars take place ?)
I was wondering if you know two main theories that Can be used to answer the question
Vielen Dank für das Video. Nur wollte ich fragen ob die Möglichkeit für ein promotionsausschuss bei euch gibt.
Super
Where can i find the recommended reading?
The two recommended readings for Realism are:
Jørgensen, K. (2017) International Relations Theory. London: Macmillan. Ch. 5 “The Realist Tradition”.
Mearsheimer, J.J. (1994) 'The False Promise of International Institutions', International Security, 19 (3), 5-49.
There are obviously many more readings, but those can get you started.
@@PatrickTheiner thank you, appreciate the reply
loved the american classroom dig!!!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Du hast so gut englisch gesprochen, hätte nicht gedacht das du zuerst deutsch kannst.
Game of Thrones is a bad analogy. Prior to the war of the five kings, Westeros was not in a state of anarchy. For almost 300 years the Targaryens ruled over a unified "country" and would intervene in disputes between rival houses. The conflicts in GoTs are due to civil war and secession, not great power politics
Kautilya is far ahead in sharing his ideas on statecraft...he gave his theory much ahead of Machiavelli....and he is paradoxically touted as Indian Machiavelli😶.....
This is all glorifying the west ..🥱