

Ep. 1024 - The Religion Of Wokeness
Jun 4, 2020
The discussion dives into the controversial concept of 'wokeness' as a modern religion demanding conformity and public atonement. Legal implications surrounding the George Floyd case are scrutinized, highlighting the tension between public pressure and justice. The critique of wokeness emphasizes its role in fostering division and undermining American unity. Controversies over dissenting views, especially in Hollywood, shed light on the cost of speaking out against prevailing ideologies. Additionally, polling challenges for the current election are examined.
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Wokeness as Religion
- Wokeness is a religion with catechisms, a constantly changing code, and a priestly caste.
- It demands public atonement rituals and offers performative virtue signaling.
Conflicting Tenets of Wokeness
- The religion of wokeness has conflicting tenets, like "speech is violence" and "silence is violence."
- America has adopted tap dancing and mimicry to avoid violating these rules.
Performative Virtue Signaling
- Wokeness virtue signaling separates believers from non-believers.
- It's designed to absolve individuals of responsibility by shifting blame to others.