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EPISODE · Sep 15, 2025 · 8 MIN

Captain Ahab Had Twitter

from The Saucetown Investor Podcast · host Matt Cox

Dive into "Captain Ahab Had Twitter" as Matthew Cox explores the timeless themes of Moby Dick and how they mirror today’s digital age. Just like Captain Ahab’s obsession, modern internet users often fall prey to confirmation bias, outrage culture, and distorted perceptions fueled by social media. In this thought-provoking conversation, Cox unpacks how the pursuit of validation online can lead us away from truth, making us easy targets for corporate agendas. More than a critique of the internet, this episode challenges listeners to reflect on their own digital habits, recognize the difference between online noise and real-life connections, and resist becoming consumed by obsession.Perfect for anyone interested in the intersection of literature, truth, obsession, and the internet.

Dive into "Captain Ahab Had Twitter" as Matthew Cox explores the timeless themes of Moby Dick and how they mirror today’s digital age. Just like Captain Ahab’s obsession, modern internet users often fall prey to confirmation bias, outrage culture, and distorted perceptions fueled by social media. In this thought-provoking conversation, Cox unpacks how the pursuit of validation online can lead us away from truth, making us easy targets for corporate agendas. More than a critique of the internet, this episode challenges listeners to reflect on their own digital habits, recognize the difference between online noise and real-life connections, and resist becoming consumed by obsession.Perfect for anyone interested in the intersection of literature, truth, obsession, and the internet.

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Dive into "Captain Ahab Had Twitter" as Matthew Cox explores the timeless themes of Moby Dick and how they mirror today’s digital age. Just like Captain Ahab’s obsession, modern internet users often fall prey to confirmation bias, outrage culture,...

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