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Oliver Anthony

05/19/25

@ Lex Fridman

Politeness can be dangerous, as it often masks underlying issues, similar to the bureaucratic politeness seen in the Soviet Union, which allowed atrocities to occur unnoticed.

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Oliver Anthony: Country Music, Blue-Collar America, Fame, Money, and Pain | Lex Fridman Podcast #469

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Oliver Anthony: Country Music, Blue-Collar America, Fame, Money, and Pain | Lex Fridman Podcast #469

05/19/25

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