In this opening episode of "Where the Mind is Without Fear," I explore the complex dynamics of obedience to authority. Drawing on historical examples like the acquiescence of the Austrian government to Hitler and the infamous Milgram experiment, we delve into why individuals often follow orders without question, even to the detriment of ethical norms. This episode challenges listeners to reflect on their own responses to authority and provides insights from Timothy Snyder's "On Tyranny" on resisting the normalization of authoritarian practices. Join us as we unravel the psychology behind obedience and empower ourselves to question and make conscientious choices in the face of power.
Credits, Sources, and Further Readings:
On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century
Author: Timothy Snyder
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Milgram Experiment
Dive deeper into the psychological study of obedience that reveals how ordinary people can perform extraordinary acts under authority.
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