Heterodorx
Left Wing Heresy with Lisa Selin Davis
Aug 23, 2023
Guest Lisa Selin Davis, a prolific writer and researcher, explores the challenges of being a 'bad Lefty' and the importance of discussions without labels. The chapter also touches on defending free speech, experiences with activist groups and contemplating detransition, the struggles of being a 'bad Lefty', the influence of liberalism and compliance, and the antidote to AI and the limitations of freedom.
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- The importance of valuing diversity of thought within heterodox communities and the challenge of maintaining individual opinions.
- The need for curiosity and empathy in discussions, fostering understanding and avoiding unnecessary conflicts.
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Heterodox Community and Disillusionment with the Left
The podcast episode delves into the experience of being part of a heterodox community and explores the speaker's growing disillusionment with the Left. They discuss the impact of orthodoxy, the challenge of maintaining individual opinions within a community, and the struggle to find common ground with people who hold different views. The speaker reflects on the changing dynamics of the Left and the importance of valuing diversity of thought.
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