Yaron Brook Show "Doomerism" and How to Avoid It | Yaron Brook Show
Sep 27, 2023
The podcast explores the concept of 'doomerism' and ways to avoid it. It discusses the negative mindset prevalent in society and its manifestations, as well as the influence of intellectuals and motivations behind promoting doomerism. The speakers emphasize the importance of challenging pessimistic assumptions, focusing on progress, and maintaining perspective. They also discuss the benefits of technology, address the criticism of capitalism, and encourage spreading objectivism and freedom.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Appeal for Support, New Sponsor, and Public Speaking Workshop Announcement
03:58 • 2min
Doomerism and its Ideology
06:09 • 8min
Fear of Judgment Day and Ignorance
14:06 • 2min
Doomerism: Manifestations and Exaggerated Fears
16:23 • 11min
The Influence of Intellectuals and Profiting from Doomerism
27:48 • 4min
Exploring Doomerism and the Pessimistic View of the Future
32:07 • 12min
The Benefits of Technology and Concern for the Future
43:55 • 6min
The Battle for Progress
49:33 • 8min
Perspective on the Current Situation
57:51 • 3min
Doomerism: Overcoming Fear and Catastrophizing
01:00:31 • 11min
Appreciating the Modern World and Addressing Doomers
01:11:29 • 15min
Viewership Numbers, Potential Challenges, and an Advertisement
01:26:16 • 3min
Avoiding Doomerism and Spreading Objectivism
01:29:28 • 25min
Book Analysis, Critique of Determinism, and Call for Freedom in Latin America
01:54:09 • 4min