Slavoj Zizek, a noted sociologist, philosopher, and cultural critic, delves into the exploration of unconscious biases, ideological beliefs, and societal norms in his thought-provoking lectures. This article provides an overview of some of his key insights and thought-provoking ideas.
What are unknown knowns?
Unknown knowns are the things that we don't know that we know, and they can influence our behavior. (6:02)
How do unconscious biases affect decision-making?
Unconscious biases can determine how we act and react without us even realizing it. (6:22)
What is the impact of unrecognized unconscious biases?
The U.S. Army and administration in Iraq were in trouble because they didn't recognize their own unconscious biases. (7:02)
How does ideology function in the current era?
Ideology functions by practicing beliefs without truly believing in them. (12:58)
What characterizes the cynical era we live in?
We live in a cynical era where we rely on beliefs to work even if we don't believe in them. (13:16)
Slavoj Zizek, a noted sociologist, philosopher, and cultural critic, delves into the exploration of unconscious biases, ideological beliefs, and societal norms in his thought-provoking lectures. This article provides an overview of some of his key insights and thought-provoking ideas.
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