How to Slay a Wizard

Owen Benjamin's How to Slay a Wizard examines modern persuasion techniques he calls 'word spells,' arguing that media and elites use rhetoric and narratives to manipulate public perception.

Drawing on personal experience in comedy and media, Benjamin analyzes examples from politics, health messaging, and cultural institutions to show how language shapes beliefs.

He frames these tactics historically and rhetorically, offering readers tools to recognize and resist manipulation.

The book blends memoir, cultural criticism, and practical insights aimed at increasing individual independence from dominant narratives.

Benjamin positions the work as a guide to reclaiming truth and personal autonomy amid pervasive social engineering.