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Understanding the Speech Curve
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The speech curve is a tool to measure the magnitude of influence of a statement or idea, which depends on where and by whom it is being said. The level of the speech curve can indicate the possible impact and reach of an idea or statement.
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The importance of self-audit and self-awareness in building courage to stand firm in our beliefs, especially when pressured by external ideologies or movements.
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The importance of self-audit and self-awareness in building courage to stand firm in our beliefs, especially when pressured by external ideologies or movements. Recognizing and assessing the vertical axis of our belief formation process is also a key aspect of achieving self-awareness.
ChapterUnderstanding the Speech Curve
Episode#360 – Tim Urban: Tribalism, Marxism, Liberalism, Social Justice, and Politics
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The "speech curve" refers to how many people are talking about an issue on prominent platforms, while the "thought pile" shows the range of perspectives on that issue.
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The "speech curve" refers to how many people are talking about an issue on prominent platforms, while the "thought pile" shows the range of perspectives on that issue. The larger the gap between the two, the greater potential for censorship or suppression of certain ideas.