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“Wokeness” Silences Voices with Jennifer Sey - The Vivek ShowIn this episode, Vivek Ramaswamy and Jennifer Sey engage in a thought-provoking conversation about the definition and potential dangers of "woke" culture, particularly in relation to free speech and corporate America. Jennifer Sey, a former executive who left her job after expressing an unpopular opinion on school closures, shares her personal experiences navigating the world of wokeness. They discuss the impact of wokeness on various aspects of society, including the creation of hostile work environments, censorship, and the importance of maintaining apolitical spaces in a diverse democracy. Jennifer Anne Sey is a former artistic gymnast, author, and business executive born in 1969. She has an impressive athletic background, having been a seven-time member of the U.S. Women's National Team and winning the 1986 U.S. Women's All-Around National Championship. Sey also represented the U.S. in international competitions such as the 1985 Women's World Championships and the 1986 Goodwill Games. After retiring from gymnastics, Sey transitioned to the business world, where she has had a successful career. -- Learn more about my campaign: Vivek2024.com -- Time-codes: 00:00 - Vivek Ramaswamy talks about the debate surrounding the definition of "woke" and how it's used by different groups. 00:27 - Vivek defines "woke" in neutral terms and highlights the potential dangers it poses, including increased division and a culture of fear. 01:56 - The impact of wokeness on corporate America, the creation of hostile work environments, and viewpoint discrimination. 03:08 - How wokeness threatens free speech culture and the importance of free speech for discovering the truth. 03:29 - The consequences of censorship, illustrated by the COVID lab leak theory and the school closure debate during the COVID-19 pandemic. 05:02 - Introduction of Jennifer Sey, a former executive who lost her job for expressing an unpopular opinion about school closures. 06:34 - Jennifer Sey's journey in climbing the corporate hierarchy, achieving success, and the events that led to her departure from the corporate world. 00:07:38 - The guest shares her experience traveling to Moscow in 1986 as a national gymnast and trading Levi's 501s with Russian athletes. 00:08:11 - The guest discusses her first book, which exposed the culture of abuse and cruelty in gymnastics, and how she was an early advocate for the sexual abuse issue in the sport. 00:08:38 - She talks about the Larry Nassar case and how it led to her redemption in the public eye. 00:12:40 - The guest begins discussing her concerns about the negative impact of prolonged school closures and other restrictions on children during the pandemic, such as closed playgrounds, masking of toddlers, and the lack of age stratification of risk. 00:13:39 - The guest explains how her own children were affected by the school closures, and how she was outspoken on social media about the situation, particularly for low-income families who were likely struggling even more. 00:15:15 - The guest talks about her move to Twitter, where she connected with doctors and experts to ask questions, and eventually started to lead rallies in San Francisco and attend school board meetings in an effort to make a change. 00:15:50 - Guest talks about working from home and attending school board meetings virtually during the pandemic. 00:16:23 - Fall of 2020, the guest is informed that people are noticing and don't like what they're saying about reopening schools. 00:19:39 - The guest is incensed by the hypocrisy of those who were criticizing her, as they were sending their own children to in-person private schools while denying access to public school children. 00:24:17 - The guest discusses an example of protected speech, showcasing the irony of being silenced for advocating for school reopening. 00:28:38 - The speaker questions why it is not acceptable to share a viewpoint that challenges orthodoxy on a national platform. 00:36:38: The guest recounts the $1 million offer they received to remain silent about their separation from their previous employer. 00:42:09 - Chip Berg, the CEO of Levi's, is criticized for his lack of courage and support for free speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Art of the Culture War: Revealing the Strategies of the Left with James Lindsay - The Vivek ShowIn this eye-opening discussion, U.S. Presidential Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy and cultural critic James Lindsay delve into the tactics and strategies used by the left in the ongoing culture war. They discuss the challenges within the current political landscape, the rise of the ESG movement, and the strategic maneuvers used to demoralize and exhaust creative problem-solving. Together, they expose the hidden playbook of their opponents and emphasize the need to address the root causes of cultural and political issues. The conversation provides valuable insights into the long-term strategies employed by activist groups to infiltrate and subvert institutions. James Lindsay is a renowned cultural critic, author, and speaker, best known for his incisive analysis of critical theory, social justice ideologies, and the culture wars. Holding a Ph.D. in mathematics, Lindsay transitioned from academia to focus on examining the philosophical underpinnings and real-world implications of postmodern thought and identity politics. He has co-authored several influential books, including "Cynical Theories: How Activist Scholarship Made Everything about Race, Gender, and Identity—and Why This Harms Everybody" and "How to Have Impossible Conversations: A Very Practical Guide." Lindsay's work has garnered attention from various media outlets, and he frequently shares his insights through public speaking engagements and on his social media platforms. As a thought leader, he strives to promote open dialogue, critical thinking, and intellectual honesty in a rapidly changing sociopolitical landscape. Time Codes: 00:00 - Vivek introduces the water balloon analogy to describe the shifting of problems in politics and culture. 00:33 - Critique of Republican politicians for their limited understanding of the culture war. 01:15 - Vivek discusses the rise of the ESG movement and its implications for capitalism. 03:06 - Importance of puncturing the metaphorical water balloon and addressing root issues. 03:32 - Emphasizing understanding the "why" behind actions rather than just focusing on the "what." 04:24 - The role of accreditation bodies in influencing private schools. 05:09 - Introduction to James Lindsay and their shared intellectual journey. 08:12 - The importance of operational thinking in addressing societal issues. 08:20 - James Lindsay on how Antifa provokes law enforcement to create chaos at protests. 09:15 - Introduction to the tactics manual "Beautiful Trouble." 10:07 - The principle "Your real action is your target's reaction" and its relation to operational thinking. 10:57 - Comparison of these tactics to Sun Tzu's "The Art of War" and the importance of understanding the opposition's strategies. 12:01 - Danger of underestimating opponents who are more strategic and focused on long-term goals. 13:33 - Discussion of the "black pill" mentality, representing a fatalistic view of the future. 15:18 - The importance of not falling into the trap of limited creativity and stepping into pre-set directions. 18:02 - Explanation of how accrediting bodies have been captured by proponents of diversity, equity, and inclusion. 23:21 - Explanation of the Long March through the Institutions strategy and its influence on modern ideologies. 25:21 - Discussion on how the "infection" game only works on individuals susceptible to ideological00:31:49 - James Lindsay talks about the concept of "legitimation by ology" in a post-modern world, highlighting the use of false logic and consensus for validation. 00:32:43 - Lindsay explains how the left has weaponized post-modern theories and critical theories, using moral consensus to legitimize their ideas. 00:33:56 - He highlights how activists strategically target choke points and monopolies of influence, comparing their tactics to wartime strategies. 00:35:22 - The conversation ties ESG and school choice together, emphasizing the importance of thinking at scale and fighting back legally when necessary. 00:45:12 - Vivek points out that companies and institutions are rebranding ESG as "sustainable finance" in response to criticism. 00:45:50 - James and Vivek discuss how CRT proponents use the same tactics, denying its presence in schools and instead claiming they are practicing "culturally relevant teaching." 00:47:08 - They mention Greta Thunberg receiving an honorary doctorate of theology, reflecting the religious nature of climate activism. 00:47:32 - James emphasizes that CRT is the operative concept behind culturally relevant pedagogy and that understanding this connection requires diligent research. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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