David Boyle

I'm Quitting Alcohol

David Boyle

  • 5 Years 181 days - Deep Divin

5 Years 181 days - Deep Divin

Saturday 9th November 2024

Join David Boyle as he dives deep into intellectual heavyweights, questioning his own opinions and exploring the influence of propaganda.
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10 minutes
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I'm Quitting Alcohol
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David Boyle's Intellectual Deep Dive

Episode Overview

  • David Boyle's deep dive into intellectual content.
  • Questioning the origins of personal opinions.
  • Influence of Noam Chomsky on Boyle's values.
  • Re-evaluating climate change beliefs.
  • Humorous take on self-reflection and learning.
The more informed I get on any given subject, it's almost like the less of an opinion I can make.
David Boyle is back with another episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', and this time he's diving deep into the world of intellectual heavyweights. Over the past couple of months, Boyle has been immersing himself in the works of Noam Chomsky, Norman Finkelstein, Chris Hedges, and Jeffrey Sachs, among others. His quest for knowledge has led him to question his own opinions and the sources from which they stem.
Boyle's reflections are both humorous and insightful as he discusses how these intellectuals have influenced his thinking and how he now questions everything he thought he knew. He hilariously admits that the more he learns, the less certain he becomes about his own views, often finding himself unable to form a solid opinion without extensive research.
Boyle also touches on how his core values have shifted to align with those of Chomsky, leading him to question the current state of leftist politics and its divergence from traditional leftist ideals. He even re-evaluates his stance on climate change, realising that his previous opinions were unfounded and likely influenced by propaganda. This episode is a fascinating look at how deep dives into intellectual content can transform one's worldview and challenge preconceived notions.
If you're ready for a blend of comedy, self-reflection, and intellectual exploration, this episode is a must-listen. Boyle's journey from a booze-soaked past to a sober, questioning mind offers plenty of laughs and food for thought.