Judah Friedman, Ben Stein
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Whoopi's Little Nazi Problem
Whoopi's Little Nazi Problem
Whoopi's Little Nazi Problem
Wednesday 28th December 2022
Ben Stein and Judah Friedman discuss America's historical ignorance using Whoopi Goldberg as an example. Don't miss this eye-opening episode.
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Get the buttons here!Whoopi Goldberg and the Perils of Historical Ignorance
When you start bastardizing history and bastardizing religion, we are where we're at right now, and they are very well on their way to bastardizing history. - Ben Stein
Ever wondered how much the average person really knows about history? In this episode of 'The World According to Ben Stein', Ben Stein and co-host Judah Friedman take a hard look at the alarming gaps in historical knowledge among Americans. Using Whoopi Goldberg as a case study, they highlight how even public figures can embody widespread ignorance. At 67, Goldberg is a Baby Boomer, but her lack of understanding is not unique to her generation.
Millennials and Gen Z, they argue, often know even less. Ben and Judah don't just stop at pointing out the problem. They dig into why this ignorance is so dangerous, especially when it comes to understanding complex issues like race and religion. How many people know it was illegal to be Jewish in Nazi Germany? Or that Jimmy Carter's decision to allow the Shah of Iran to be deposed was a monumental foreign policy blunder?
The hosts stress the importance of accurate historical education and the role media should play in informing the public. But it's not all doom and gloom. The conversation also touches on the need for critical thinking and how society can move forward. They discuss Biden's alleged racism, the symbolism of Nazi uniforms, and the broader implications of bastardizing history and religion. Ben's passionate take?
'When you start distorting history and religion, you end up where we are now.'
This episode is a wake-up call for anyone concerned about the state of education and public discourse in America. It's raw, engaging, and eye-opening, making it a must-listen for those who care about the truth and its impact on our society.