The Laurence Fox Show

Wokal Distance: How the West embraced Woke


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This week, Laurence Fox and is joined by special guest Michael Young, aka Wokal Distance, take an in-depth look at the phenomenon of "woke" culture. In this engaging episode, they explore the origins and evolution of ideologies from the Frankfurt School to critical theory, queer theory, and postmodernism, which have permeated Western societies and transformed social, cultural, and political landscapes.

With insightful analysis and thought-provoking discussions, Laurence Fox and Michael Young delve into the historical context and philosophical underpinnings of these ideologies, examining their influence on various aspects of modern society, including social justice movements, political correctness, identity politics, and cultural Marxism. They discuss the consequences of the spread of these ideologies and how they have shaped Western civilisation, impacting freedom of speech, intellectual discourse, and social norms.

As Laurence Fox and Michael Young, aka Wokal Distance, peel back the layers of "woke" culture, they provide critical insights and raise important questions about its implications on society and individual freedoms. This episode of The Laurence Fox Show offers a compelling exploration of how the West embraced these ideologies and the challenges they pose in contemporary times.

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You can follow Michael on twitter: https://twitter.com/wokal_distance
You can follow Laurence on twitter: https://twitter.com/LozzaFox

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