The Psychology of Dissident Acts | Guest: Leslie Elliott | Ep 34

Leslie Elliott is the co-founder of Solid Ground, a peer support community for ordinary people navigating extreme ideologies. Based outside Seattle, she also participates in a strong homeschooling community.

In this episode, Sienna Mae Heath and Leslie Elliott explore the psychology of dissident acts. What makes a person resist groupthink? What are the qualities of a modern-day dissident? What combination of time, place, and deep care or value can motivate someone to speak their conscience?

Also watch Universities Are Sterilizing Language | Whistleblower Leslie Elliott | Ep 23.

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