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David Pinsof — Everything is Bullshit (EP.161)

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May 18, 2023
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Bullshit vs. Lying

  • Bullshitting, unlike lying, shows disregard for truth, not necessarily misrepresenting it.
  • Bullshitters aim to achieve social goals, often enhancing status, regardless of truth.
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Bullshit and Status

  • Most bullshitting happens in status-seeking situations, where people try to appear superior.
  • Politics and persuasion-heavy fields are rife with bullshit, as seen with Edward Bernays' work.
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Social Tolerance of Bullshit

  • Lying is morally condemned, while bullshitting can be seen as socially beneficial.
  • We dislike liars but tolerate bullshitters, potentially due to their ability to enhance our status.
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