Chapter

Perceptions of Strangers
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10:17 - 13:33 (03:16)

The way we perceive strangers can differ based on our upbringing and cultural norms. In some cultures, such as the Russian culture, strangers are often viewed with caution and suspicion.

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The speaker discusses cultural differences in answering the door at someone else's house, noting how Russian culture instilled a sense of caution when it comes to opening doors for strangers.
10:17 - 11:23 (01:05)
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Cultural Differences
Summary

The speaker discusses cultural differences in answering the door at someone else's house, noting how Russian culture instilled a sense of caution when it comes to opening doors for strangers.

Chapter
Perceptions of Strangers
Episode
#128 – Michael Malice: Anarchy, Democracy, Libertarianism, Love, and Trolling
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
The way that Americans and Russians perceive strangers is vastly different.
11:23 - 12:20 (00:57)
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cultural differences
Summary

The way that Americans and Russians perceive strangers is vastly different. Americans tend to be friendly while in Russia, trust is hard to come by and establishing deep, close relationships is important.

Chapter
Perceptions of Strangers
Episode
#128 – Michael Malice: Anarchy, Democracy, Libertarianism, Love, and Trolling
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
The speaker perceives a threat in someone wanting to sit down and have a talk as it seems antagonistic, while others view it as an attempt to reconcile and solve problems through communication.
12:20 - 13:33 (01:13)
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Communication
Summary

The speaker perceives a threat in someone wanting to sit down and have a talk as it seems antagonistic, while others view it as an attempt to reconcile and solve problems through communication.

Chapter
Perceptions of Strangers
Episode
#128 – Michael Malice: Anarchy, Democracy, Libertarianism, Love, and Trolling
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast