Episode
#374 - Will Storr - How To Play The Status Game
1:20:37
Published: Mon Sep 20 2021
Description
Will Storr is an award winning author and journalist. Status is the original human currency. Prestige, renown, respect and admiration are all sought after because it gave our ancestors better access to mates, safety and resources. Now the modern era has arrived, the lions are no longer chasing us but our desire for status is a strong as ever. Expect to learn why growing a huge yam can make you the favourite in your tribe, why tall poppy syndrome exists, the reason for our conscience, the risks of radically gaining or losing status, the winning qualities to develop if you want to enhance your status, how the status game relates to cancel culture and much more... Sponsors: Get 5 Free Travel Packs, Free Liquid Vitamin D and Free Shipping from Athletic Greens at https://athleticgreens.com/modernwisdom (discount automatically applied) Get a Free Sample Pack of all LMNT Flavours at https://www.drinklmnt.com/modernwisdom (discount automatically applied) Extra Stuff: Buy The Status Game - https://amzn.to/3hzYnrD Follow Will on Twitter - https://twitter.com/wstorr Get my free Reading List of 100 books to read before you die → https://chriswillx.com/books/ 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://chriswillx.com/contact/
Chapters
In this episode, you will learn about the psychology behind the status game and why tall poppy syndrome exists.
00:00 - 05:13 (05:13)
Summary
In this episode, you will learn about the psychology behind the status game and why tall poppy syndrome exists. They also discuss the risks of radically gaining or losing status, winning qualities to develop to enhance your status, and how the status game relates to cancel culture.
Episode#374 - Will Storr - How To Play The Status Game
PodcastModern Wisdom
The drive for status is one of the most fundamental human drives and can be achieved through various means, such as through the symbolism of a giant yam.
05:13 - 09:06 (03:52)
Summary
The drive for status is one of the most fundamental human drives and can be achieved through various means, such as through the symbolism of a giant yam.
Episode#374 - Will Storr - How To Play The Status Game
PodcastModern Wisdom
The concept of status is about gaining admiration and respect from others, which also contributes to human dominance.
09:06 - 14:00 (04:53)
Summary
The concept of status is about gaining admiration and respect from others, which also contributes to human dominance. Money serves as a tool for playing this status game and can often lead to better resources and opportunities.
Episode#374 - Will Storr - How To Play The Status Game
PodcastModern Wisdom
The podcast episode discusses how forcing people to attend to a leader's status is an inherently unstable way of leading, and how in times of trouble, people tend to tighten up and become more conformist.
14:00 - 20:51 (06:51)
Summary
The podcast episode discusses how forcing people to attend to a leader's status is an inherently unstable way of leading, and how in times of trouble, people tend to tighten up and become more conformist.
Episode#374 - Will Storr - How To Play The Status Game
PodcastModern Wisdom
Humans have evolved to crave status on a fundamental level both psychologically and physically, as it is important for social hierarchy.
20:51 - 34:23 (13:31)
Summary
Humans have evolved to crave status on a fundamental level both psychologically and physically, as it is important for social hierarchy. However, too much competition can create a miserable environment in a workplace or any given setting.
Episode#374 - Will Storr - How To Play The Status Game
PodcastModern Wisdom
The podcast delves into the behavioral changes noticed in Ted Kaczynski, as described by his brother, and relates it to the concept of envy and admiration.
34:23 - 41:11 (06:47)
Summary
The podcast delves into the behavioral changes noticed in Ted Kaczynski, as described by his brother, and relates it to the concept of envy and admiration. The conversation also touches upon a neuroscientific experiment that people unknowingly took part in.
Episode#374 - Will Storr - How To Play The Status Game
PodcastModern Wisdom
The way people show off their success and status can affect their relationships with others, and those who humble brag or constantly remind others of their success can upset people.
41:11 - 50:54 (09:43)
Summary
The way people show off their success and status can affect their relationships with others, and those who humble brag or constantly remind others of their success can upset people. Studies have shown that people feel less empathy towards those who they see as higher status than themselves.
Episode#374 - Will Storr - How To Play The Status Game
PodcastModern Wisdom
The podcast discusses some of the outlandish requests made by celebrities such as Kanye West and Fred the Shreds, as well as the group dynamics present in pre-modern groups and how they operate.
50:54 - 1:02:19 (11:25)
Summary
The podcast discusses some of the outlandish requests made by celebrities such as Kanye West and Fred the Shreds, as well as the group dynamics present in pre-modern groups and how they operate.
Episode#374 - Will Storr - How To Play The Status Game
PodcastModern Wisdom
The allure of meditation that can lead to spiritual superiority, and the flawed utopian vision of the internet as a solution to societal issues.
1:02:19 - 1:13:39 (11:19)
Summary
The allure of meditation that can lead to spiritual superiority, and the flawed utopian vision of the internet as a solution to societal issues.
Episode#374 - Will Storr - How To Play The Status Game
PodcastModern Wisdom
The belief systems of hikikomori closely align with the concept of the status game, indicating the danger of sourcing one's connection status from just one source, which can lead to believing in and behaving according to damaging ideas.
1:13:39 - 1:19:17 (05:38)
Summary
The belief systems of hikikomori closely align with the concept of the status game, indicating the danger of sourcing one's connection status from just one source, which can lead to believing in and behaving according to damaging ideas. Playing different games and exploring different sources can be a solution to this problem.
Episode#374 - Will Storr - How To Play The Status Game
PodcastModern Wisdom
In this episode, Chris chats with Will Storr about his latest book, The Status Game.
1:19:18 - 1:20:35 (01:16)
Summary
In this episode, Chris chats with Will Storr about his latest book, The Status Game. They explore how social hierarchies work and the importance of them in human society.