Modern Wisdom

#575 - Michael Malice - Why You Should Take The White Pill

Jan 12, 2023

Michael Malice, an insightful author and political commentator, delves into the importance of hope against historical atrocities. He shares chilling accounts of Soviet torture and the brutal realities faced during Stalin’s regime. The conversation also features reflections on the resilience shown by individuals confronting oppression, especially during the fall of the Berlin Wall. Malice critiques pervasive cynicism, urging a focus on optimism and the fight for freedom, while discussing how journalism often obscured the truth about these dark times.

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Episode guests

Michael Malice

Highlights

AI Chapters

Episode notes

The Allure of Cynicism

01:57

Why Communism Doesn't Work

00:39

The Psychology of Evil

01:26

Parental Love

00:43

Intro

4min

Playful Anticipation and Imaginary Arguments

2min

Cynicism vs. Hope: Lessons from the Cold War

23min

The Rise and Fall of Revolutionary Ideals

17min

Radical Equality and Its Implications

19min

Survival and Surveillance in Soviet Ukraine

21min

The Depths of Soviet Torture

11min

Walls of Resilience

8min

Diplomacy and Leadership During the Cold War

22min

10.

Exploring Human History: Darkness, Hope, and the Importance of Memory

3min

11.

The Art of Historical Writing

3min

12.

Navigating the Challenges of a Book Launch

3min

Michael Malice is an author, political commentator & podcaster.

The 1900s saw some of the worst atrocities in human history. Evil was abound and the bad guys were on top a lot, with the Soviet Union being one of the most brutal examples. Given this, what reason do we have for any hope in the modern world?

Expect to learn just how brutal the Soviet jails and gulags were, the torture methods used to extract confessions, how the Western Press were complicit in covering up Russian crimes, the incredible heroism and ingenuity used by people to get through the Berlin wall, why the bad guys don't have to win, Michael's justification for there always being hope and much more...

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