Why Israel Resists Woke Madness and the West Fails To Do So (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_784)

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Jan 13, 2025

Gad Saad, a professor and leading voice in evolutionary psychology, delves into the societal impact of victimhood narratives in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. He critiques the disconnect between affluent academia and everyday realities, highlighting flawed ideological beliefs. The conversation reveals tensions between evolutionary science and 'woke' ideologies, as well as the dangers of suppressing unbiased research. Saad also reflects on the cultural transformations in America and the resilience of Israeli society against toxic cultural ideas.

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INSIGHT

Victimology Narrative

The Western victimology narrative frames Jews as oppressors, influencing reactions to events like October 7th.
This emotional response often overrides critical thinking, especially among those in academia.

INSIGHT

Intellectuals and Reality

Intellectuals, detached from reality, create flawed ideas, unlike the working class who face real-world consequences.
This disconnect explains the prevalence of parasitic ideas in humanities versus STEM fields.

ANECDOTE

Bias in Sex Difference Research

Studies on sex differences face bias; findings of female superiority are celebrated, while findings of male superiority are suppressed.
This contradicts the pursuit of unbiased truth in science.

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