Influence vs Manipulation - The Sassenach Blended Scotch

[@PiperTallMatt]

Interesting nuance... I like the idea that "influence doesn't lose it's power when you become aware of it" ... great way of distinguishing between the two.

[@jeffbayer569]

Oh man, I definitely want your kind of break time. That is a great description of the difference between manipulation and influence. Thank you again for another great conversation

[@upkpoxer]

Love this new format! I assume the schedule is full for Daniel. If you get a gap, consider moonlighting in audiobooks. Your voice is as candy for the ears.

[@JeremyYoung-uj3ln]

I do believe this has been my favorite episode yet. Keep up the wonderful manipulation you magnificently inspirational bastard.

[@CTSega]

We were just hiking around Loch Lomond near Balmaha last week- gorgeous country and pretty good Scotch!

[@JosephSirkinov]

wonderful episode Daniel. We use manipulation in theatre, but purely in the "Suspension of Disbelief" category. We do everything we can to keep people from realizing that everything we are doing isn't real. the first technique, which I think you might appreciate, is the strongest technique "The Magic Circle". It's when the lights dim, everyone in the audience subconsciously agrees that everything about to happen before them is 100% real. You use it twice in your Break and Teaching, by raising and lowering it through the curtains. Its a neat trick that gets everyone in the same mindset just using something as simple as natural light. You may already know these things, but I hope any other commenters who didnt know enjoyed the read!

[@albertmiller3082]

Very astute comment. The contract between performer and spectator gets inked the instant the theater darkens, leaving the stage well lit.

[@shanegrosskreutz5446]

Very well said, love the break idea!

[@ARGONUAT]

Daniel speaking some wisdom, as always!

[@Gadget449]

Thanks for the video!

[@-RONNIE]

Thanks for the video 🥃

[@erinnyren5564]

Love this content so much! This distinction and discourse on the difference between being influenced and being manipulated is so important right now! Thank you for putting this out here!

[@halfmoonknives3714]

I think Master Yoda once said... "The Wisdom is strong with this one"👍

[@garrettw4196]

Thank you for another thought provoking video from Daniel! The existentialist in me feels compelled to remind everyone that we always have choices and our actions are our own. Whether we've been influenced or manipulated we choose for ourselves. If we embrace that idea then we will be better defended against manipulation.

[@monicam1634]

I really enjoyed this video. Thank you for bringing a beautiful explanation about influence and manipulation. Expanding my awareness about whiskey. ❤

[@steh8217]

Loving this new format, it's like watching a Ted Talk and whisky 😁 Fantastic example for Storytelling. Setting the scene... story.. whisky then it goes full circle and back to the moral of the story. Brilliant

[@JoeClarke-h3s]

The new format is interesting. I had my own channel, still do, but have not done videos with the other host in 3 years. I've been trying to figure out a way to resurrect the project and doing it by myself. This gives me some hope.

[@timfair9427]

I think both manipulation and influence have their place. Great talk!

[@christinecamley]

I'm excited that you will be doing a review on an Offerman edition (presuming it's #4!!!) rum cask - soon - Lagavulin 11 - so delicious!!! I bought a case!!! Love it! I'd love to try this Sassenach! Bevvy is the site I think you were referring to! Fabulous as always Daniel. I love your thoughts, reviews, philosophizing!! Yes I love peat the most but all scotch - well a lot of it - is spectacular! Lagavulin is my favourite. Nothing is greater than Lagavulin smoke (for me!!)!!! Lagavulin 11 4th edition - Lagavulin smoke, oysters, charred lemon!!! Bliss!!!

[@Ediranii]

I used to work at a liquor store and I wholeheartedly agree. I never went in for the sale, I was just interested in exploring. And when I was genuinely passionate about a product (primarily whisky) I would just give my opinion and base knowledge of a product so the customer can make an informed decision, whether it's to buy from me or not (because frankly there were a lot of better deals out there, just a google search away). But I got people to trust my judgment, and that drove up the sales. So an informed customer is a happy customer. You're not always going to be able to accommodate everyone in this fashion unfortunately... Downsides in sales. :'(

[@steh8217]

I was just sat in a cigar lounge on my lunch break, reading July's edition of Whisky magazine when all of a sudden I saw Rex and Daniel 😁😁

[@AdamPFarnsworth]

Gonna have to start implementing music breaks at work 😉

[@bradkirbey1560]

Another great video!! Love the discussions and the whiskey!

