Making Sense with Sam Harris #172 — Among the Deplorables
Oct 21, 2019
In this engaging conversation, Andrew Marantz, a staff writer at The New Yorker and author of "Antisocial," dives into the world of online extremism and social media's impact on politics. He discusses the complexities of guilt by association in journalism and the nuances of maintaining objectivity. The chat touches on the chaotic landscape of troll culture, the dangers of misinformation, and the challenges of addressing racial rhetoric in media discourse. Marantz sheds light on how these elements shape the American conversation today.
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Social Media's Design Flaw
- Social media platforms were not built with content moderation in mind.
- Structural changes, beyond banning accounts, are needed.
Journalistic Objectivity vs. Truth-Telling
- There's a tension between journalistic objectivity and conveying truth.
- Critically analyzing subjects is different from being a stenographer.
The Case of Mike Enoch
- Sam Harris and Andrew Marantz discuss the case of Mike Enoch (pseudonym), an anti-Semite married to a Jewish woman.
- They explore how personal details can complicate judging individuals.
