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Book Review: The Selfish Gene

Book Review: The Selfish Gene



In this special international episode of Decoding the Gurus, Chris and Matt jump on the hottest online topic and devote an hour to reviewing Richard Dawkins' influential work from the 1970s, The Self…


Published on 1 year, 1 month ago

Interview with Flint Dibble (Round 2): Battling Pseudo Archaeology & Sharing Science

Interview with Flint Dibble (Round 2): Battling Pseudo Archaeology & Sharing Science


Episode 113


We return to the world of lost civilizations, pseudo-archaeology, and real archaeology with Cardiff University archaeologist Flint Dibble. Sadly the senior member of the Decoding team was absent for …


Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

John Vervaeke and Jordan Peterson: Word Worshipers

John Vervaeke and Jordan Peterson: Word Worshipers


Episode 112


That's right—we’re back in the heady world of sense-making, but don't worry, we're just in time to witness the final resolution of the ever-looming 'Meaning Crisis.'

Join Matt and Chris as they embark…


Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Supplementary Material 16: Riding a Phoenix to Rescue the Gurusphere

Supplementary Material 16: Riding a Phoenix to Rescue the Gurusphere



We plunge ever deeper into the convoluted world of guru punditry and are dazzled at the theatrics at the 'Rescue the Republic' event, inspired by the profound insights of Eric Weinstein on political …


Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Gurometer: Dr. K (Bonus Preview)

Gurometer: Dr. K (Bonus Preview)


Episode 111


There are many different systems for quantifying a person's essential essence. You could use an Ayurvedic questionnaire to determine your doshic levels, you could consult an astrologer to identify yo…


Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Decoding Academia 30: Sadistic Trolls love Dark Humour *Preview*

Decoding Academia 30: Sadistic Trolls love Dark Humour *Preview*



This is a preview episode to remind those who might be interested that we have a bonus Decoding Academia series, available at the Patreon at the Revolutionary Genius tier and above, which is now up t…


Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Darryl Cooper, Nazi Apologetics, & Disturbances in the Discourse

Darryl Cooper, Nazi Apologetics, & Disturbances in the Discourse


Episode 110


Join Matt and Chris for a deep dive into the discourse created by Darryl Cooper’s controversial interview with Tucker Carlson. The decoders tackle Cooper’s revisionist takes on Winston Churchill, Hit…


Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Supplementary Material 15: Russian Stooges, Lex Love-bombs, and Heterodox Hypocrisy

Supplementary Material 15: Russian Stooges, Lex Love-bombs, and Heterodox Hypocrisy



We rip off the unconvincing plastic mask to reveal the true gurus lurking underneath and discuss:

Russian Propaganda and Influencer ScandalProfit Incentives in Alternative Media and the Need for Discl…


Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Dr. K (Part 3): Therapeutic Non-Therapy

Dr. K (Part 3): Therapeutic Non-Therapy


Episode 109


Join Matt and Chris as they conclude their deep dive into the content of Dr. K, the streaming psychiatrist behind Healthy Gamer GG. In previous episodes, they explored his promotion of Ayurvedic medi…


Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Supplementary Materials 14: Return to the Gurusphere

Supplementary Materials 14: Return to the Gurusphere



World travels complete the Guru Decoders reconvene to examine how the Gurusphere has been behaving in their absence. Bad news abounds.

Featuring:

Introduction and Hosts' ReunionChris's Travel Tales Cul…


Published on 1 year, 3 months ago





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