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Fundamentalism in Modern Society
26:40 - 31:48 (05:08)
The concept of the marketplace of ideas leads to the idea that the most popular and widely accommodating ideas will rise to the top, but fundamentalism, being inherently anti-progressive, rejects modern society and seeks to create its own utopia, often resulting in attempts to overcome perceived threats with power.
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The concept of the marketplace of ideas implies that ideas that are widely accepted and accommodating will rise to the top.
26:40 - 28:34 (01:54)
Summary
The concept of the marketplace of ideas implies that ideas that are widely accepted and accommodating will rise to the top. However, fundamentalism is inherently anti-progressive and contradicts modern society's values.
ChapterFundamentalism in Modern Society
EpisodeFundamentalism: Menace II Society
PodcastStuff You Should Know
This podcast episode discusses the similarities between the counterculture movements of the hippies and fundamentalists, both of which rejected modern society and sought to create their own way of living.
28:34 - 31:48 (03:13)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the similarities between the counterculture movements of the hippies and fundamentalists, both of which rejected modern society and sought to create their own way of living. Both movements engaged in acts of power when they felt threatened by opposing groups or movements.