Cancel Culture & Political Dysfunction with Ezra Klein [S2 Ep.24]

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Jul 30, 2021

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ANECDOTE

Ezra's Early Academic Struggles

Ezra Klein discusses his poor 2.2 GPA in high school despite being intelligent.
He attributes this to attentional issues and a learning style better suited for reading and conversation.

INSIGHT

Adderall Overprescription Concerns

Klein reflects on the overprescription of Adderall, finding it alarming that children are often prescribed higher doses than he's ever taken.
He acknowledges its utility for focus but expresses concern about its intensity and potential for misuse.

INSIGHT

Cancel Culture as Economic Phenomenon

Ezra Klein argues that "cancel culture" is primarily an economic phenomenon driven by social media and employers' reactions.
Cancellations occur when public attention threatens profits, regardless of ideology.

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Welcome to another episode of Conversations with Coleman.

My guest today who probably needs no introduction is Ezra Klein. Ezra Klein is a Journalist and Political Writer. He co-founded Vox before leaving for the New York Times where he's now a Columnist. He also hosts the podcast The Ezra Klein Show, which I've been listening to for many years.

Ezra and I talk about a wide range of subjects. We talk about his background as a smart kid who got horrible grades, the over prescription of Adderall to children, Cancel Culture, Race-Conscious Public Policy, and how the American Political System could become healthier.

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