PBD Podcast 'The Gadfather' - Gad Saad | PBD Podcast | Ep. 164
Jun 14, 2022
Gad Saad, a Lebanese-born Canadian Professor of Marketing renowned for blending evolutionary psychology with consumer behavior, joins the conversation. He discusses his personal journey and insights on the challenges of academia and taxation. Gad dives into the impact of woke ideologies on scientific merit in research, explores evolving perceptions of gender in media, and critiques the political landscape's focus on the middle ground. With humor and depth, he shares thoughts on identity, public influence, and the importance of logical dialogue in today's society.
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Honesty in Politics
- Gad Saad believes politicians need duplicity and Machiavellianism.
- He thinks honest individuals like him and Jordan Peterson are ill-suited for politics.
Leadership Academy
- Patrick Bet-David suggests an academy to train future leaders.
- He envisions a program where they learn history, strategy, and Machiavellian tactics.
Universities and Critical Thinking
- Gad Saad argues that universities used to train people in critical thinking and debate.
- He laments the loss of these skills in modern academia.
