The identity of these influencers is not at all surprising—their shameless vanity, ignorance, and narcissism are honestly part of their brands

Maybe individualized, I wouldn't necessarily say "less organized." Bc how do you even define that. If you are implying political consistency, in that some sets of views intrinsically "go together," imo that's more of a reflection of culture atm than an "organized" or "disorganized" value set.

I'm so curious like what changed for Rogan? Like when you went on the pod, he seemed pretty rational and reasonable--that was only what, like 5 years ago? Could you tell then what he would become, on a person-to-person level?

I see what you mean, but maybe it's okay not to be completely caught up on what's happening on social media! Not really a technical fix, but a mindset shift. Just my perspective tho! :)

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It doesn't completely clarify, but it does explain its status as a PBLLC. I'm wondering the same.

I feel like this is how religious figures often consolidate power. "Increasing globalization and interconnected trade routes is too complex, this bubonic plague we are experiencing is actually just divine anger. So start whipping yourself."

Make a genuine effort to look for those critical thinkers. Then, yeah.

In the future, what if every community has its own history textbooks it teaches in school (if it even teaches history...)? How damaging will this be for our collective sense of shared humanity?