Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg Sexuality and Dominance Hierarchies (with Malcolm Collins)
Jan 13, 2021
Malcolm Collins, a neuroscientist-turned-entrepreneur, shares his insights on the intricacies of sexuality and dominance hierarchies. He critiques outdated paradigms in sexual research, revealing surprising findings about human attraction that challenge conventional views. The discussion delves into how dominance dynamics shape emotional behavior and societal structures, linking these concepts to governance. Collins emphasizes the importance of innovative research methods in understanding the diverse spectrum of sexual experiences, while addressing the ethical dilemmas surrounding sensitive topics.
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Preserving Sentience
- Malcolm Collins's main goal is preserving sentience, defined as the ability to process and evaluate new ideas.
- He views this as a crucial fight against harmful memetic sets spreading online.
Idea Velocity
- Filter bubbles and high idea velocity online hinder idea evolution.
- Increased exposure and mutation opportunities online accelerate meme spread, making it harder to process them effectively.
Offense as Idea Filter
- Our "offense detector" helps us identify worldview-challenging ideas.
- However, political ideologies often misuse offense to justify ignoring competing ideas, hindering intellectual growth.
