The Tribe VS The Algorithm | Russell Brand & Douglas Rushkoff

[@sheilac5319]

One of the things I love about Russell is his rare ability to translate his own complex thoughts aloud ON THE GO into sentences that are as lengthy as they need to be and yet are still **beautifully constructed.** There simply aren't many people who can do this while remaining as present and responsive as he does.

[@cbabick]

I wish I could speak the way he does. I'm transfixed by him.

[@jamesmceraghan9165]

He's definitely Gifted

[@wbaranful]

I agree. He is very intelligent articulate and a great actor, which sells his points

[@wbaranful]

Marxism is a non-functioning attempt at implementing Christ’s principles

[@wbaranful]

Amazon co-opts successful small businesses who sell on Amazon

[@rosscunliffe925]

One of the best episodes of any podcast I have ever heard. Period. I was depressed when this episode ended on my walk. Thank you guys. I appreciate you 💕.

[@Jane_under_a_tree_with_a_book]

Tell me about your walk. What country, where did you wander?

[@jamesmceraghan9165]

Very interesting I agree I like walking up to strangers at Walmart and just starting a conversation about what ever come up with in the moment just to break this people being put into a time out corner in their everyday life it amazes me walmart Is like a very busy store full of fcking zombies specially Spence covid

[@faststick2021]

Check out Rushkoff's podcast, Team Human.

[@jaelpyykonen7243]

First time I hear of this Douglas guy. what a genius & at the same time such a warm hearted guy. Loved it

[@oanaalexia]

And I found Team Human, yes, more podcasts to listen to Douglas.

[@PaulSharpequalrights]

SOME people on the right will get but hurt by his honesty about this country's founding.

[@binkybrainlessbarnes5265]

Jael Pyykönen #PumpRobotHeart #CaveER's #GlobalAudience #EarthShip

[@binkybrainlessbarnes5265]

Jael Pyykönen #Zurich

[@PaulSharpequalrights]

@@BrandonAdams1010 Because that's free speech. Be fair to both sides.

[@jessklay8594]

I cherish Russell Brand and everything he stands for. He is a true gift to this life.

[@MrBrindleStyle]

so become That - he's just some guy. Same as you and I...

[@jamesmceraghan9165]

Hear Hear I Agree

[@alkhemiegypt]

Can't believe I've never come across Douglas Rushkoff before. This is definitely one of my favourite Under the Skin podcasts. Thanks, Russell!

[@sofianandama1946]

Yes!!! His views closely track and beautifully elucidate what’s been cooking in me💕🔥🌟

[@dellasgilbert7691]

Nothing new under the sun

[@SherwinNewman]

I was a big fan of Rushkoff’s Cyberia. I realize now he’s got it all wrong.

[@luminousparadox7529]

Amazing how accurate this is to today's climate even more so than when it was filmed. If only we could have applied some of this for the past few years. It still amazes me as a species how we predict so much yet still allow those predictions to play out. Almost as if its some strange self actualization to prove we were correct 🤔

[@danielboard9510]

No, you wRONG 10101001010101000101000100000. THERE IS NO OR GATE!! IT;S EITHER AND or NOT COMPUTERS CAN'T DO OR!!

[@zach1328]

Not that we were angels, but most natives were far more brutal than the colonist when it came to their neighboring tribes. Some of the worst stories I’ve heard so far in my life.

[@nunbaiter]

its not accurate, its dumb dumb sandwich.

[@scroopynooperz9051]

A man sat alone drenched deep in sadness. All the animals drew near to him and asked: “We don’t like to see you so sad. Ask us for whatever you wish and you shall have it.” The man said: “I want to have a good eyesight.” The vulture replied: “You’ll have mine.” The man said: “I want to be strong.” The jaguar replied: “You’ll be as strong as me.” Then the man said: “I long to know the secrets of the earth.” The snake replied: “I’ll show them to you.” And so it went with all the animals and when man had all the gifts that they could give, he left. Then the owl said to the other animals: “Now the man knows much and he can do many things. Suddenly I am afraid.” The deer said: “The man has all that he needs. Now his sadness will stop.” But the owl replied: “No. I have seen a hole in the man deep like a hunger he can never fill. That’s what makes him sad and makes him want. He’ll keep on taking and taking until one day the earth will say: ‘I am no more and I have nothing left to give’.”

[@scroopynooperz9051]

@@zach1328 whatever the odd small community natives do to each other from time to time pales in comparison to dropping nukes that level entire cities, or testing the dangerous fallout of nuclear testing on unsuspecting people (see Marshall islands or Tuskegee experiment etc.)

[@seanfletcher2584]

This is undoubtedly one of the best Under the Skin episodes yet. Thank You Both

[@toma1783]

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[@forestsunset9617]

I enjoyed this but some points were far too idealistic. For example the Pizzeria that is so successful in the town it shares the recipe with the next town, it is still putting all other Pizza makers out of business in that area. So any one who wants to make Pizza doesn't get a look in unless they can grow the same popularity. That leads to many people doing work they don't want to do. And if they don't want to do it, isn't their labour being exploited by whoever else they end up working for? Still it is better than a corp situation.

