The constant news cycle and pressure to attract attention can result in journalists not fact-checking their research, which can skew the information they present to the public.
The popularity of thinkers like Sam Harris, Andrew Huberman and David Goggins speaks to a desire for order in a world that feels chaotic and confusing, according to Joe Rogan in this podcast episode.
The social dynamics of viral information is an understudied area, including the ripple effect of retweeting and sharing videos, and its impact on society and the larger scale of social media platforms like Facebook.
The understanding of internet culture and meme culture allows for the prediction of virality trends around 12-18 months in advance. In particular, the behavior of Reddit users allows for the prediction of trends on the platform with half a million members.
The podcast discusses the role of a man who may have been the inspiration behind right-wing extremist attacks, and explores his connection to anti-Semitic violence, particularly the 2018 Tree of Life synagogue shooting.