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Simone's First Thoughts on Jordan Peterson's The 12 Rules for Life
We discuss the aspects of Jordan Peterson's thinking that resonate with us and where we differ. We cover his reliance on archetypes and narratives, his traditional views on gender, and his appeal to …
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago
CPS Was Called On Us!
After a relaxing family vacation, Malcolm and Simone get an alarming call from CPS accusing them of child abuse and neglect. They break down the ridiculous reasons like used clothing, letting kids pl…
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago
AI Safety Orgs are Going to Get Us All Killed!
Malcolm outlines his controversial theory on variable AI risk - that we should try to develop AGI faster, not slower. He argues advanced AI is less likely to see humanity as a threat and more likely …
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago
Why Did Large Breasted Protagonists Disappear from Media?
Malcolm argues the trend toward flat-chested female leads in movies and TV shows reveals an unhealthy demonization of female sexuality by progressives. He traces how vilifying anything that arouses m…
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago
Shaping Culture and Self at the Meta Level
Simone: [00:00:00] So we would also argue that when it comes to crafting culture or changing behavior on a very big meta scale, one of the things you can do that's very meaningful if you are someone …
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago
You Have Been Lied To! The Democratic and Republican Base are Equally Racist
Malcolm argues conservatives have been falsely portrayed as more racist than liberals. He analyzes poll data showing white Democrats were more opposed to a black president and living in mixed neighbo…
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago
Religion As It Relates to Genetics
Malcolm explains his concept of "evolutionary vortexes" - how cultures create bottlenecks selecting for certain sociological profiles over generations. He analyzes examples like Calvinists' happiness…
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago
Should Music Be A Sin?
Description: Malcolm and Simone have a fascinating discussion on the evolutionary origins and cultural purposes of music. They analyze how music builds in-group cohesion, signaling identity, glorifyi…
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago
Are Internet Friends Better than IRL Friends? With Katherine Dee (Default Friend)
Journalist Katherine Dee joins Simone and Malcolm for a deep dive on mediated relationships. They discuss intimacy via screens, "real" internet friends, social media personas, roleplaying communities…
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago
Debate: Are Progressives Genocidal Maniacs Who Hate Diversity?
Malcolm and Simone have an insightful discussion about the paradoxes in progressive culture's view of diversity. They analyze how progressivism claims to value diversity yet enforces ideological conf…
Published on 2 years, 3 months ago