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Based Camp is a podcast focused on how humans process the world around them and the future of our species. That means we go into everything from human sexuality, to weird sub-cultures, dating markets, philosophy, and politics. Malcolm and Simone are a husband wife team of a neuroscientist and marketer turned entrepreneurs and authors. With graduate degrees from Stanford and Cambridge under their belts as well as five bestselling books, one of which topped out the WSJs nonfiction list, they are widely known (if infamous) intellectuals / provocateurs. If you want to dig into their ideas further or check citations on points they bring up check out their book series. Note: They all sell for a dollar or so and the money made from them goes to charity. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08FMWMFTG

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Based Camp: How Leftist Media became Psychologically Blind to Reality

Join Malcolm, Diana, and Simone in a stimulating conversation addressing some of the intriguing contradictions that arise from certain sociopolitical stances. They delve into complex issues like prenatal screening, abortion, and embryo selection, juxtaposing these topics against the backdrop of social biases. Listen as they highlight the inconsistencies in certain beliefs and reveal how individuals often tailor their convictions based on social approval rather than logical reasoning. Whether you...

Jun 29, 202329 min

Based Camp: How Sexuality Really Works

Welcome back to Based Camp with Malcolm and Simone where we dissect different, fascinating aspects of human cognition. Today's episode centers around sexuality and arousal patterns, as well as fetishes that seem strange to many. Malcolm challenges the traditional Kinsey spectrum and offers a groundbreaking new perspective based on arousal to disgust spectrums for specific stimuli. Simone, meanwhile, shares her unusual hobby of exploring NSFW subreddits and trying to understand the various unique...

Jun 27, 202331 min

Based Camp: The Evils of Truth and Love

Join Malcolm and Simone as they embark on a thought-provoking journey into the nature of truth, the roles of centralized bureaucracy, expertise, and individual discernment in our society. Taking a historical perspective, they analyze the reformation and parallels with today's society, and propose intriguing theories around cultural interpretations of truth. Starting from their reflections on the expert consensus and personal experiences to their deep insights into the historical Jesus, they conc...

Jun 25, 202328 min

Based Camp: Our Relationship Contract

Sit back, grab a drink (preferably not a champagne bottle you're sitting on) and join us for this enlightening discussion about relationship contracts, inspired by a listener's comment. This episode delves into the importance of relationship contracts and the many unspoken social contracts that govern our interactions. With honesty, humor, and a champagne bottle or two, we explore how these contracts play out in the everyday scenarios of our lives and more importantly, in our romantic relationsh...

Jun 23, 202329 min

Based Camp: The (s*x) Slave Race Hypothesis

Join us as we dive deep into a riveting discussion with Diana Fleischman, a reformed academic and evolutionary psychologist, as well as the author of the upcoming book "How to Train Your Boyfriend". In this episode, we explore a variety of intriguing theories, most notably the concept that humans have evolved to be a "slave race", especially under the lens of evolutionary psychology. Diana brings fascinating insights about status hierarchies, gender dynamics, and the potential evolutionary roots...

Jun 21, 202322 min

Based Camp: How Some use LGBTQ+ to Launder White Pride

I told Simone uploading this was a bad idea but she insist I am just being a wuss. In it we discuss how LGBT culture has become a way for white people to express pride - something not allowed through other outlets - and that that this function of LGBT culture has facilitated the expansion of definitions within it. AI Generated Transcript: Simone: [00:00:00] I think what really did resonate with me was this Backdoor to pride, even if you are white. And I wonder if that's why there's creep into th...

Jun 19, 202330 min

Based Camp: Lizard People are Real and Simone is One of Them

Oh shoot! I just realized this might be offense. Sorry but also I don't care. In this thought-provoking discussion, Malcolm and Simone examine the concept of autism and its prevalence among society's elite class, drawing fascinating parallels with historical court culture and contemporary tech CEOs. They delve into how certain aspects of autism, such as a desire for intense schedules and a dislike for touch, resonate with medieval court cultures and are reflected in the behaviors of some of the ...

Jun 17, 202324 min

Based Camp: Tradwives are a Progressive Conspiracy

Written by AI: In this engaging dialogue, Malcolm and Simone dissect the concept of "trad wives" and the socio-cultural transformations that led to their rise and eventual decline. They explore the 1950s ideal of the stay-at-home wife, and why this model is often misunderstood as a "traditional" family structure. Delving further back into history, they illuminate the "corporate family" structure that once dominated society - an intricate network of blood relatives and employees functioning toget...

Jun 14, 202320 min

Based Camp: The THOT Police

This was written by AI: In this thoughtful discussion, Malcolm and Simone engage in a deep dive into the phenomena known as "thots" and the Red Pill Community. They discuss the psychological, societal, and relational aspects of these subjects, considering the stereotypes and realities that exist within them. Malcolm and Simone present their unique perspectives on how certain behaviors and actions can influence the narrative context of a relationship, and how individuals adapt within different co...

