Decoding the Gurus

Supplementary Material 26: Flint Dibble Interview, Bonding over Outgroup Hate, and Manly Sycophancy

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Apr 12, 2025
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Flint Dibble
Flint Dibble, an insightful archaeologist and friend of the podcast, dives into the latest discoveries about the pyramids of Giza and his experiences since appearing on the Joe Rogan Experience. He discusses the pitfalls of pseudo-archaeology and its ties to harmful ideologies, criticizing flawed research and the impact of public perceptions. Flint also sheds light on the complex dynamics between scientific communication and the allure of dramatic narratives, highlighting the challenges of addressing misinformation in today’s society.
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ANECDOTE

Continued Harassment

  • Flint Dibble discusses ongoing harassment after his Joe Rogan appearance.
  • Rogan mentioned Dibble again with Chris Williamson, prompting a response video.
INSIGHT

Rogan's Heuristics

  • Joe Rogan appears smart but often relies on flawed heuristics.
  • He seems to prefer comfortable narratives over challenging ones, like those presented by Dibble.
ANECDOTE

Neo-Nazi Connections

  • A Daily Express video showed neo-Nazis using Graham Hancock's work for recruitment.
  • Hancock denounced this, but others criticize Dibble for highlighting these connections.
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