Different Matters by Damien Grant Jonathan Rauch on Different Matters
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May 16, 2024 In this engaging discussion, Jonathan Rauch, an insightful journalist and author known for his work on public policy and culture, delves into timeless and timely issues. He connects the philosophies of Plato to modern challenges like cancel culture, examining how ancient ideas can inform our views on free speech today. The conversation covers moral dilemmas surrounding controversial figures like Salman Rushdie, the pitfalls of intolerance in liberal institutions, and the pressing need for open-mindedness amidst ideological dogma in media and society.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Plato: The Philosophical Architect of Totalitarianism
01:47 • 5min
The Evolution of Knowledge and Liberal Science
06:22 • 18min
The Rushdie Fatwa and Freedom of Speech
23:57 • 12min
Intolerance in Liberal Institutions: A Historical and Contemporary Analysis
35:30 • 3min
The Importance of Open-Mindedness in Belief Systems
38:09 • 2min
Media, Objectivity, and Social Discourse
40:21 • 19min