[@TheDionysianFields]

@@forestsunset9617 You're the one being too idealistic. Why would any town need more than one pizzeria? Also, the rule is that if you can't compete directly, find a niche.

[@Sunnydreamer1470]

Douglas is way to idealistic and feminine to me. He’s the sort of guy who raises weak men unfortunately. The world still needs strong men . Hi f the ship were going down I wouldn’t follow Douglas to save me.

[@nunontherunnumberone]

How many people REALLY want to make pizza MORE than they are opposed to moving to the next town? People relocate ALL THE TIME for stupid corporations. I would move towns for pizza.

[@alemapblossom1675]

Do another one with him . This was phenomenal. One of the best you have done here . So important . More please.

[@pm79080]

"With software there are only two possibilities: either the users control the program or the program controls the users. If the program controls the users, and the developer controls the program, then the program is an instrument of unjust power. " - Richard Matthew Stallman

[@rameshhansaravendra]

. Makes me think of how facebook controls people

[@oraz.]

glad to see this comment!

[@CynthiaWaldrop]

I've used the Italian language on FB since 2009, all of a sudden, and without my permission everything is now in English. I don't like this. Who knows what else they've changed that I don't know about...

[@TheDionysianFields]

How is it unjust if no laws are being broken?

[@ant1574]

Is quantum computing impossible?

[@Lizzie333Higginson]

Thank you Russell for exploring all this life stuff. I’ve been catching up with under the skin since lockdown. I prefer it on KZbin, even though I’m subscribed to Luminary, as I like to have a good old gander at you and your guests. Makes me very satisfied and content to hear so many confirmations of my own feelings and perspectives. It Keeps me in touch with my own self and my heart swells with joy and love! Thank you thank you thank you. With love X

[@MrBrindleStyle]

well said.

[@professormaxtrinity]

After youtube launched, I saw evidence of this being a Renaissance period. With youtube, musicians everywhere started putting their music out there. This made me realize how much more accessible musical gear is than it used to be. Partnered with sound tech, a person can produce their own music and do it with a very professional touch. Then came the creative videos and independent animations that produced cult followings and excellent entertainment like Red v Blue. After that, came a tidal wave of DIY tutorials in which virtually ( pun intended) every craft and skill known to humans could be found and learnt. This doesn't even include the foodie movement, which ignited the artistic and creative side of all areas of food. Or how many people have now written books and self published. And the soulutionists are showing up too. Those who have novel and efficient ways to solve BIG problems. When I thought about it, I wondered at the number of people crafting and writing and singing and designing and gardening and filming and protesting and organizing and ted talking and breathing art into this realm, all those who we never see on the web or TV and it struck me then (about 5 yrs ago) that we are in the midst of a Renaissance and we don't even know it. But, we're starting to know it and that in itself is a novel and historical paradigm, to see these enormous waves of change whilst simultaneously being swept up in it. That is very present and that is why I say, we're becoming Surfers of reality. I feel very optimistic!

[@Dinckelburg]

I like that

[@professormaxtrinity]

@@Dinckelburg Thanks man. I just listened to your H3H3 tune, I dig it. Gave me happy feels :)

[@Dinckelburg]

@@professormaxtrinity haha cheers mate, just a little garageband thing I did, learning how to use music software.

[@vincentrusso4332]

When big tech doesn't prostitute itself or use it for nefarious means it could be idyllic...what we are witnessing now...with Trump being banned yet the Taliban retains an active account is maddening.

[@professormaxtrinity]

@@vincentrusso4332 It's infuriating within the bounds of digitized information. Digitized information is not the end all, be all mode of communication. Back in the day, word of mouth was enough to globalize cliches and "sayings" into "household words". The current control freaks rely on digitization. It's like their god. They mistake algorithms for digital functions. Big mistake. You and I think in algorithms. Algos are not "bots" , they're free roaming info. Anywho it's out of the mental ballpark of the davos crowd. They're megalomania shows with every new over reach and cumulative, pathological lying. By censoring, they're creating their own destruction. Have faith in good things. Follow your gut, that can't be censored by anyone but you. Peace dude.

[@kathy.3881]

The most important of all things discussed in this interview is the healing of humanity. Unhooking ourselves and becoming healthy. And let's not kid ourselves, that not the most comfortable of things to go through. But with the right support and openness we can do this together.

[@rushauto9723]

You want to disconnect from this system that's destined for doom? You literally have to disconnect. Build a hut become self sustainable teach yourself survival skills and how to live off the grid for free, people were once happy! It's not so distant after all, we have been primed to know life thorough a single lens and any other way of living is a threat to "their" democracy!!!!

[@kathy.3881]

Get enough of us thinking like that and boom! it all changes overnight.

