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The Roots of Fascism and the Nature of Reality
2:03:44 - 2:09:51 (06:06)
In this episode, the conversation delves into the philosophies behind fascism and the nature of reality, including Kant's ideas of the phenomenal and the nominal world, and Schopenhauer's concept of the universe as will.
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Schopenhauer was an innovator in philosophy, stating that the nature of reality is will, meaning the universe is indifferent to human existence, and the world of reason is made up of ideas that constantly affect an individual's thoughts and values.
2:03:44 - 2:05:21 (01:36)
Summary
Schopenhauer was an innovator in philosophy, stating that the nature of reality is will, meaning the universe is indifferent to human existence, and the world of reason is made up of ideas that constantly affect an individual's thoughts and values.
ChapterThe Roots of Fascism and the Nature of Reality
Episode#178 – Michael Malice and Yaron Brook: Ayn Rand, Human Nature, and Anarchy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The ideology of fascism is not coherent as it opposes reason and rationality.
2:05:21 - 2:08:41 (03:19)
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The ideology of fascism is not coherent as it opposes reason and rationality. Fascist and communist systems tend to lack checks and balances, which make the emergence of a dictator natural.
ChapterThe Roots of Fascism and the Nature of Reality
Episode#178 – Michael Malice and Yaron Brook: Ayn Rand, Human Nature, and Anarchy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
In this podcast, the speakers discuss the possibility of a new form of fascism arising in the world, and whether America is ready for it.
2:08:41 - 2:09:51 (01:10)
Summary
In this podcast, the speakers discuss the possibility of a new form of fascism arising in the world, and whether America is ready for it. They argue that the fundamental principles behind fascism and communism are still prevalent and that authoritarianism may be necessary to implement them.