The lack of diversity in news outlets leads to incomplete truths, and it can be difficult for people to accept that the media is constructed and not always truthful. Having a platform for free speech and discourse is important for hearing diverse opinions and reaching the truth.
This podcast episode explores the history of domestic propaganda in the US, from World War I and II to the war on drugs, and its effectiveness in shaping public opinion.
The lack of accountability and responsibility online creates an environment where people can spread harmful content without facing any consequences or real-world repercussions. Education is the antidote to this online chaos.
Many experts are performing sloppy and fraudulent science which is eroding the public's faith in their profession. The problem with bias in research is also allowing disingenuous research papers to become commonplace.
Sebastian Junger explains that the people who go out to fight wars are the true victims, and he questions the system that sends them into situations where they're required to be heroic.
The speaker argues that political labels are limiting and that people claiming them only want their moment of fame. They prioritize the focus on people on the ground instead.