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154. Abandon Ideology | Gad Saad

The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

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Infectious Ideas: The Parasitic Nature of Ideologies

This chapter explores the concept of 'infectious ideas,' particularly leftist ideologies and their impact on society, as well as the ideological excesses from both the left and right. The speakers discuss the rising influence of conspiratorial thinking, societal implications of ‘idea pathogens,’ and the role of academia in perpetuating these ideologies. They emphasize the need for a nuanced political stance, critiquing how certain ideas can lead individuals to irrational beliefs and societal divides.

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