Jun 11, 202333 min

Based Camp: Life Extension vs Experience Extension

Description and transcript written by AI: In this enlightening discussion, Malcolm and Simone delve into the fascinating concepts of life extension and experience extension. They explore how the brain forms memories based on novelty and change, a phenomenon that could enable us to expand our remembered or experienced life significantly. Their conversation highlights the idea that by disrupting habitual patterns and seeking out new experiences, we can enrich our lives and potentially remember 50 ...

Jun 09, 202316 min

Based Camp: Why Mormons Won't Inherit the Earth

This was written by an AI, not me: In this video, we delve into a nuanced understanding of conservatism, progressivism, traditionalism, and accelerationism. The goal is to dissect these ideologies and identify their manifestations within various societal structures and cultures. As part of this exploration, we respond to a viewer's question about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, colloquially known as Mormonism. Through our personal experiences and observations, we share insights ...

Jun 06, 202345 min

Based Camp: Traditionalism Is Not the Answer

Written by an AI for SEO from transcript. This is meant to be consumed as a podcast: In this eye-opening video, we explore the two prevalent factions within the conservative movement - the traditionalists and those advocating for adaptation. We debate whether it is possible or even wise to revert to the 'way things used to be', especially in light of major issues like infertility and technological advancements. Using the lens of history, we discuss how traditionalist groups have fared during civ...

Jun 04, 202338 min

Based Camp: Can Determinists Believe in Free Will?

Written by an evil AI for SEO purposes: Title: Unraveling Free Will: A Discussion on Determinism, Quantum Physics, and Consciousness Description: In this engaging and thought-provoking video, join hosts Malcolm and Simone as they delve deep into the philosophical debate around determinism, free will, and the role of quantum physics in our understanding of the universe. Stemming from their Calvinist backgrounds, they present a unique secular viewpoint on determinism and its compatibility with fre...

Jun 02, 202336 min

Based Camp: "Scientific" Racism is for Midwits (as is Ethno-Nationalism)

Dive into a captivating dialogue between Malcolm and Simone as they tackle the issue of scientific racism, particularly concerning the ongoing debate surrounding the genetics of IQ and competence in different ethnic groups. Malcolm makes a compelling case that even if there were genetic variations influencing IQ within populations, these will soon be rendered irrelevant by the growing prevalence and affordability of genetic technologies. In this episode, they discuss the potential of technologie...

Jun 01, 202337 min

Based Camp: How AI Will Alter Class Conflict

In today's discussion, Malcolm and Simone dive deep into the impending impacts of AI on society, particularly on class structure and economic preparedness. They examine how AI is set to radically shift the balance of power between the wealthy and the proletariat, with surprising implications for social mobility. From exploring how AI could make the lower classes obsolete to forecasting the potential rise of genetically modified, AI-empowered underdogs, this discussion promises a thought-provokin...

May 30, 202336 min

Based Camp: Has Psychology Become a Cult?

Written by an evil AI for SEO, not for human consumption: In this engaging and thought-provoking video, we discuss the disturbing trend that is emerging within the field of psychology. This trend is the development of an insidious dependency in the patient-psychologist relationship, which can be potentially harmful to the patient's mental well-being. Using historical and current examples, we dissect the dangers of false memory implantation, the trauma narrative, and the business model that incen...

May 28, 202328 min

Based Camp: Could Our Civilization Collapse in the Near Future?

Description written by an evil AI (for SEO not for actual reading): In this thought-provoking conversation, Malcolm and Simone delve deep into the question - can our civilization collapse? They discuss the historical instances of civilizations collapsing, drawing parallels with the Egyptian and Roman empires, and offer insight into what a modern civilization collapse might look like. We also delve into the big societal experiments of our time - globalization, gender equality, and high levels of ...

May 26, 202327 min

Based Camp: Why Life Extension is Evil

Join us in today's thought-provoking conversation as we delve deep into the topics of life extension, mortality, immortality, and the interplay of these themes with societal progress. We discuss the importance of healthspan expansion and how it differs from life extension, as well as the potential implications of life extension on intergenerational dynamics. We also touch on the conflict within the tech accelerationist communities between life Extensionists and pro-natal factions and how this co...

May 24, 202331 min

Based Camp: Were Progressives Good/Benign Before They Went Woke?

​Welcome to our robust discussion, 'Redefining Progressivism: A Dialogue Between Malcolm and Simone'. In this episode, we delve into the evolution of progressive movements from the eighties and nineties to the present day. Our intention is to identify the core values that shaped these movements and to examine how they have evolved or deviated from their initial principles. We discuss the interplay between progressivism and conservatism, the goal of removing emotional pain in current movements, a...

