Chapter
The Disturbing Nature of Semi-Lifelike Mannequins and Cartoons and the Consequences of World Leaders' Downfall
11:15 - 16:35 (05:19)
The uncanny valley effect of semi-lifelike mannequins and cartoons can be disturbing, while the potential downfall of world leaders can have disproportionate consequences regardless of political stance.
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Author Andrew Sullivan discusses the illogical reasoning of social justice subculture with an example from writer and academic Helen Pluckrose.
11:15 - 12:29 (01:13)
Summary
Author Andrew Sullivan discusses the illogical reasoning of social justice subculture with an example from writer and academic Helen Pluckrose. He argues that the subculture forces people to reason backwards from a predetermined conclusion, making it difficult to navigate attitudes towards minorities and prejudice.
ChapterThe Disturbing Nature of Semi-Lifelike Mannequins and Cartoons and the Consequences of World Leaders' Downfall
Episode#159 - Michael Malice - David Icke, Conspiracies & Cuddle Club
PodcastModern Wisdom
The consequences of publicly hoping a world leader will die can be disproportionate and can cause unnecessary panic regardless of one's political stance.
12:29 - 13:55 (01:25)
Summary
The consequences of publicly hoping a world leader will die can be disproportionate and can cause unnecessary panic regardless of one's political stance.
ChapterThe Disturbing Nature of Semi-Lifelike Mannequins and Cartoons and the Consequences of World Leaders' Downfall
Episode#159 - Michael Malice - David Icke, Conspiracies & Cuddle Club
PodcastModern Wisdom
The concept of the "uncanny valley" is explored as it relates to Boris Johnson and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, two politicians who embody a certain caricatured political stance.
13:55 - 16:35 (02:39)
Summary
The concept of the "uncanny valley" is explored as it relates to Boris Johnson and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, two politicians who embody a certain caricatured political stance. The idea that when a mannequin or cartoon becomes a little too lifelike but not lifelike enough, it creates a sense of uneasiness for the viewer.