Episode
#355 - Andrew Gold - Exorcisms, Rockstar Priests & Dangerous Taboos
1:35:47
Published: Sat Aug 07 2021
Description
Andrew Gold is a documentary maker and podcaster. In the depths of the Buenos Aires suburbs is a priest who is warding off vampires, levitating followers and battling demons. Or maybe he's kidnapping schizophrenic patients from a local psychiatric ward. Andrew traipsed through Argentina to find out. Expect to learn what it's like to fear 5000 people are going to kill you in South America, how Andrew infiltrated an underground network in Germany, why the BBC's diversity quota might be protecting the top jobs, how brutal it is to work in Amazon's warehouse and much more... Sponsors: Get 20% discount & Free Shipping on awesome vegan meals at https://vibrantvegan.co.uk/modernwisdom (use code MODERNWISDOM) Get 20% discount on the highest quality CBD Products from Pure Sport at https://puresportcbd.com/modernwisdom (use code: MW20) Extra Stuff: Check out Andrew's Podcast - https://www.andrewgoldpodcast.com/ Follow Andrew on Twitter - https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok Get my free Ultimate Life Hacks List to 10x your daily productivity → https://chriswillx.com/lifehacks/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Join the discussion with me and other like minded listeners in the episode comments on the MW YouTube Channel or message me... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ModernWisdomPodcast Email: https://www.chriswillx.com/contact
Chapters
An up-and-coming documentary maker with a Gonzo style, similar to Louis Theroux, meets an Argentinian priest who is warning off vampires, levitating followers and battling demons.
00:00 - 01:40 (01:40)
Summary
An up-and-coming documentary maker with a Gonzo style, similar to Louis Theroux, meets an Argentinian priest who is warning off vampires, levitating followers and battling demons. The documentary maker shares stories of meeting a crazy baby lady campaigning for abortion rights and prostitutes forced to stand on anthills, while also discussing his experience of fearing for his life in South America.
Episode#355 - Andrew Gold - Exorcisms, Rockstar Priests & Dangerous Taboos
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PureSport has developed an all-natural mix that can help boost your morning, improve your focus during the day, and promote restful sleep at night.
01:40 - 06:51 (05:11)
Summary
PureSport has developed an all-natural mix that can help boost your morning, improve your focus during the day, and promote restful sleep at night.
Episode#355 - Andrew Gold - Exorcisms, Rockstar Priests & Dangerous Taboos
PodcastModern Wisdom
A person discusses feeling homesick while in Argentina and how they tried to find things similar to home, such as writing an article about a flower festival.
06:52 - 11:12 (04:20)
Summary
A person discusses feeling homesick while in Argentina and how they tried to find things similar to home, such as writing an article about a flower festival. They also mention encountering a different attitude towards plastic surgery in Medellin, Colombia.
Episode#355 - Andrew Gold - Exorcisms, Rockstar Priests & Dangerous Taboos
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The myths and beliefs surrounding exorcisms and demons are often closely related to real mental health disorders, leading to confusion and misplaced beliefs.
11:12 - 15:58 (04:45)
Summary
The myths and beliefs surrounding exorcisms and demons are often closely related to real mental health disorders, leading to confusion and misplaced beliefs.
Episode#355 - Andrew Gold - Exorcisms, Rockstar Priests & Dangerous Taboos
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker discusses a teenage girl's struggles with mental health and peer pressure, and his experience of interviewing people for his podcast including pushing interview subjects with outlandish questions.
15:58 - 20:23 (04:25)
Summary
The speaker discusses a teenage girl's struggles with mental health and peer pressure, and his experience of interviewing people for his podcast including pushing interview subjects with outlandish questions.
Episode#355 - Andrew Gold - Exorcisms, Rockstar Priests & Dangerous Taboos
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A group of filmmakers narrowly escaped a cult and recorded the entire ordeal.
20:23 - 24:13 (03:49)
Summary
A group of filmmakers narrowly escaped a cult and recorded the entire ordeal. They realized this wasn't just a normal film, but rather a documentation of their traumatic experience.
Episode#355 - Andrew Gold - Exorcisms, Rockstar Priests & Dangerous Taboos
PodcastModern Wisdom
The co-creator of "An Idiot Abroad" faced rejection many times before the show was finally picked up.
24:13 - 29:09 (04:56)
Summary
The co-creator of "An Idiot Abroad" faced rejection many times before the show was finally picked up. With 15 ideas for quirky and unique shows, the show's co-creator faced rejection every day for two years before finally succeeding.
Episode#355 - Andrew Gold - Exorcisms, Rockstar Priests & Dangerous Taboos
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker found it odd that the topic of diversity came up in every single meeting and was even approached to present on it for TV, but felt uncomfortable with the suggestion.
29:09 - 33:41 (04:31)
Summary
The speaker found it odd that the topic of diversity came up in every single meeting and was even approached to present on it for TV, but felt uncomfortable with the suggestion.
