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Dave Smith

04/09/25

@ Lex Fridman

While some conspiracy theorists lack genuineness, it's important to question everything critically without presuming conclusions too quickly.

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Dave Smith: Israel, Hamas, Ukraine, Russia, Conspiracies & Antisemitism | Lex Fridman Podcast #464

@ Lex Fridman

Dave Smith: Israel, Hamas, Ukraine, Russia, Conspiracies & Antisemitism | Lex Fridman Podcast #464

04/09/25

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Dave Smith

04/09/25

@ Lex Fridman

It's crucial to analyze conspiracy theories carefully; many claims may sound convincing but lack solid evidence upon closer examination.

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Ricky Gervais

06/27/23

@ The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins

You should question anything that someone tells you shouldn't be questioned.

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Vlad Tenev

05/21/25

@ Jay Shetty Podcast

Trusting experts blindly can be detrimental; it's essential to listen to them but not to accept everything they say without question.

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Y Combinator Cast

09/11/24

@ Y Combinator

Conspiracy theories have become more prominent in politics and are penetrating the tech world, which is an important balance to consider.

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Michael Seibel

02/24/23

@ Y Combinator

It's important to continuously ask ourselves if we're lying to ourselves and to dig deeper into the questions we ask, rather than assuming our initial inquiries are complete.

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Dalton Caldwell

09/11/24

@ Y Combinator

Paranoid thinking differs from conspiracy theories because it often contains a kernel of truth, while conspiracy theories may lack substantial evidence.

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Bret Weinstein

05/12/25

@ The Diary Of A CEO

In a world where truth is obscured, individuals face a choice between being credulous or cynical, neither of which is beneficial.

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Peter Reinhardt

09/06/18

@ Y Combinator

Having a skeptic on your team is crucial; it encourages questioning and critical thinking, which can lead to better decisions.

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Y Combinator Cast

09/11/24

@ Y Combinator

Conspiracy theories can drive clicks in media, leading to sensationalism and potentially harmful narratives if left unchecked.