The notes power doesn’t play, and the words power doesn’t say. That’s the take away.

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The notes power doesn’t play, and the words power doesn’t say. That’s the take away.

In this transcript, the speaker begins by acknowledging the existence of some truth in the idea that time is oppressive. They then talk about being focused on something else that morning due to a tweet that gained popularity. The speaker mentions their recent focus on GameStop and the playbook that is being followed in that situation. They reveal that individuals on the GameStop subreddit have been sharing phone calls from agencies that are attempting to spread disinformation. The speaker expresses their intention to focus on inoculating people against propaganda and teaching them how to spot it. They discuss the importance of understanding the landscape and highlight America’s role in global propaganda. They mention the playbook’s origins in big tobacco and its continued use in manipulating people’s behavior, including creating cult-like online communities. The speaker reveals their sense of accomplishment in understanding the playbook and acknowledges the possibility of being wrong. They emphasize the importance of uncovering the dark psychology and behavioral tactics behind propaganda. The speaker discusses their own experience in the UX and digital industry and explains that they can provide insight into how things work without making claims or conclusions. They mention the manipulation of online communities and the control of content by sponsors. The speaker concludes by mentioning a vice article that has been bothering them.