Chapter

The Problem with Grandstanding
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32:51 - 38:42 (05:50)

People grandstand to stay in the good graces of their group on issues like orthodoxy, but it's damaging because we need dissenters to feel comfortable sharing their opinions without a high cost.

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Jordan Peterson discusses how the fear of being the black sheep of their group affects Republicans and their reactions to John McCain's political decisions.
32:51 - 35:19 (02:27)
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Republicans
Summary

Jordan Peterson discusses how the fear of being the black sheep of their group affects Republicans and their reactions to John McCain's political decisions.

Chapter
The Problem with Grandstanding
Episode
#221 - Justin Tosi - The Abuse Of Moral Talk For Self Promotion
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
The pressure to conform to popular beliefs within a social group can lead to damaging grandstanding and discourage people from expressing dissenting opinions.
35:19 - 38:21 (03:01)
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Social Pressure
Summary

The pressure to conform to popular beliefs within a social group can lead to damaging grandstanding and discourage people from expressing dissenting opinions. This undermines the need for diverse perspectives and healthy discourse.

Chapter
The Problem with Grandstanding
Episode
#221 - Justin Tosi - The Abuse Of Moral Talk For Self Promotion
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
The speakers discuss extreme examples of prejudice towards white men, including calls for them to be eaten by alligators, and argue that prejudice towards any group is harmful and unacceptable.
38:21 - 38:42 (00:21)
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Prejudice
Summary

The speakers discuss extreme examples of prejudice towards white men, including calls for them to be eaten by alligators, and argue that prejudice towards any group is harmful and unacceptable.

Chapter
The Problem with Grandstanding
Episode
#221 - Justin Tosi - The Abuse Of Moral Talk For Self Promotion
Podcast
Modern Wisdom