[@chewyjello1]

I'll admit my visceral reaction to sharing a lawn mower with my block was "Oh god no!!!" I actively avoid half the people on my block...now I have to schedule my yard maintenance with them? What happens when the lawn mower breaks down? Who pays for it? What if someone let's the mud cake up on the blades and doesn't clean it? We can't even get people to clean up after themselves in the break room at work! Humans are messy, complicated, and sometimes unbelievably frustrating to deal with. It makes sense that we have retreated into our individual lives. And we are losing the skills needed to deal with each other. It's a self perpetuating cycle.

[@headfullofacid8088]

Yeah stuff like that isn’t going to happen. I see a future where people will use their lawns to grow food and fruits and not see a need for something so foolish and wasteful as a lawn. Whether it’s by want or necessity I think my vision of the future will prove to be accurate.

[@og.hetera8433]

I only discovered this interview now, two years after it was released! I usually have a hard time with English speaking podcasts, but it felt like I took one breath and this one went by! Excellent material!

[@Gaztronaut]

I'd like to go for a pint with this "twinkly" guy. Ace interview.

[@MrBrindleStyle]

2 and a half pints...

[@CTB3YO]

Ace. Agreed.

[@OlliGarch]

I’m having a pint now listening to Russel talk to him. Lol. 🍺🍺🍺cheers Happy New Year!!!

[@emilylund7577]

Ive undoubtedly become consumed with an immense amount of gratitude for Under the Skin podcast. Russel Brand has every episode demonstrated a sense for humility and optimism I personally have struggled with and it's remarkable how he promotes free thought and articulates his perspective in a way that seems free of ego, never pushing one narrative but rather encouraging the space for alternative perspective and doing so with genuine interest and open discussion that to me shows a mind that recieves what thought is usually not prepared to think.... A man whom deservers the name a thinking man! In other words Thank you kindly

[@akenji47]

this is golden. i'm glad to hear such humane chat in dark times like these. Thank you.

[@anthonygeorge9932]

The times have always been dark in the history of civilization.

[@akenji47]

@@anthonygeorge9932 I dont think so. Here in Brazil the 00's were times of great advances in social justice, education and economic growth. Now, you may have heard, Brazil have a homophobic, racist, chauvinist and authoritary president. and he's dumb too. I think times arent dark like these since the 60's of brazil.

[@mkgvlc4]

@@akenji47 But on a global scale the 00's were pretty grim too. I mean 9/11, Iraq war, 2007 crisis..

[@akenji47]

@@mkgvlc4 thanks for the repply, but maybe for geografical reasons we kinda had a different feeling from the times. I'm from Brazil, now our government is bad in a scale we never seen since the cold war.

[@cooljerk4362]

its the periodic liquidation of other cultures/nations and subsequent homage to the victims by displaying their good and dark qualities etc etc , ,,short version ,,,all suffering and that that which is dark ,,,got mankind to this stage where we are closer to dispersing ourselves so were not all in one place should an asteroid or supernova occur

[@victorbier9328]

This guy is spot on. Great conversation.

[@anthonylysycia126]

Brilliant, really learned a lot. Being human is a team sport, Amen to that!

[@leighatkins22]

My mum always said that and now i understand why...

[@burns83]

When its not you money its so great to just spread the health. When there is prosperity isn't it fun to redistribute. We completely forgot why we made this individualistic way of living and that's a blind spot that will divide us.. Hippies want to dance and get deep into one guitar string for 2 years straight and think that that has as much value as people who bury themselves into different economic systems. Stop being unconsciously communist.

[@ticeecit]

Yessir!

[@ChicanoOne760]

@EL SHNASTO the problem is we want to separate and be individuals

[@gewizz2]

i dont like em tho

[@richardkirkwood2821]

Just ordered the book. Through Amazon, which is slightly ironic. This is the most enlightening guest so far for me. Really grabbed my attention.

[@yonandonibadiola]

"we are so self loathing right now and we so devalue ourselves that is gona take massive social therapy" sad but true. Wonderful discussion indeed.

[@jamesmceraghan9165]

There is no I in we

[@chriscarter4563]

Enslaved is not too strong of a word. This is servitude.

[@paultowmy1877]

I'm having considerable difficulty finding "the others" so that I can be sociable with them.

[@bioliv1]

"How about stability rather than immutability? A “people” as I use the term is defined by a common way of life. A common way of life that deals reasonably well with the various stages, chances, and situations in life for various types of people takes generations to grow up. It involves a whole lot of accumulated experiences, common habits, memories, loyalties, and understandings, and overlapping networks of personal ties. Those don’t appear overnight. " - James Kalb

[@henrymellard5647]

I'm another

[@julesfalcone]

@@henrymellard5647 Paul: hey guys, I went to "Meetup" 2 months ago and went to my first event (house party with like minded people 3 days ago. It was Awesome. There's another Thursday evening (we'll be discussing Emerson's writing). It's way more effort than b4 but it's worth it.

