Dec 22 2024 76 mins 8
Bryce Nickels interviews Lee Jussim, a Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Rutgers University, about cancel culture in academia, the pressure to conform to political views, and the negative effects of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. They discuss Lee's research measuring political extremism in academia as well as his recent analysis of the impact of DEI rhetoric on perceptions of racism. Bryce and Lee also discuss the challenges posed by the lack of political diversity in academic settings.
features music by Tess Parks
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sciencefromthefringe.substack.com
