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Dec 2024
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507. The Insanity of Woke Psychologists ...

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson
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Dr. Jordan B. Peterson sits down with researcher and Rutgers University Professor of Psychology Lee Jessim. They discuss the denial of Left-wing authoritarianism across academia, how Lee’s research proved such authoritarianism exists, the backlash and attempted cancellations he received for his work, and how he not only survived the battle, but also garnered a promotion as a result.

 

This episode was filmed on December 7th, 2024.

 

 

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