Decoding the Gurus Special Episode: Is Eric Weinstein Feynman-Negative?
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Oct 30, 2020 
Eric Weinstein, known for his thought-provoking analysis in The Portal, delves into the concept of 'Seberging' and Milgram-negative individuals. The discussion challenges the term 'fake news,' suggesting it may be a creation of elite factions. They also critique modern leadership's confusion between vulnerability and authority. With humor, they navigate the convoluted landscape of political discourse and social media censorship, raising questions about personal belief and societal narratives.
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Community Discord and Criticism
- Eric Weinstein expressed disappointment with his community members leaking his private conversations.
- He considered criticisms about his lack of publications illegitimate and threatened to end his podcast.
Fake News as Fake Narrative
- Eric Weinstein claims the "fake news" panic is a manufactured narrative.
- He suggests institutions use it to control elections and suppress dissent.
Seberging and Reputational Destruction
- Eric Weinstein uses Gene Seberg's story to illustrate how institutions use media to destroy lives.
- He coins the term "Seberging" for this phenomenon.