152: Trust, Renaissance, and Living a Middle Way Life

They begin by delving into the lack of trust in election results, the challenges of controlling a spaceship remotely, and conspiracy theories surrounding Stanley Kubrick's death. The conversation then shifts to movies, video games, diversity, and corruption in human endeavors. Dutch shares his cynicism and narrates a story highlighting the unpredictability of conversion and change. Chris and Dutch explore the possibility of a renaissance and the impact of inflation on the economy. They discuss the concept of a low trust society, contrasting it with a high trust society. They point out how society seems to be moving towards a low trust state, where people are less inclined to follow rules and laws, citing examples such as individuals not stopping at stop signs. They examine potential reasons for this shift and note the lack of enforcement or consequences for rule-breaking. The hosts touch on various topics, including lawlessness, the Bible, and the concept of moderation. They also mention a TV show called "The Good Place," which approaches philosophy in a comedic manner. Moving forward, Dutch and Chris discuss the importance of social proof, the TV series "Citadel," and the notion of living a middle way life. They also express their observations on the lack of shame in society when it comes to not assisting family members. Towards the end of the episode, Chris and Dutch critique the introduction of a TV show, specifically the decision to air a season for kids on a Wednesday night. They express their dissatisfaction with the execution and perceived lack of thoughtful planning.