Science, the Transgender Phenomenon, and the Young
Presentation at Hillsdale College by Abigail Shrier. Video embedded.
Culture
gay marriage
Is it an ego objective based on an illusion, or is it an expression of true principles over 200?
vanlife or van-dwelling
Some vandwellers live this lifestyle by choice while seeking freedom, self-sufficiency, and mobility without paying for conventional stationary housing, while for others it may be one step from living on the street or in a shelter --wikipedia
masterpiece
a work done with extraordinary skill.
especially : a supreme intellectual or artistic achievement —merriam-webster.com
"Not my problem"
used to show that you do not care about somebody else's difficulties... on the other hand, it may not be your problem
airport safety/security messages
Prerecorded messages instructing security-checked passengers to not accept packages from others, to report unattended luggage, to not smoke, and to observe COVID protocols played at regular intervals, often at high volume.
T/F: women are systematically disadvantaged in western society
Social constructionists argue "that gender roles and gender inequity are instruments of power and have become social norms to maintain control over women" --wikipedia
Illuminati
Many conspiracy theories propose that world events are being controlled and manipulated by a secret society calling itself the Illuminati --wikipedia
"The Force" (Star Wars)
a metaphysical and ubiquitous power in the Star Wars fictional universe. It is manipulated by "Force-sensitive" characters --wikipedia
toxic fandoms (concept)
From ‘Justice League’ to ‘Star Wars,’ Studios Reckon With “Toxic” Fandom --hollywoodreporter.com
drag queen performances
a person, usually male, who uses drag clothing and makeup to imitate and often exaggerate female gender signifiers and gender roles for entertainment purposes --wikipedia
Why I Stand, by [NBA player] Jonathan Isaac
On July 31, 2020, the Orlando Magic starting forward Jonathan Isaac was the lone NBA player not to kneel for the national anthem amid a league-wide demonstration in support of Black Lives Matter --amazon.com
Live and Let Live (global peace movement)
The cost of achieving freedom and peace is that we must agree not to forcefully impose our personal moral views on others --liveandletlive.org
Time 100 Most Influential People 2022
Time makes it clear that entrants are recognized for changing the world, regardless of the consequences of their actions --wikipedia
ivory tower syndrome
insulation from empirical reality, especially in academia