The New Founding Podcast How Mobs Work - Joe Rigney | #53
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Oct 4, 2024 In a thought-provoking discussion, Joe Rigney, Associate Pastor and author, dives into the formation of mobs through a historical lens, particularly referencing Shakespeare's 'Julius Caesar.' He explores the dangers of unchecked passions and the often selfish nature of empathy, connecting these themes to modern societal dynamics. Rigney also critiques the imbalance in justice today and emphasizes the importance of accountability, while engaging with the complexities of gender roles in leadership, ultimately calling for resilient institutions grounded in values.
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Brutus's Envy
- Shakespeare's Julius Caesar depicts Brutus's envy of Caesar, masked by honor.
- Brutus rationalizes Caesar's assassination as duty, a familiar modern theme.
Mob Mentality
- Cassius, overtly envious, manipulates Brutus, the "true believer," into assassinating Caesar.
- A mob, fueled by passions, kills Cinna the poet after Caesar's assassination, highlighting how easily violence escalates.
Bureaucracy and Evil
- Bureaucrats, like those in Nazi Germany, cause great evil through seemingly mundane actions.
- They believe they can control unleashed passions, but history shows this is a dangerous illusion.