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Diet Triggered Severe Reaction
- Jordan Peterson described a catastrophic reaction after breaking a restrictive diet, claiming 25 days without sleep and overwhelming terror.
- He linked it to sulfites in apple cider and said the episode lasted about a month and forced medical intervention.
Benzos Worked But Carry Risks
- The hosts note Peterson was prescribed clonazepam (Klonopin) for severe anxiety after his reaction and improved briefly.
- They highlight benzodiazepines' strong sedative effect and similarity to alcohol, underscoring addiction risk.
Peterson As A Gateway To Far-Right Views
- As Peterson rose to fame, his public positions shifted from mainstream conservative to flirtations with far-right rhetoric and gateway-to-extremism patterns.
- The hosts cite research showing many viewers who engage with his content later interact with far-right material on YouTube.