#1907 They Use to Know They Were Dumb
#1907 They Use to Know They Were DumbDigest
The podcast begins with Kendall Toul and Galey Alex introducing their new podcast, "Paul Hartley with Kendall and Galey," where they share their personal experiences and insights on building careers, self-worth, and relationships. They explain their motivation for creating the podcast, which is to help listeners learn from their own struggles and successes. They emphasize their authenticity and willingness to be vulnerable. Later, Adam Corolla and Dr. Drew Pinsky discuss the decline in intelligence and critical thinking in society, attributing it to the self-esteem movement and female empowerment movement. They argue that dumb people are now encouraged to believe they are smart, leading to a lack of accountability and a rise in bad policies. They use the movie "Idiocracy" as an example of how society is becoming increasingly dumb, criticizing the glorification of ignorance and the lack of critical thinking. Adam Corolla and Dr. Drew also discuss the quote attributed to Stalin, "One death is a tragedy, a million deaths is a statistic," applying it to the current state of California, where billions of dollars are spent on ineffective programs. They highlight the disconnect between government spending and tangible results.
Outlines
Introduction to Paul Hartley Podcast
Kendall Toul and Galey Alex introduce their new podcast, "Paul Hartley with Kendall and Galey," where they share their personal experiences and insights on building careers, self-worth, and relationships.
Sharing Tragedies and Triumphs
The hosts explain their motivation for creating the podcast, which is to help listeners learn from their own struggles and successes. They emphasize their authenticity and willingness to be vulnerable.
Navigating Life's Challenges
Kendall and Galey acknowledge that they are still navigating life themselves and invite listeners to join them on their journey. They promise to provide support and guidance while also offering humor and encouragement.
Podcast Availability and Subscription
The hosts announce the podcast's launch date (July 17) and encourage listeners to subscribe wherever they get their podcasts.
The Decline of Intelligence and Critical Thinking
Adam Corolla and Dr. Drew Pinsky discuss the decline in intelligence and critical thinking in society, attributing it to the self-esteem movement and female empowerment movement. They argue that dumb people are now encouraged to believe they are smart, leading to a lack of accountability and a rise in bad policies.
Keywords
Dumbification
The process of becoming increasingly ignorant or lacking in intelligence, often due to a decline in critical thinking and a rise in superficiality.
Self-Esteem Movement
A social movement that emphasizes the importance of self-worth and confidence, often without a corresponding emphasis on intellectual development or critical thinking.
Female Empowerment Movement
A social movement that advocates for the rights and equality of women, but can sometimes be misinterpreted as promoting a sense of entitlement or a disregard for intellectual merit.
Idiocracy
A satirical film that depicts a future society where intelligence has declined to the point of absurdity.
Critical Thinking
The ability to analyze information objectively, identify biases, and form well-reasoned conclusions.
Accountability
The state of being responsible for one's actions and their consequences.
Q&A
What is the main argument presented by Adam Corolla and Dr. Drew in this podcast episode?
They argue that society is becoming increasingly dumb due to the self-esteem movement and female empowerment movement, which encourage people to believe they are smart even when they are not. This leads to a lack of accountability and a rise in bad policies.
How do Adam Corolla and Dr. Drew connect the decline in intelligence to the rise of bad policies?
They argue that dumb people are more likely to be swayed by emotional appeals and simplistic solutions, making them susceptible to politicians who promote unrealistic promises and harmful policies.
What is Adam Corolla's criticism of Mark Zuckerberg's apology for censoring information on Facebook?
He criticizes Zuckerberg for not acknowledging the partisan nature of his actions and for not admitting that he interfered in the election by suppressing information about Hunter Biden's laptop and COVID-19.
What is the "bait and switch" argument that Adam Corolla identifies in the discussion about free speech and censorship?
The argument is that while people may agree that the government should not censor speech, they also believe that it is acceptable to censor "dangerous" or "false" ideas, even if those ideas are not actually harmful or false.
What is Adam Corolla's main concern about the current state of politics?
He is concerned that politicians are no longer driven by principles or a desire to serve the public good, but rather by a desire for power and money. He believes that this leads to a lack of accountability and a focus on short-term gains over long-term solutions.
Show Notes
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