[@JoshLawn]

The difference between the two is: Influence pulls people into (X). Manipulation pushes people into (X).

[@darrenj9013]

I once asked a question on here regarding how the ethanol can be perceived so differently in 2 whiskeys that have the same proof. ie, one whiskey will be "hotter" than the other. I was reading "Proof: the science of booze" by Adam Roger's (great book) and on page 120 he writes: "The liquid in the barrel even changes its essential molecular struc- ture. Ethanol molecules cluster together when they come into contact with water. The number of clusters increases over time, and their pres- ence can reduce the perception of ethanol in the final product. They can also stick to some volatile molecules, effectively making them less volatile and reducing their presence in the aroma of the spirit. When people call a drink "smooth," this might be what they're tasting." I thought this was interesting. It's a great book especially if you're into the more nerdy stuff.

[@duckcc73]

So all these years I’ve only been influenced into joining the Tribe and building a 60+ collection of whiskeys. Got it 😂.

[@TimHoekstra]

In case you're interested daniel; Michael Henry did a long episode on the honest to a malt podcast and also went into detail on how this blend came to be in the later stage of the episode

[@Lawnshrooms]

Really liked this video! Glad you brought up manipulation as I feel a large amount of that is what’s really going on in the whiskey communities, especially around bourbon. I’ve definitely felt manipulated into buying single barrel picks of certain YT reviewers. The way they set up their membership systems is manipulative genius, no doubt. Lights came on for me a couple years ago 👍🏻

[@numanuma20]

I got into the whiskey thing when KZbin recommended Brewzle to me and the whole thing took off. He is the only one I am a Patreon member for in the whiskey space. I haven’t bought any picks from him or others on the whiskey-tube.

[@albertmiller3082]

Manipulators start with their preconceived Answer and make that fit no matter what your Question asks. Influencers will display a preference and leave it to the viewer to decide whether this preference resonates for them. Or not. Manipulators want to close a deal and Influencers want to inspire one.

[@YoJimBo851610]

The box could help tell which one you have. The awards on the side is an indicator.

[@oldmantwofour5561]

I fully agree. When I was young I was an assistant store manager with Radio Shack. They taught the "overcoming objections" idea. I refused to do it. My sales were consistently the highest in my store because I focused on a low pressure, high information approach and good customer service. Also, returns were never an issue. That being said, there was a guy in a nearby store that went flat out overcoming objections. His sales were always the highest in the area but 90% of his customers came to my store to return the crap he forced them into because they weren't happy and didn't want to deal with him. He would actually refuse to take the return at times because it would hurt his paycheck. They would often become repeat customers at my store after we helped with the return. I'll add to that, where is Radio Shack now?

[@smknochs1]

This is not my beautiful house! How did I get here?!

[@stevenferron1229]

Graham McTavish is the other guy. I know this because I was gifted a book the two of them wrote on exploring Scotland. I’ve always been curious to try this because, I will admit, I am a fan of the show. Doesn’t sound like what I typically go for in a Scotch, but maybe it’s good to try expanding my tastes

[@oscarmakavelli]

“Manipulation of minds is the thesis of thoughts.” - Oscar M

[@_justinbestclarinet]

Sounds like a really interesting blend! Not so sure about the price though… $120 seems steep. Loving these videos!

[@xxacidmv]

Welcome all Whiskey Vaulters to Pet Theory Time with Daniel!

[@robnewbold1]

The Whisky version of Aristotle with a velvet voice.

[@AlwaysChamps]

Manipulation is influence by nefarious means. In the end it comes down to intent and method.

[@glleon80517]

I would like to influence you to consider that paying $120 for a bottle of that whisky is good value compared to many fine single malts that are less expensive. The choice is yours.

[@AlwaysChamps]

I hate to be that guy, but I really feel worse after a hard workout. I have a feeling I would enjoy philosophizing with you.😂

[@YoJimBo851610]

108👍

[@stumccabe]

Ironic that a Scotch Whisky is called "Sassenach" which means an English person (literally "Saxon").

[@rsdotscot]

Sassenach? 'Sassenach' literally means 'English'...