This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von E460 Jordan Peterson
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Aug 29, 2023 
Jordan Peterson, a Canadian clinical psychologist and best-selling author, dives deep into a range of compelling topics. He shares insights on transforming pride into determination, the impact of technology on freedom, and the evolving landscape of free speech in the digital age. The discussion touches upon the challenges of censorship and the importance of authentic expression, while also reflecting on personal anecdotes and the complexities of storytelling. Peterson encourages listeners to harness collective intelligence for a hopeful future.
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Rat King Theory
- Theo Von describes a "Rat King" theory for village rat control.
- A dominant rat is made by repeatedly adding rats to a pit until one remains, which is then released to eliminate the others.
Up and Death
- Theo Von recalls the Pixar movie "Up" and its surprising opening scene with the grandmother's death.
- He compares this to how children learn about death through pets and grandparents.
Peterson's Disciplinary Hearing
- Jordan Peterson is facing disciplinary action from the Ontario College of Psychologists for tweets criticizing Trudeau and so-called gender-affirming care.
- He's accused of being a disgrace to the profession and must undergo social media retraining.
