The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway No Mercy / No Malice: Emissions
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Mar 11, 2023 The podcast delves into the environmental consequences of converting resources like fossil fuels, highlighting both their value creation and harmful emissions. It contrasts the inefficiencies in food production, specifically livestock's carbon impact, with the wealth accumulation from the attention economy. The troubling effects of social media manipulation on mental health and public discourse are examined, stressing the importance of recognizing biases. Finally, it emphasizes the need for civil discourse and collective action to combat climate change amid societal polarization.
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Emissions of the Attention Economy
- The attention economy converts attention into profit, benefiting a few while harming the rest with rage and polarization.
- This polarization hinders our ability to address critical issues like inequality and climate change.
Rage and Tribalism as Business Models
- Digital platforms' algorithms amplify rage and tribalism, maximizing profits.
- Traditional media, driven by profit, contributes to this by exploiting these emotions.
Murdoch's Testimony
- Rupert Murdoch admitted to pushing false stories about Dominion voting machines despite knowing they were untrue.
- He prioritized profit over truth, demonstrating how the pursuit of 'green' fuels harmful emissions.