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Filmmaker Daniel Lombroso on How To Stay Sane Amidst Radicalization

Nov 25, 2020
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Daniel Lombroso
Daniel Lombroso, a filmmaker and journalist from New York City, digs deep into the dark side of social media and its role in radicalization. He discusses how emotional and provocative content fuels extremist movements, paralleling the spread of dangerous ideologies to infectious diseases. Emphasizing the importance of empathy, he critiques the 'fuck your feelings' attitude in today's political climate and advocates for navigating social discourse with reason. Lombroso also highlights the need for connection and purpose as antidotes to hate.
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ANECDOTE

Extreme Content Thrives

  • Emotional and extreme content thrives online, particularly within right-wing circles.
  • Mike Cernovich's extreme tweets about Hillary Clinton's health exemplify this.
INSIGHT

Radicalization by Algorithm

  • The pursuit of attention can radicalize individuals, as seen with figures in the documentary.
  • They get caught in a feedback loop, craving more likes and engagement, leading to extremism.
INSIGHT

Infectious Ideas

  • The white nationalist movement operates like an infection, spreading harmful ideas.
  • The documentary White Noise shows how these ideas spread and affect individuals like Richard Spencer.
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