The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad Is Woke Dead? (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_847)
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Jul 9, 2025 
In this enlightening discussion, Gad Saad, an evolutionary psychologist and author, joins Batya Ungar-Sargon, a commentator and former deputy editor at Newsweek, and Matthew Goodwin, a political scientist. They tackle the shifting nature of 'woke' ideology in the UK versus the US, critique identity politics, and dive into the implications of these narratives on academia and free speech. The trio also explores concepts like 'ostrich parasitic syndrome' and the socio-economic distractions of elite narratives, all while examining the intersections of race, class, and citizenship.
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Definition and UK Woke Influence
- Woke ideology is defined as the sacralization of marginalized identities and suspicion of the majority group.
- In the UK, woke remains entrenched especially among elites in politics, media, and education despite being in retreat in the US.
Woke Controls UK Institutions
- UK institutions ignore scientific and legal rulings on gender to maintain woke policies.
- Universities enforce diversity pledges, impeding free speech and academic freedom.
Steps to End Woke in UK
- To end woke, the UK must repeal or reform key laws like the Equality Act and Human Rights Act.
- Remove DEI policies and taxpayer funding from pro-woke institutions.
