412. True Stories From a Soviet Spy | Jack Barsky
The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast
The Shadows of Indoctrination
This chapter explores the psychological manipulation faced by youth in Eastern Europe, particularly in East Germany, under communist regimes, revealing their acceptance of propaganda due to lack of alternative ideas. It examines the conflicting desires to support the oppressed while grappling with resentment towards successful individuals, highlighting how societal narratives can distort moral perspectives. Additionally, the speakers reflect on intellectual arrogance among elites and the need for humility in understanding complex social dynamics.
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