[@henrymellard5647]

@@julesfalcone please provide details on this meet up

[@henrymellard5647]

@@julesfalcone Paul McCartney?

[@EldafoMadrengo397]

One of the best conversations I have ever witnessed!

[@juliai3956]

You're such an inspirational thinker, Russell. Thanks for all the awe!

[@angeltangle]

The rarity of someone recognizing we're already a group of humans is so profound these days. ❤

[@niickyzinho]

Absolutely AMAZING! Douglas has such a vibrant mind with all these fresh, vivid insights on human culture and economics. This is the best podcast I have heard in a loooong looooong time.

[@jamesmceraghan9165]

Awsome intelect

[@danielfouardlibertarianono8017]

As a child I was never on the team. Or I was picked next to last. So the same thing I recon. Then as I got older and saw things from the outside looking in I couldn't accept the plate being handed to me. So I was compelled to educate myself and carve my own paths through life. It's been hard, really hard. Single Father of two boy and a girl 1 year apart. And knowing the truth about the world and what goes on at the highest levels. I've tried to warn and educate everyone I meet and I've been tortured for it. The crooked cops and the crooked courts have made life nearly impossible. But being a hard head I've fought through it all. Maybe I'll get see the grand finally!

[@alexlovesfungi]

Oh wow I LOVE this conversation. I wish I could have been in the room with you two. Excellent and engaging!! 🙏♥️

[@MrBrindleStyle]

You are in the room - we are like flies on a wall - as they say...

[@Mutnut333]

You two speak my language.....I could listen to you both forever - and I do believe I will. The line "Grabbing the wolf by the ears"....really hit home with me. As a dog groomer for nearly 30 years they have taught me more about being human, being supportive and being in connection than any human ever has. Nice to know there are humans who get the bigger picture to which the state of our world and humanity is at right now. I am fortunate enough to be in awe every day....from the dogs, to art, dancing and remaining childlike. Often, though as many ppl fear deep connection....it is more solo than I would wish for. Many find me too deep, too intense, too much.....I enjoy going Under The Skin with you Russell and now grateful to be introduced to Douglas Rushkoff. Insightful......thank you!!!!!!

[@kaylaboone1460]

I read this comment before watching the video. I appreciate and relate to this so much. I'm often told I'm too intense... I think people lack passion and enthusiasm 😂. I have found that as I continue to do the work and follow my path, I'm finding people who resonate with me along the way. My animal totem is a wolf, so the connection you have found between dogs and the human spirit really speaks to me and makes me excited to watch this interview. Thank you 💚

[@Mutnut333]

@@kaylaboone1460 Thank you, Kayla for your comments. I think one of the biggest take aways of this conversation between Russell and Douglas for me is the fact that learning comes from patterns. Once I began to be so intune to each individual dog's response to different types of approaches to dealing with their fear or anxiety with the grooming procedure I was able to understand whom I needed to be in each moment of the process - one that is entirely unnatural and can cause trauma and PTSD if both our coping mechanisms are not where they need to be. After, nearly 30 years it all becomes about feeling those patterns......and understanding what they are saying.....it all starts in the gut...travels up the vagas nerve and to our brain. The Amygdala is where it's at. Sometimes I'm the alpha, sometimes I'm the coach and cheerleader....sometimes I need to chant and call them little Buddhas soothingly as it can be very calming. Sometimes I even kiss their ass but only for a bit!! LOL :P It's had to put into words other than a transference of energy. The more courageous, grounded and confident I am I give that feeling to them and they in return give it back to me tenfold as they get braver as they FEEL I am on their side. I liken my role as the mother dog, She -wolf or even DOG-MA (LOL - love that one as its very puny, funny and fitting!)......a friend called me so dogmatic and instead of reacting to it as an insult I learned from it and really.....makes sense!!! Honestly, the most difficult dogs to groom are the wiggly dogs......they are stupid-brave, have rules of their own, will never bite.....just won't stay still and don't understand the dangers of being wiggly. They do frustrate me more but I have come to understand it's do to the fact......I have the very same personality!!!! And we typically clash with our own likeness!! It comes with stubborness which truly is relentless Dogged Determination!!!! Always with safety first.....mental, physical, emotional and spiritual. I have learned so much....as my world revolves around, fight, flight, avoidance.....and submission (I do not want dogs in that state as it can hinder there grounding...I will allow if they go there due to trust and even laziness!! LOL)......The Avoidance stage is where everything happens.....you are either in the drivers seat or being driven. It's the only state that's not static...it has wiggle room....thus, I call it The Dance!!!! That's where the magic takes place. I ignore fear and anxiety thus it takes its power away. I still get amazed by it!!!!! I have tried to write a book about all the amazing, profound and comforting things I've learned from my dog gurus but for me a speaking Think Tank type of path would suit me better. Like a Ted Talk.....I'm a talker for sure!!! I'm sure I could use KZbin as well.....but I am Old School and live quite simple so inspiring ppl in small doses works for me!!! If you'd like to know more about any kind of psychology....I can give you my spin on things. I only have a Dog-gree in it after all and no signed Dog-torate but animals don't care about paperwork and really......I don't think we should so much either!! LOL :P :p I wish you joy, acceptance and understanding on your journey.....and yes - fill it with passion and enthusiasm!!!!!!!!! xoxo :)

[@yogibear3982]

I have just watched this lovely positive conversation between you both, and I feel like my soul has been nourished by it. This is something I will come back to again. Thank you Russell and Douglas. Love, peace and light X

[@MrBrindleStyle]

that is word I wanted - nourishment - I agree! Settled for banquet of ideas, thoughts and possumbilities...

