Modern Wisdom #522 - Andrew Doyle - Is Social Justice A Religion?
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Sep 5, 2022 
Andrew Doyle, a comedian and writer known for his alter ego Titania McGrath, dives into the parallels between modern social justice movements and organized religion. He discusses how today’s activists echo the fervor of the Salem witch trials, bringing light to the dangers of ideological tyranny. The conversation tackles the evolving definitions of attraction, critiques cultural expectations, and examines the complexities surrounding identity and intersectionality. Doyle also addresses the emotional toll of engaging with cultural discourse in a digital age.
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Stonewall's Definition of Homosexual
- Andrew Doyle criticizes Stonewall's redefinition of "homosexual" to "same-sex attracted".
- He argues that this redefinition misrepresents the attraction of gay men to men, not just those who identify as men.
Self-Declared Hotness
- Andrew Doyle mocks a woman who declared herself "hot" while eating spaghetti in workout clothes.
- He questions the idea of self-declared hotness and points out the subjectivity of attractiveness.
Ben Shapiro's Terrifying Presence
- Podcast Movement apologized for Ben Shapiro's presence, claiming it caused "harm".
- Doyle ridiculed the apology and the idea that Shapiro's presence was a threat.
