Chapter
The Intersection of Social Behavior and War
38:57 - 47:52 (08:54)
The podcast discusses the correlation between social behavior and war mentality, where the goal is to taunt or confuse the other side rather than getting along, and uses the example of the Facebook ad policy as a case in point.
Clips
In the modern era of social media and simplified messaging, complex issues are often distilled down to their simplest form, leaving important nuances and context omitted.
38:57 - 43:14 (04:16)
Summary
In the modern era of social media and simplified messaging, complex issues are often distilled down to their simplest form, leaving important nuances and context omitted. This creates an environment in which people are criticized for not being able to effectively communicate their thoughts and ideas within the confines of these limited mediums.
ChapterThe Intersection of Social Behavior and War
Episode#122 - Buster Benson - How To Argue With Someone
PodcastModern Wisdom
The focus on scoring points and making the other person look like a fool in a large panel show makes one-on-one conversations easier to navigate.
43:14 - 45:21 (02:06)
Summary
The focus on scoring points and making the other person look like a fool in a large panel show makes one-on-one conversations easier to navigate. Court or policy-specific conversations may be an exception.
ChapterThe Intersection of Social Behavior and War
Episode#122 - Buster Benson - How To Argue With Someone
PodcastModern Wisdom
The goal of social media arguments seems to be a demonstration of loyalty to one's side, rather than trying to convince the other side.
45:21 - 47:52 (02:31)
Summary
The goal of social media arguments seems to be a demonstration of loyalty to one's side, rather than trying to convince the other side. Winning is not always done by making a persuasive argument, but by showing unwavering allegiance to a particular side.