Decoding the Gurus Supplementary Material 2: Dissident Dialogues, Bloodbaths, & Genocidal Debates
Mar 22, 2024
Exploring dissident dialogues, bloodbaths, and genocidal debates with Sam Harris devotees. Trumpian media criticism, Lex Fridman's Israel-Palestine debate, and Finkelstein vs. Destiny. Dive into dangerous ideas and the dynamics of guru idolization.
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Fan Reactions
- Chris shares YouTube comments from Sam Harris fans on their interview.
- Some fans were upset when Chris and Matt interrupted Harris.
Avoid Idolizing
- Lex Fridman advises against idolizing anyone.
- He emphasizes that everyone, including great achievers, is flawed.
The IDW Returns
- Chris notes the "Dissident Dialogues" conference features similar figures as the Intellectual Dark Web (IDW).
- He points out that this type of "renegade intellectual" gathering persists despite changing members.