DarkHorse Podcast Katie Herzog | Bret Weinstein's DarkHorse Podcast #6
Nov 14, 2019
Katie Herzog, a writer for The Stranger known for her sharp and humorous take on social issues, teams up with Bret Weinstein to tackle the nuances of today's political landscape. They discuss the art of apology in relationships and the challenges of being labeled 'good' in a polarized world. The conversation explores the evolving role of humor in human interaction, the replication crisis in science, and climate narratives affecting younger generations. Herzog and Weinstein also critique modern 'witch hunts' and the complexities surrounding gender identity, advocating for nuanced dialogues.
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Trump Voter Interview
- Katie Herzog recounts interviewing a Trump voter, a former Democrat, to understand his reasoning.
- The voter explained his dislike for Hillary Clinton stemmed from perceived elitism and condescension, rather than policy differences.
Climate Change Concerns
- Katie Herzog expresses concern about the replication crisis in science, particularly regarding climate change.
- Despite trusting the scientific method, she questions the reliability of activist-filtered information and scientific findings due to potential biases.
Replication Crisis Origins
- Bret Weinstein explains that the replication crisis stems from perverse incentives within academic science, not just social science.
- The pressure to publish positive results leads to a biased sample of studies, obscuring the true state of research.