Ep. 94

American Mediocrity: A Call to Action

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Dec 28, 2024

• 12min 22s

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Tom Woods’s email discusses the controversial opinions of Vivek Ramaswamy regarding American culture’s prioritization of superficial achievements over intellectual pursuits. Woods argues that this cultural phenomenon hinders the production of top engineers and other STEM professionals, a point he believes is widely understood but rarely openly discussed. He uses examples from popular culture and personal anecdotes to support his claim, emphasizing the importance of confronting cultural mediocrity rather than avoiding uncomfortable truths. Woods connects this cultural critique to broader societal issues and promotes self-improvement, urging readers to strive for excellence. Finally, the email promotes Woods’s self-improvement program.

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Dec 28, 2024

Tom Woods, citing Vivek Ramaswamy, criticizes US culture for prioritizing "prom queens" over "math champs," hindering STEM. Some immigrant parents limited kids' TV to avoid "mediocrity," leading to STEM success. This is a cultural issue, not about immigration. Woods notes conservatives readily critique US culture but resist this point. He urges fixing the problem. Woods strives for self-improvement.

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Ep. 94

Dec 28, 2024

American Mediocrity: A Call to Action

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