[@mjpuczyowska7869]

When you put together the talk with Berne Brown about human vulnerability and the strength/self value and self love it gives us when we don't numb it, the answer is right there - I've got the power when I'm the weakest

[@catbookfashion]

loved this conversation between you two, thank you; inspiring and enlightening, hurray humans!!

[@cmckinney380]

It's so true. We are losing our connection with each other more and more every day. Empathy is hardly a thing anymore. People are broken and don't see how being one is already real, they just have to accept it. We are the same, even with our differences

[@erinkerr2208]

I love the discussion about 30 minutes in, town halls etc. We do 12 Step culture, which, in my perception, is the closest worldwide actual format that serves the emotional spiritual social and individual needs of folks. I just try to make this available to all people, (not just lucky "alcoholics"). My friends and I host circles of 100 folks now and then. It was a Native thing that was communicated to me and it's been powerful

[@randomness8819]

RIP Mr. Rogers. you loved the kids bc you loved the world and in our hardest times your imparted lessons remind us still of the essence of who we are. What a legacy?!

[@victoriamickley7949]

I agree 💯🙏❤️🌏🙃😁 love and God bless you and your family always, grandma, Victoria 🙏

[@randomness8819]

@@victoriamickley7949Ameen! Thank you. May blessings, protection and joy be upon you and your family, dearest grandma!🤲🤲🤲 Assalamu alaykum peace be unto you ❤🤗🥰

[@paultowmy1877]

"building the bunkers for the post apocalyptic hell they're inducing" - mad, funny, true

[@Cuccaweepoo]

Rushkoff is so on the money, how he isnt more well known baffles me

[@elkaydoug8863]

I LOVED THIS. Glad that I found the video. I've listened to this on Luminary 5 times so far

[@thomasjaggers3576]

"getting a little Bhudism between stock trades" That line is fantastic.

[@robertsambur7103]

The first step to Sovereignty is farming.

[@nolives]

Though I agree for one you need property for that, of which not everyone can afford. That's why more people rent than buy nowadays. Also it isn't applicable in all cases due to city zoning laws. There's a reason they enclosed land. It was the first step of stripping people of sovereignty and forcing people into wage labor. Solidarity!

[@julesfalcone]

@@nolives start growing one plant (ex. Tomato) and put it in your window.

[@headfullofacid8088]

Indeed sir.

[@denasewell]

@1:00:32 most of the MS13 Gang members have "MS-13" tattooed on their face and I have compassion for children but if I try to run across into Mexico the Mexican border patrol is gonna beat my ass and leave me for dead! Also, I know countless people who got arrested when their kids were with them and the kids went to a shelter and went into foster care. My mother was deported back to Europe and because my father was an American citizen was placed in foster care as a ward of the state .. father never came for me. My point is every country in the world have a border and laws on how to make passage into a country..this guy is not being honest...he clearly belives media lies!

[@Taylor-rp3by]

interesting watching them talk about the importance of this face to face contact stuff post covid

[@karenaenlle8107]

Absolutely amazing!!! Thank You!!!! I am honored to have the privilege to listen to this conversation 🙏

[@DavidDeubelbeiss]

I loved this conversation. Almost "necessary" in the grand sense of that idea. Homeless minds. So much to digest. Thanks Russ - I need to hear these kind of conversations that aren't going anywhere but where your wanting weather wants. Happy to be a guest if you ever want to bring in a poet that pursues doubt to the very last ember. Doug rocks, can't even imagine what he was like as a kid, so much THERE.

[@vmelove]

Videos like this really do lift me up, hi to all of you watching this video :)

[@rolo8436]

I've just started to watch Under The Skin. Really enjoying what you're talking about and discussing. I think it has started me to question my views and reasoning. The idea of us all helping each other is of course a great idea, albeit somewhat utopian. As a newbie to this type of thinking I'm stuck with the what seems to me to be an insurmountable problem. A person works hard producing the goods he needs to either use or sell or barter to provide for his family. The person next door would rather sit on his porch playing his guitar in the knowledge that there's probably enough goods made by his neighbour and others in his village to let him beg, borrow or steal to survive. How do you think it is possible to engender the idea of everyone chipping in rather than the system we have at present where it's everyone for themselves. I'll keep listening and try to gain a better perspective of these ideas. Thanks for your work.

