The subtlecain Podcast Aaron Smith

Today, in Episode 53, I shoot from the hip and offer a personal message that deviates from the usual more scripted presentation. I thought it prudent to share a recent experience I had in the hope that you would be encouraged. I appreciate each and every one of you for sharing your valuable time with me. Take heart, "the Light shines in the darkness and the darkness has not overcome it".
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SYNCHRONICITY PART 3
 
JUNE 23, 2023      AARON SMITH      SEASON 1      EPISODE 52
 
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Today, in Episode 52, we finish up the series covering Jacques Ellul's book, Propaganda: The Formation of Men's Attitudes. We cover the difference between vertical and horizontal propaganda, why it is significant, and what the implications are. We also consider the way advances in information technology have augmented and accelerated the impact propaganda has on our lives.

Suggested Reading:
Propaganda: The Formation of Men's Attitudes- Jacques Ellul
The Crowdsourced Panopticon- Jeremy Weissman
The Rape of  the Mind- Joost Meerloo
The Crowd: The Study of the Popular Mind- Gustav Le Bon

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INTERVIEW : JAMES CORBETT DISSENT INTO MADNESS
 
MAY 21, 2023      AARON SMITH      SEASON 1      EPISODE 51
 
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Today, in Episode 51, we have a special guest, James Corbett of CorbettReport.com. James is a documentarian and open source journalist extraordinaire. He  joins us to discuss his recent series of articles, Dissent Into Madness. Psychology is a fascinating field of study. It has helped us to understand some of the complexities of the human mind. However, what can be used for good can also be used for evil. In his Dissent Into Madness articles, James shares some cautionary tales of political dissidents who were labeled as mentally ill and poses some important questions about how we should respond to tyranny. Be sure to take a minute to watch the dancing guy video!

Bystander Effect Video:
https://www.corbettreport.com/the-bystander-effect-solutionswatch-video

First Follower: Leadership Lessons from Dancing Guy:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fW8amMCVAJQ

Clare Swinney Interview:
https://www.corbettreport.com/interview-098-clare-swinney

National Citizens Inquiry:
https://www.corbettreport.com/solutionswatch-inquiry
https://nationalcitizensinquiry.ca/ottawa-testimony



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SYNCHRONICITY PART 2
 
MAY 07, 2023      AARON SMITH      SEASON 1      EPISODE 50
 
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Today, in Episode 50,  we continue to evaluate Jacques Ellul's thoughts on the topic of propaganda. We dive into Propaganda of Agitation and Propaganda of Integration. This is a very complex and nuanced topic and the more we learn about how these different mechanisms are employed against us, the better equipped we will be recognize and reject attacks on our minds.

States of Emergency:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_national_emergencies_in_the_United_States

Corbett Report on Propaganda:
https://www.corbettreport.com/?s=propaganda

Free PDF of Jacques Ellul's book:
https://archive.org/details/Propaganda_201512


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SYNCHRONICITY PART 1
 
APRIL 23, 2023      AARON SMITH      SEASON 1      EPISODE 49
 
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Today, in Episode 49,  we take some time to refresh on the topic of propaganda. I will share some common techniques and start diving into Jacques Ellul's book on the topic. In this series, we will also approach the hypothesis that technological advancements have facilitated a synchronization of methods and forms of propaganda that dissolves previous borders. "Propaganda ceases where simple dialogue begins"-Jacques Ellul

The International Jacques Ellul Society:
https://ellul.org/

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JUST CAN'T GET ENOUGH
 
APRIL 09, 2023      AARON SMITH      SEASON 1      EPISODE 48
 
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Today, in Episode 48- Just Can't Get Enough, I cover the importance of performing a sort of triage in our lives. I suggest that information overload and the fear porn industry has compromised our ability to live in the moment. Do you have a hope that transcends the circumstances of your life? Christians celebrate the Resurrection today, the ultimate manifestation of hope. Wherever you are, whatever your situation, I want you to know that you are never really alone. Happy Easter!

Psychology Today-Locus of Control:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/locus-control

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