Episode 2231 Scott Adams: I Explain Why Learning Magic Tricks Helps You Understand Today's News
Sep 14, 2023
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CNN political analyst Stephen Collinson, CNN political commentator John Avlon, comedian and television host Bill Maher, Nobel laureate in economics Paul Krugman, biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, and former journalist and author Alex Berenson join Scott Adams. They discuss topics such as the hypocrisy in the education system, Joe Biden's changing views, media influence, TikTok's brainwashing risks, the power of magic tricks in understanding opinions, reframing for enhanced efficiency, positive self-talk, backhanded compliments, and the FDA ban on certain decongestant ingredients.
The importance of follow-through and keeping commitments, as demonstrated by Anthony Oliver canceling a performance due to high ticket prices.
The use of diversionary tactics by media figures like Stephen Collinson and John Avalon, which is comparable to a magic trick that misdirects attention away from the main issues.
Deep dives
Anthony Oliver and the Importance of Following Through
Anthony Oliver cancels a performance due to high ticket prices, highlighting the importance of doing what you say you're going to do.
The Dangers of Ignoring the Brainwashing Risk of TikTok
The focus on data privacy instead of the brainwashing risk of TikTok may indicate that the platform has already brainwashed our leaders.
Misinterpreting Data on COVID Vaccinations and Omicron
Claims based on data that mRNA COVID vaccinations increase the risk of hospitalization for Omicron infection may not fully consider other variables, such as the higher likelihood of overweight people being vaccinated.
The Magic Trick of Diversion in News and Politics
Stephen Collinson and John Avalon use diversionary tactics to distract from important issues, similar to a magic trick that misdirects attention away from the main act.
Politics, Dove Soap Influencer, Biden Impeachment Evidence, CNN Stephen Collinson, CNN John Avlon, Bill Maher, Paul Krugman, Vivek Ramaswamy, TikTok Ban, Alex Berenson, COVID Vax Study, Claim Analysis, Diversion Magic, Anthony Oliver, Scott Adams
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