[@blessings2you435]

Oh God! I'd LOVE to see a resurgence of The Mr. Rogers philosophy spread itself through the intelligencia of plant Earth. As a species - we're in deep trouble. Whetico IS here. Thank you, Douglas, for bringing this pattern of terror within us & through us - to the forefront. Dear Lord, Let us NOT repeat our vicious historical propensities again & again. Certainly we've evolved further than that by now? YES please? TEAM HUMAN! Mr. Brand... AGAIN you've exposed us to a new (albeit ancient) paradigm to examine ourselves & our connections to others. As a direct result of this podcast- I'm currently in a lovely, divine state of bliss & awesomeness. Thank you, Russell. Bless you for encouraging our collective & personal enlightenment. My list of "must see, hear, read & incorporate into my life" guests of yours - has grown again. Douglas Roshkoff has been added to; Gabor Mate, Jordan Peterson & Brene Brown. Thank you for finding such gems of humanity & sharing them with us, your enraptured audience. Good on 'Ya, mate!🙏🤲 PS: It was Tom Hanks who played Mr. Rogers.

[@MelanieLichtinger]

Brilliant! Two bright Spirits in synergy. Definitely one to re-view, share, and discuss further...

[@SistaCitizen]

11:27 The most sincerest "How do we" I've ever heard in my life. I wasn't sure about Brand until I heard this. Felt it in my soul. Ok Russell, I see you.

[@return2innocence221]

Seeing patterns is a true form of intelligence 🌹🌻🌼🌷🌹🌻🌼🌷🌹🌻🌼🌷🌹

[@julesfalcone]

Pattern recognition rocks.

[@rushauto9723]

It's also a way to control your emotions.

[@CircaBEFORE]

For the past 8 years I’ve been preaching to those I care about how we don’t need to prove our “worth” in order to exist. I always knew this but I came face to face with it when I was diagnosed with a disability. In this, I had to reconcile that I am worthy to be here on the planet because I am here. No other proof be necessary. I don’t need to have worth extracted from me in order for me to breath and live here. This mantra has saved me. Maybe I also intrinsically remembered what Mr. Rogers said too.

[@katecherieandreallo8874]

Ive watched this so many times I never get sick of it and always learn more thankyou Russell

[@sloth_e]

What's tricky about finding a change is that some people, if not many people actually like or love the system were in. They genuinely do, not just accustomed to it. We need to accept there are different people with genuinely different focuses, attitudes, mentalities, psychologies, life views that are natural to them. Despite all programming. Untill we fully accept that, we won't be able to affect change with peace and love. It's bloody tricky to think through all the variables let alone solve and move forward.

[@lauriepenman7154]

Wonderful, illuminating conversation! I feel I was exposed to some really fresh ideas. Thank you.

[@Millie15071]

Laurie Penman it’s so lovely reading such positive comments! Glad you enjoyed the video as much as I did :)

[@natehenty8528]

This is one of the best interviews I’ve listened to. Thank you, Russel and Douglass.

[@Tiff-ov8xe]

Thank you. The conversation between the two of you was amazing!

[@RobTaylorTraining]

Douglas Rushkoff goes right off the deep end after about 30minutes in.

[@jasondesignmedia7495]

Interesting how it was said capitalism is extracting value from humans in a cannibalistic way and in business staff are called "Human Resources"....

[@KristiMusicVideos]

Something to use? I can see what you mean.

[@Ryoufriggingserious]

Soylent Green Is People!

[@veganworldpeace2649]

Wetiko is a word by an Indigenous tribal group of the Crow. Paul Levy has written extensively on the subject of Wetikoism which we are all about to one degree to the extreme! It is a pathological and destructive disease!

[@CandidDate]

Why don't we pass a "universal" law stating that all corporations just have to break even, then distribute the rest? We'd have a good bowl of porridge society, wouldn't we?

[@jasondesignmedia7495]

@@CandidDate private corporations at their core are started to make money. What you seem to be talking about is a co operative. Very hard to start but some have been successful, however as to passing a law bosses making big money would never let that happen, automation however may force this upon society who knows?

[@valmontrealquebec5459]

THANK YOU! The most informative YT video I've watched in a very long time. One I will come back to again and again!

[@unmixedunmastered2810]

It's always so relaxing listening to these podcasts

[@PietroBuzzanca]

Brand is a good megaphone for bright concepts. I salute his knowing that he has a big platform and that he needs to use it to broadcast what people sharper than him have to say - when he does solos I cringe a bit, even if it serves the purpose of keeping it light and reaching out to more people - but for the rest I am thankful for this space, I have heard and discovered a lot of interesting ideas. Thanks!

