In this conversation, Professor Jason Blakely, an associate professor of political science and author of "Lost in Ideology," unravels the complexities of modern ideologies. They discuss the limits of data in politics and how personal stories shape our beliefs. The chat explores how the tech bro mentality has shifted over time and critiques the misconceptions of objectivity in discourse. Blakely also highlights the foundational differences between liberalism and conservatism, advocating for empathetic engagement with opposing views for meaningful dialogue.

Associate professor of political science, Jason Blakely, critiques treating social sciences like natural sciences, explores the concept of 'Psi-ops' in social sciences, and emphasizes the importance of storytelling and interpretation in understanding human behavior and social dynamics.