Jordan Peterson
Dr. Jordan Peterson has been in the news recently so Jake & Brett discuss the situation and what they appreciate about Dr. Peterson. They share the lessons they have learned from Jordan in regards to culture, faith, fathering & more. While Dr. Peterson isn’t perfect, our hosts share that he is still one of the best thought leaders we have in our modern day.
Key Points
Jordan Peterson has been in the news because the regulatory body that governs counselors in Ontario is sanctioning him based on complaints they received. He is fighting against these sanctions
This case is concerning for the right to free speech and restriction of non-government approved thoughts on topics like faith and morality.
Jordan is a master of critiquing culture. He argues against arguments becoming simple dichotomies.
Being radically in the middle is a rare but good place to be.
The importance of staying calm in the midst of backlash.
Jordan is a good example of fathering people who aren’t your children. Jake & Brett share examples
Men need to be dangerous, but good.
References
-Big Yellow Coffee
-Brett’s Blog on Frodo being reluctant hero that Jordan Peterson retweeted
-Brett’s Blog on Jordan Peterson
Audio editing by Forte Catholic