The New Founding Podcast Auron MacIntyre - Reign of Foxes | #10
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Jul 19, 2023 Auron MacIntyre explores how bureaucracies and the professional managerial class shape modern life, from credentialing and elite power to the rise of rule-following “foxes.” The conversation also wanders through Twitter’s role in public debate, memes as a communication tool, C.S. Lewis, and how organizations change as they grow.
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Manipulated Narrative
- Auron MacIntyre witnessed a reporter twist a Florida governor's statement on Charlottesville.
- This distorted narrative became the accepted truth despite evidence, showcasing narrative's power.
Effective Twitter Use
- Use Twitter by creating easily shareable memes and insightful short reactions to build an audience.
- Repetition is key, as most followers don't see every tweet.
The Total State Concept
- The "total state" describes how managerial structures permeate all aspects of life, extending beyond formal government.
- This includes unelected bureaucracy, education, media, and even religion, creating a system of control.