Judah Friedman, Ben Stein
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Denier, Deplorable, Very Dangerous, and Invoking Tropes.
Denier, Deplorable, Very Dangerous, and Invoking Tropes.
Denier, Deplorable, Very Dangerous, and Invoking Tropes.
Wednesday 21st September 2022
Ben Stein and Judah Friedman discuss the power of language, communist influence in Hollywood, and the importance of a strong medical system.
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Get the buttons here!Words That Wound: Ben Stein on Language, Tropes, and Hidden Histories
The left uses very tropey words, from deplorable to denier, very Nazi-esque words. Well, there were their tropes because they are so commonly associated with something really horrible, which is name it, being a holocaust denier, and that that really is an evil thing to do to be a holocaust denier, because the holocaust was an undeniable, unquestionable fact, a fact of such horror that it's unbelievable.
Ever thought about how words can shape our reality? Ben Stein and Judah Friedman dig deep into this very topic. They explore how certain phrases, like 'deplorable' and 'denier', have been weaponized to manipulate public perception. The conversation doesn’t stop there. They also uncover the often-overlooked history of communist influence in Hollywood and government circles. Ben shares personal insights about his health journey and the significance of a robust medical system.
If you’re curious about the power of language and its far-reaching effects, this episode offers a compelling listen.