Belief and Indoctrination
Richard discusses the fascinating dynamics behind belief systems, contrasting childhood indoctrination in religion with the more recent emergence of conspiracy theories. He questions why individuals accept outlandish ideas like flat earth theories, suggesting that these beliefs lack the deep-rooted generational transmission seen in religious faith. The conversation highlights the powerful influence of early education and the critical thinking skills that often develop later in life.In this clip
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Richard Dawkins: Evolution, Intelligence, Simulation, and Memes | Lex Fridman Podcast #87
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