domino theory
Type: Concept
As of November 2026, domino theory has been mentioned in one podcast episode on The Ezra Klein Show (Jan 2026).
The domino theory is a geopolitical theory which posits that changes in the political structure of one country tend to spread to neighboring countries in a domino effect. It was prominent in the United States from the 1950s to the 1980s in the context of the Cold War, suggesting that if one country in a region came under the influence of communism, then the surrounding countries would follow. It was used by successive United States administrations during the Cold War as justification for America
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Jan 2026 on The Ezra Klein Show |
Who talks about domino theory on podcasts?
domino theory came up; the most recent mention was Jan 2026 on The Ezra Klein Show.
What is domino theory mentioned alongside?
domino theory is most often mentioned alongside Monroe Doctrine, Department of Defense and Central America.
Mentioned together: Monroe Doctrine, Department of Defense, Central America, El Salvador, Southern District of New York (SDNY), Greenland, British intelligence, Chevron Corp., X Corporation, UCLA