Behind the Bastards We Read The Dilbert Guy's Attempt to Make Trump into a Religion
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Aug 17, 2023 Garrison Davis joins Robert to discuss Scott Adams' attempt to make Trump into a religion. They explore Adams' background, Trump's persuasion skills, the influence of algorithms, and Scott's ultra-liberal views on abortion and marijuana legalization. They also delve into mass delusions, Trump's stance on climate change, prepared insults, and discuss various advertisements and sponsors.
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Scott Adams's Transformation
- Robert Evans and guests discuss Scott Adams's book, "Win Bigly."
- They explore Adams's shift from Dilbert creator to political commentator and his fascination with Trump.
Trump as Magician
- Scott Adams's belief in affirmations and hypnosis influenced his perception of Trump's persuasion skills.
- He saw Trump as a magician manipulating minds, not just a politician.
Two Realities
- Scott Adams's reality split into two after Trump's CNN interview.
- In one, Trump lost; in the other, he won, redeeming Adams's predictions.