[@Yararar]

Russell is growing into an old wise sage

[@scroopynooperz9051]

A man sat alone drenched deep in sadness. All the animals drew near to him and asked: “We don’t like to see you so sad. Ask us for whatever you wish and you shall have it.” The man said: “I want to have a good eyesight.” The vulture replied: “You’ll have mine.” The man said: “I want to be strong.” The jaguar replied: “You’ll be as strong as me.” Then the man said: “I long to know the secrets of the earth.” The snake replied: “I’ll show them to you.” And so it went with all the animals and when man had all the gifts that they could give, he left. Then the owl said to the other animals: “Now the man knows much and he can do many things. Suddenly I am afraid.” The deer said: “The man has all that he needs. Now his sadness will stop.” But the owl replied: “No. I have seen a hole in the man deep like a hunger he can never fill. That’s what makes him sad and makes him want. He’ll keep on taking and taking until one day the earth will say: ‘I am no more and I have nothing left to give’.”

[@elitaracina3061]

Absolutely brilliant episode. Team Human will be my next book! Thanks!

[@janebodine9572]

Loved this entire conversation. It was very interesting and thought provoking. Plus, I could listen to you talk all day. Your cadence and tone brings me to smile! I'm glad I recently began watching and listening to your videos. You are very " real" and it's refreshing!

[@odararumbol8781]

Loved it! You guys really complimented each other.

[@muller9494]

I just paused the midway to say this is one of the most insightful videos i have seen. Thank you both.

[@SanjaMarkovic]

Fantastic and invigorating subjects! Thank you both so much.

[@SB-fk8fm]

Best conversation I have ever heard. Most valuable chat. Great job gentlemen. Brilliant. Thank you.

[@Will-wb6xl]

Truly wonderful episode! Thanks to both of you, sharing this content is much appreciated.

[@wolfriverza212]

Sublime and illuminating conversation! And then doubly heartwarming reading the comments - we're in this together, quite clearly! Love to all of you x

[@anthonynewton7435]

Awesome in it's true meaning. Simple logical thoughts. So nice to be able to listen to a language I really understand. Why is it so hard for most people to even consider or comprehend?

[@cooljerk4362]

i know right?! ,,for instance ,, the fact the word //wetico// was in existance and in use long before caucasians arrived in the America's ,,, who wouldve thought that the 1st nation's weren't one happy family ,, i mean really,,,,,, ,,im Metis Canadian and worry about my grandkids

[@carolevans5285]

This is 2 years old , I died in June 2019 but had to come back. I didn't want to . Iv come back to this. Being in a coma opened my eyes 👀. I no there's more then this . I saw it. We are now in 2021 and it looks like we are heading into war. That's how it feels to me. This interview was 2 years ago. U certainly can spot patterns. The enemies with this country. Yet there still coming. Doris and prat Patel have blood on there hands. They sit back and do nothing. Iie lie and more lies. They are traitors and still they let them come. God help our kids and grandkids if we don't stand together as 1.

[@garrettramirez428]

"The purpose of public education wasn't to serve corporations." This man hasn't studied the history of public education I'm afraid.

[@kate2.0.]

He didn't say it was its purpose originally. Just that it's become that it teaches what knowledge students would need in their future jobs, I.e. what the corporations require

[@jamesmceraghan9165]

He's means from the beginning meant to not what it he's become logical 🤔 thinking here people keep up

[@fernbennett782]

The upper classes get to attend schools that teach them how to manage...to be the boss...the other classes go to schools that teach them how to be managed...how to fit into the system

[@raccpootonsuijuris6949]

1:00:20ish, Time began from language, our control of sound. Then language was used to control.

[@KristiMusicVideos]

to my understanding, the true Sabbath rest means resting and trusting in God; and the true Gospel of the Kingdom is accepting that we are loved by a merciful, faithful God whose undeserved kindness can't be earned or repaid.

[@kennywarner7688]

Russell has soul and culture and character

[@return2innocence221]

I think they were probably right...we do have some sort of spiritual disease!

[@babyfactory587]

called capitalism.. i have a MLK quote that says when you sell out your brother man we become sick and it gets worse and worse

[@babyfactory587]

@Nacherel Jesus i doubt it, since nobody knows what that is.."??

[@Gigithehuman]

we all need to decolonize from the virus of competition

[@elkaydoug8863]

Wetiko disease

[@johndukes3079]

Our job is to give people not what they want, but what we decide they ought to have. - Former CBS News president Richard Salant

[@HoangLongNguyen1969]

We are energy,we are light,we are Consciousness. To know thyself is to raise one's frequency. We are the fire beneath the thousands of Lights,Of STAR'S in the sky. Become one in mind & thought. In one,all is strong in body.

[@charlesb5333]

Your story of the calves being separated from their mothers and the mothers crying, made me cry.

[@dapsolita]

Thank you Russell for this interview. I hope to be able to implement some of his theories on the ground in 3 years.

[@mateowannacomedyremasterz6605]

I did not agree with Douglas Rushkoff cartoonish view of native American history & colonization. Speaking about "native americans" as if they were a unified peaceful people is absolute nonsense. To even say "the native Americans thought the colonizers were like zombies" screams lie / exaggeration. To not name the specific nation tells me he has no idea what he's talking about. He's read many of the thousands of books written by virtue signaling liberals through the years simplifying the Native American struggle as a made up referendum on capitalism & white people. It's stupid & doesn't honor native Americans.

