

James Lindsay - Episode #341
13 snips Dec 11, 2024
James Lindsay, a political commentator and author known for his insightful critiques on wokeness and critical theory, joins the conversation. He shares his recent clash with some of Michael's friends and recounts a hilarious prank pulled on Christian Nationalists. The duo dives into whether today’s woke culture is a byproduct of early Marxism and discusses the complexities of political language, particularly the meaning of 'woke.' Lindsay also emphasizes the role of humor in countering authoritarianism and maintaining friendships across political divides.
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2024 Election Parallels
- The 2024 election previewed the UK's trajectory with Keir Starmer's Fabian socialist win.
- Kamala Harris's potential presidency mirrored this, intensifying existing trends like immigration and social programs.
2016 WEF Predictions
- James Lindsay recalls being naive in 2016, unaware of WEF's publications about societal transformation.
- He highlights WEF's "You Will Own Nothing and Be Happy" article from 2016.
Doge Initiative
- James Lindsay expresses cautious optimism towards "Doge," a government efficiency initiative led by Elon Musk and Vivek.
- He acknowledges potential libertarian concerns regarding future administrations' use of such a tool.