May 23, 202335 min

Based Camp: What AI Means for the Future of Our Species

Join us for an imaginative exploration of the future of humanity in an AI-dominated world. Our hosts delve into potential societal and genetic shifts, discussing the future of human relationships and the role of AI companions and virtual reality environments. As AI systems advance, they predict a rise and eventual decline in "robosexuality," with more people choosing to live in virtual pods or digitize their consciousness. They also ponder potential changes in human reproduction and the increasi...

May 21, 202342 min

Based Camp: What Religion Would AI Create?

Join Malcolm and Simone as they embark on a deep dive into the world of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). They ponder AGI's potential metaphysical framework or 'religion' and how these superintelligent entities might perceive and interact with the universe differently from humans. The discussion ventures into intriguing theories of AGI developing sapience—the ability to question and modify its own objectives—and how this could lead to shared world perspectives among diverse sapient entities...

May 19, 202319 min

Based Camp: You Probably are Not Sentient

Embark on a deep exploration of the nature of consciousness, self, and the human experience in this thought-provoking video. We dissect the intriguing notion of consciousness as an emergent property of a memory compression system, comparing the mind to a building security system with diverse inputs. Our dialogue delves into how consciousness could influence automatic responses, the deceptive role of consciousness as a 'lying historian', and the perplexing interplay of actions, conscious awarenes...

May 17, 202334 min

Based Camp: Growing Up in the Progressive Cult

Here is a terribly translated transcript of the episode (mostly just here for SEO): Hello Simone. It's wonderful to be here with you today. I'm gonna give you a topic today because I want you to talk more. I talked way too much in that last video. I don't like that. So I want to hear about your origin story growing up within the San Francisco Bay Area sort of your parents' background, how that shaped your worldview today. Interesting. Sure. Yeah, because I would say that meeting you was, it did ...

May 16, 202326 min

Based Camp: Our Political Philosophy

This is a poor translation of the podcast: Hello, Malcolm. Hello, Simone is wonderful to be here again with you today. I'm very excited. What do we talk about? We are gonna talk today about our political philosophy and political philosophy in general, you actually changed the way that I look at politics and that I look at the value of running for elected office. And I think a lot of our views on. Government, economy, culture have really shifted over the past few years, so this should be fun to c...

May 14, 202334 min

Based Camp: Reading Reddit Hate Comments

This is a very bad automatically translated audio transcript of the episode: Hello, Malcolm. Hello, Simone. It's wonderful to be here with you today. What are we talking about? We are talking about Reddit, which is one of our favorite places on the internet, even when it hates us, right? Oh no. Is this gonna be one of those ones where you read mean things to me and I have to react? I would love that, honestly. Sometimes people ping our accounts because they know us, like they know who we are. Ye...

May 13, 202335 min

Based Camp: Revolutions, 4Chan, & Who Wins the Online Culture War

Video Transcript (auto-translated so will include errors):Hello, Malcolm. Hello, Simone. It's wonderful to be here with you today. What are we talking about? I believe we're talking about revolutions and the model for revolutions that you came up with the other day that Surprised me. You always accredit things to me. I don't know why, you know, but whatever we're, because you come up with all the ideas. I ask dumb questions sometimes, which is apparently helpful. Well, this is in reference to th...

May 13, 202326 min

Based Camp: Communism

In this video we discuss the aspects of communism that work, those that don't, and whether communism might work in a post-ai world. Can AI make communism work? Why do Kibbitzes? Malcolm and Simone tackle these topics in this episode of Based Camp. In today's video, we delve into a deep conversation about Communism and its influence in contemporary discourse. We examine the often unseen intersection between various ideologies, from environmentalism to secular Calvinism, and how they sometimes lea...

May 08, 202337 min

Based Camp: Transmaxxing, Gender Constructs, and BAP.

This chat is focused on the concepts of gender and how movements like transmaxxing (or transmaxxing) plays with that concept. What does it mean to be subversive in how one is approaching gender in the age of trans and LGBT becoming mainstream. Is an agender person allowed to identify as cis? Also, what's up with the growing homoeroticism among the aesthetics of the far right like that of BAP (bronze age pervert). Malcolm and Simone tackle these topics in this episode of Based Camp. This is a pub...

May 08, 202330 min

Based Camp: Spoonies, Female Puberty, and Are Women Doomed

This video takes a dive into female puberty and the unique risks associated with it as well as the role of cis women in a society. It also goes into the Spoonie phenomenon and how we can best protect our daughters against it. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit basedcamppodcast.substack.com/subscribe...

May 08, 202333 min

Based Camp: Pissing Off Swole Twitter / Testosterone Declines After Kids

This video is about that time we went viral for pissing off swole Twitter / weight lifting Twitter. We go into how testosterone decreases during a males "second puberty". Malcolm and Simone tackle these topics in this episode of Based Camp. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit basedcamppodcast.substack.com/subscribe...

May 08, 202325 min
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