Episode#355 - Andrew Gold - Exorcisms, Rockstar Priests & Dangerous Taboos
PodcastModern Wisdom
The use of diversity quotas to protect top jobs in media companies is a worrying trend that undermines genuine efforts to improve representation in the industry.
33:43 - 40:36 (06:52)
Summary
The use of diversity quotas to protect top jobs in media companies is a worrying trend that undermines genuine efforts to improve representation in the industry. The success of ASOS's more diverse approaches to modeling suggests that a more nuanced and data-driven approach might yield greater results than simply ticking boxes.
Episode#355 - Andrew Gold - Exorcisms, Rockstar Priests & Dangerous Taboos
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Journalist David Robson joins the podcast to talk about his book "The Intelligence Trap" and how even the smartest people can fall into a trap of belief.
40:36 - 47:43 (07:07)
Summary
Journalist David Robson joins the podcast to talk about his book "The Intelligence Trap" and how even the smartest people can fall into a trap of belief. They discuss Arthur Conan Doyle's belief in spiritualism and the power of belief in driving people to action.
Episode#355 - Andrew Gold - Exorcisms, Rockstar Priests & Dangerous Taboos
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The speaker addresses the idea of 'lived experience' and its criticisms, explaining that while it can be helpful for individuals, as a society, it's not enough to base beliefs on unfalsifiable evidence.
47:43 - 54:02 (06:18)
Summary
The speaker addresses the idea of 'lived experience' and its criticisms, explaining that while it can be helpful for individuals, as a society, it's not enough to base beliefs on unfalsifiable evidence.
Episode#355 - Andrew Gold - Exorcisms, Rockstar Priests & Dangerous Taboos
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The original liberal slant on politics was all about class but has recently shifted to university politics, resulting in working class people voting for the Tories.
54:02 - 58:28 (04:26)
Summary
The original liberal slant on politics was all about class but has recently shifted to university politics, resulting in working class people voting for the Tories.
Episode#355 - Andrew Gold - Exorcisms, Rockstar Priests & Dangerous Taboos
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The pressure to sanitize the world of negative emotions such as boredom, sadness, and discomfort may not be the healthiest choice for individuals.
58:28 - 1:05:19 (06:51)
Summary
The pressure to sanitize the world of negative emotions such as boredom, sadness, and discomfort may not be the healthiest choice for individuals. Learning to embrace and appreciate discomfort can lead to personal growth and a deeper appreciation for life.
Episode#355 - Andrew Gold - Exorcisms, Rockstar Priests & Dangerous Taboos
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The controversy of offering therapy to pedophiles without reporting them to authorities lies on the risk of promoting pedophilia.
1:05:19 - 1:13:54 (08:35)
Summary
The controversy of offering therapy to pedophiles without reporting them to authorities lies on the risk of promoting pedophilia. However, in Germany, this approach is seen as an opportunity for pedophiles to seek professional help and therapy safely.
Episode#355 - Andrew Gold - Exorcisms, Rockstar Priests & Dangerous Taboos
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In this podcast episode, the guest talks about treating pedophiles with empathy and kindness, to prevent them from offending, and the three risk factors outlined by the Berlin Clinic for potential offenders.
1:13:54 - 1:22:00 (08:05)
Summary
In this podcast episode, the guest talks about treating pedophiles with empathy and kindness, to prevent them from offending, and the three risk factors outlined by the Berlin Clinic for potential offenders.
Episode#355 - Andrew Gold - Exorcisms, Rockstar Priests & Dangerous Taboos
PodcastModern Wisdom
The podcast talks about a curious fascination with pedophilia in media, discussing how some publications push the ethical boundaries around the topic, and a non-offending person's response to whether they know someone with a pedophilic tendency.
1:22:00 - 1:27:06 (05:06)
Summary
The podcast talks about a curious fascination with pedophilia in media, discussing how some publications push the ethical boundaries around the topic, and a non-offending person's response to whether they know someone with a pedophilic tendency.
Episode#355 - Andrew Gold - Exorcisms, Rockstar Priests & Dangerous Taboos
PodcastModern Wisdom
The landscape of journalism has drastically changed with the rise of bloggers, online publications, and social media influencers.
1:27:06 - 1:33:18 (06:12)
Summary
The landscape of journalism has drastically changed with the rise of bloggers, online publications, and social media influencers. While traditional forms of journalism are still relevant, they must now adapt and evolve to keep up with the changing times.
Episode#355 - Andrew Gold - Exorcisms, Rockstar Priests & Dangerous Taboos
PodcastModern Wisdom
Get a 20% discount on all full priced items from Pure Sport CBD with the code "M w 20" or "Modern Wisdom" at checkout, for UK and International shipping.
1:33:18 - 1:35:46 (02:27)
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Get a 20% discount on all full priced items from Pure Sport CBD with the code "M w 20" or "Modern Wisdom" at checkout, for UK and International shipping.