I discuss the Clint Eastwood film “Gran Torino,” and why instead of a clever politically incorrect movie, it’s a tragic story of an aging American who serves as an allegory for what is happening in the country right now.
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I discuss the concept of “missing out,” how to track whether or not you’re truly making progress or being productive with your time, and the danger of the “mule mindset” when it comes to productivity.
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I discuss the concept of “safe spaces,” what it actually means, why there are tons of fake, manufactured ones, and how the destruction of these spaces in favor of a longhouse-style space is the cause of many problems plaguing Western society and culture.
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I discuss the Batman mythology via the comic books/animated series/movies and raise an interesting question that really hasn’t been asked before regarding Bruce Wayne’s inability to move on from his parents’ murder, which has comparisons to George Bailey’s conundrum in “It’s A Wonderful Life.”
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Perchance to Dream (I incorrectly called it Dreams to Dream in the podcast)
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I discuss whether or not the American Dream is dead (kind of), how atomization has contributed to its downfall, and possible ways to create a new version of it for the up-and-coming generation (if they’re willing).
Referenced links:
Old Glory Club: Why We Must Always Remember The Alamo
Investopedia: The American Dream Now Costs $3.4 Million
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I chat about the “muh real men” online movement and my own thoughts on what makes a man “a real man.”
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I discuss the right’s problem with constantly critiquing wokeism in entertainment while never promoting its own artists.
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I tangent for 15 minutes discussing my new basement project, then explain why young men need to avoid extremely online groups and focus on meaningful activities in their 20s.
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In this episode I discuss the concept of self-awareness and how having it or lacking it affect people’s interactions and perceptions of reality.
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In this episode I discuss urban v. rural living, how technology enslaves as much as it liberates, Elon Musk’s trying to buy twitter, and why futuristic optimism is the way forward.
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