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#193 The Reactionary Clap Trap (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream)

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Navigating the Confusion: Naomi Klein, Naomi Wolf, and the Appeal of Alternative Media

This chapter explores the confusion between Naomi Klein and Naomi Wolf and how they are viewed by the intelligentsia as right-wing conspiracists. It discusses the rise of alternative media platforms as spaces for ostracized individuals and the appeal of blending personal and social grievances in a populist message. The chapter also delves into the equation for leftists and liberals crossing over to the authoritarian right, emphasizing the role of narcissism and social media addiction.

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