[@territhomas5590]

Russell Brand... Thank you for this video.. I truly enjoyed it and learned a bit too.... I would enjoy seeing this guest again..... Love ya!

[@shanshine_intentional]

One of my favorite things about the internet age is instant access to so much information.

[@return2innocence221]

Scary about the soil problem (I have heard that before) permiculture is definitely the way forward for the new 🌎

[@RyanKudasik]

you mean permaculture. yes it is

[@MDpart2]

I agree 100% about our consumerism and have been actively ceasing my consumerism these last 2 years. This Christmas I bought no gifts. I engage in free entertainment. It's made an incredible impact on my life for the better.

[@brokentombot]

As a well studied multi-disciplinary scientist who is focused on anthropology I find this very enlightening and interesting. It took me a while to watch this kind of thing. I'm glad I did. I will surely accept this into my mental suite of ideas.

[@SunniTheWeatherNerd]

Excellent conversation!!…..I feel like when my head hits the pillow tonight, I’m going to have too much on my mind to sleep..So much to contemplate, so little time..Keep bringing us the good stuff, brother!

[@return2innocence221]

He's right people are afraid to accept favours.. but we can't go on together with suspicious minds!

[@kamofly2488]

Among the best discussions I have ever gotten the opportunity to listen and watch. Glad RB has entered my algorithm‼💯😂

[@troywalkertheprogressivean8433]

43:00 how can i like the person who wants to pay me as little as possible regardless of the cost of living, deny me healthcare from my own tax dollars while they (corporations) pay no taxes, kill innocent women and children, murder and replace foreign governments, while stealing the natural resources of sovereign nations, all to pretend capitalism "works"/is "successful"? how do i like that person/those people? or how do i find enough humanity in that person/those people to refrain from killing them for their thoughts, feeling, beliefs, and actions/inactions? (eye for an eye at least)

[@MajorMkor]

Notice how they didn't say you have to "like" this person or people, but instead that "you have to see the humanity in them". Two quite different things. You can still have compassion and understanding for someone you completely disagree with and dislike. It's very tricky and takes some deep digging and practice, but it is definitely possible to hold two contradictory ideas in your mind at once. I hope that clarifies it a bit!

[@troywalkertheprogressivean8433]

@@MajorMkor sorry my initial response is to "eliminate" such people. they actively choose not to care or act apathetically or hatefully. tens of millions are suffering. many are dying. hell our healthcare system is the third leading cause of death in america. these people cant be "educated". and none can claim ignorance. any ignorance is chosen. willful. no matter what, the mask is off, and america is not the hero/good guy, is not/does not live up to any of its promises. but thanks for your two cents. im still in the fire and brimstone camp. there should be a reckoning, and i dont want to wait till "judgement day".

[@bobdobbs888]

it's a paradox, 2 opposing beliefs at once--the trick is to look AHEAD and find the place they join up. If you can believe that all is love/goodness, and that ALL original motives are personally good, then see one party went astray to protect (adjust) to personal hurts, usually in childhood. Follow the unloving acts/pronouncements back UP to better choices they made. You go to where both start to merge. Paradoxes are prizes holding much power waiting to be unlocked. Power is the willingness and ability to creatively make a new loving reality. It's why Trump; and available to everyone today. I know it can sound very confusing; I've distilled a lot.

[@ryanwilson2872]

Love Russell's big tree voice

[@manslaxvik7030]

You've got a great channel here Russell. Are the viewers allowed to wish for guests? If so, as a kind of a follow up on this conversation, it would be exciting to hear you talk with the swedish techno philosopher Alexander Bard. Cheers!

[@namaleereal7720]

Yes! Beautiful! Thank you. I’ve started now and I can’t stop watching your interviews. Really wonderful!

[@dannydjerf7907]

I wonder what Russell thinks about the philosophies of Alan Watts

[@KristiMusicVideos]

love listening to Alan Watts!!!

[@bradmodd7856]

He is transforming into Watts

[@jasonlawson01]

Steady Brad😅😉

[@sellout87]

@@bradmodd7856 although watts died an alcoholic

[@oanaalexia]

@@sellout87 yes, we're all looking at the straw in our fellow human's eye just to feel better about ourselves, don't we? It's easy and convenient. I am a saint, everyone else should be stoned to get them to hell quickly. Yuck these humans and their life choices.

[@johnsaunders3364]

So relieved to see this guy exists. Was getting worried I needed to nerd up but I can now just focus on being me.

[@ranns160]

Thank you both! We need more of this for a global awakening! I am completely complete!

[@numbernine3436]

I try convincing people to listen Russell's podcast. Although it is their loss, most of his podcast are brilliant and would open a lot of minds. Many still think of Russell as that "erratic behaving addict". I only wish we could all evolve as much as he seems to have.