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The Dangers of Performative Activism and Social Media
48:10 - 57:27 (09:17)
The podcast discusses how social media has made it easier for people and brands to present a version of themselves that doesn't reflect reality. Performative activism in which people and brands post about social justice but don't live up to it offline is also a major issue.
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In the age of social media, it is easy to present a version of yourself that does not align with reality.
48:10 - 52:53 (04:43)
Summary
In the age of social media, it is easy to present a version of yourself that does not align with reality. This can include posting about social justice or using trends to appear a certain way without actually following through in real life, leading to a dangerous position where you lose touch with your true self and opinions.
ChapterThe Dangers of Performative Activism and Social Media
Episode#312 - Gabrielle Bluestone - The World's Biggest Scammers
PodcastModern Wisdom
Milo Yiannopoulos attempts to launch the "Freedom Fund" initiative, claiming it's to protect free speech from big tech censorship.
52:54 - 57:27 (04:33)
Summary
Milo Yiannopoulos attempts to launch the "Freedom Fund" initiative, claiming it's to protect free speech from big tech censorship. However, the initiative turns out to be fraudulent and he gets called out on YouTube for it.