Former SJW and co-host of Unsafe Space podcast, Keri Smith, shares their experience of being indoctrinated into social justice ideology, the challenges they faced in transitioning to comedy entertainment, and the impact of movements like Me Too and Black Lives Matter on the entertainment industry. They also discuss the current state of the comic book industry, the psychological effects of mask mandates, and their podcast show 'Unsafe Space'.
Social justice ideology views all problems as a power struggle between identity groups and promotes the redistribution of power.
Challenging beliefs and finding common ground are essential steps in leaving the social justice ideology.
The entertainment industry is embracing social justice themes, but there is still room for non-woke content to break through.
Deep dives
Becoming Indoctrinated into Social Justice
The guest discusses her experience of being indoctrinated into social justice ideology during her time in college over 20 years ago. She explains how she was introduced to critical race theory and queer theory through her minor in women's studies, which she viewed as a kind of religion. She highlights that this belief system operates on the idea of a power struggle between identity groups, and the solution to all problems is seen as redistributing power. She also mentions the redefining of words like racism and sexism in this ideology, which she believes ultimately leads to treating people differently based on race and sex.
Awakening to the Flaws of Social Justice Ideology
The guest shares how her perspective began to shift, starting with watching videos of Trump supporters being assaulted during the 2016 election. She was disturbed by the responses and excuses made by social justice advocates. She then came across Jordan Peterson and began to question her beliefs, recognizing the resentment and narcissism within the ideology. This prompted her to reevaluate her choices and actions in light of whether they aligned with a mindset of resentment or gratitude. She also mentions that leaving this ideology is a slow process and expresses the importance of finding common ground with people still in the belief system.
The Future of Wokeness
When asked if we have reached 'peak woke,' the guest believes that wokeness will continue to escalate. She suggests that it may get worse before it gets better, as younger generations are being indoctrinated at an early age. She predicts that a significant economic downturn may be necessary for people to start questioning the ideology, much like her personal transformation coincided with challenging times in her own life. However, she finds hope in the potential for individuals and creators to circumvent the mainstream industry through independent platforms on the internet, where non-woke content can find an audience.
The Influence of Social Justice in Entertainment
The podcast discusses how social justice has become the predominant belief system in the entertainment industry. It explores how many gatekeepers in the industry are now embracing social justice themes in an attempt to capitalize on its popularity. However, the podcast suggests that there is an opportunity for non-woke content to break through and pave the way for alternative perspectives and themes in entertainment.
The Impact of Victimhood Ideology on Mental Health
The podcast delves into the negative impact of viewing the world through the lens of victimhood and oppression. It highlights how this ideology can be detrimental to mental health, affecting self-confidence, outlook, and personal growth. The podcast also touches on the tendency within social justice circles to discourage expressions of joy and improvement, creating a defeatist mindset and hindering personal well-being.
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