#347 – Michael Malice: Christmas Special
Lex Fridman Podcast
Echoes of Revolution: Power, Scapegoats, and Free Speech
This chapter explores the complexities of free speech and press during the Soviet Union's October Revolution, focusing on Lenin's dual nature as an ideologue and pragmatist. It examines the rise of totalitarianism through the lens of key figures like Trotsky and Stalin, revealing the dynamics of power and the use of scapegoating to control the populace. The discussion also highlights the psychological impact of oppression and the societal consequences of independent thinking in both historical and modern contexts.
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