Modern Wisdom

#219 - Douglas Murray - Permission To Think Differently

Sep 14, 2020

01:20:02

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Douglas Murray, journalist and author, discusses gender, race, and identity issues in 2020. Topics include looting for political change, Ben Shapiro's rapping skills, Douglas' gym routine, and more. The conversation challenges societal norms and promotes critical thinking amidst social justice debates.

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Engage in reasoned dialogue instead of destructive methods like looting to address societal issues.

Challenge false narratives and oppressive ideologies by promoting critical thinking and open discussions.

Resist conformity to extreme ideologies and focus on personal growth through independent thinking and constructive actions.

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Douglas Murray discusses the rise of identity politics and social justice movements

Douglas Murray delves into the inflammatory topics of 2020, focusing on gender, race, and identity politics. He questions the effectiveness of social justice movements in addressing these issues, expressing concerns about the escalating divisions caused by identity-based discussions.

Introduction

5min

Reflections on Societal Changes and Regrets of Omitted Chapters

2min

Defiance Against Cancel Culture

17min

Critique of Naive Perspectives and Extreme Ideologies

11min

Speaking Up: Resisting Conformity and Navigating Societal Pressures

19min

Exploring the Deception of 'Woke Fishing'

3min

Navigating Societal Challenges and Misinformation

22min

Hilarious Dare and Book Promotion Banter with a Guest

2min

Douglas Murray is a journalist, author and associate editor of The Spectator.

Gender, race & identity have been the most inflammatory topics of 2020, Douglas returns today in an effort to throw some sand on the fire of social justice.

Expect to learn whether Douglas is bored of talking about identity politics, whether looting is an effective method for political change, whether Ben Shapiro is a better rapper, what Douglas' gym routine looks like & much more...

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