Dar Dixon Videos
Videos by Dar Dixon. Author | Memoir of my years in a cult! 📚 (Dec. '24) | Help navigate your challenges | Consultant|Coach|Speaker
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The Cult of Personality: How Mainstream Politics Borrows from Cult Tactics Ever wondered how cults keep their members so engaged? It's not magic. It's a mix of Behavior, Information, Thought, and Emotional control. The BITE Model of Authoritarian Control. And guess what? These tactics aren't exclusive to fringe groups. Deep Dive: Dr. Janja Lalich has spent 30 years studying this. Her findings? Disturbingly familiar. www.janjalalich.com Video Evidence: RSBN's coverage. They call Trump "president" and his plane "Trump Force One". Not just a slip of the tongue. It's a narrative. The 'Stolen' Election: Dangerous and divisive. 61 lawsuits dismissed. Yet, the narrative persists. Why? Follow the Money: Joe Seales of RSBN found a goldmine in disinformation. Fox News? They're paying the price. $787M to Dominion and counting. (remember the Smartmatic lawsuit against them? - $2.7B) Read Up: Seth Abramson lays it bare. Trump's alleged collusion, corruption, and more. amazon.com and sethabramson.substack.com The BITE Model: Ever heard of it? Steven Hassan, PhD @cultexpert breaks down the cultish behavior around MAGA and Trump. Eye-opening. freedomofmind.com Here's my question to you: Are we, as a society, becoming more susceptible to these tactics? And if so, how do we guard against them?
So THAT’S how you do the the flying-fresh-snow-face-scrub-to full-scorpion-kneeling-beggar-with arms flailed…? I did not know that. 🏁🏁🏁
Watching the red panda enjoy those grapes reminds us that it's the little moments of connection that bring joy to life. It's the moments, man.
Wow. This video of a dolphin and human embryo in the phylotypic stage makes me wonder about the interconnectedness of life on this planet. The fact that these two species, so different in appearance and behavior, share such a similar developmental stage is fascinating to me. It's also worth noting that the phylotypic stage is a critical time in embryonic development, where the basic body plan of the organism is established. In humans, this stage occurs at around 4 to 8 weeks after conception, and in dolphins it occurs around 4 to 6 weeks. May this serve as a powerful reminder that all living things are part of the same web of life, and that we are more alike than we may realize. It's also a reminder of our shared responsibility to protect and care for the natural world, including the amazing creatures that inhabit it alongside us.
Timothy Gager and I had some fun! I heard a Voice at the beginning of the episode... Life After Addiction & Creativity: A Candid Conversation with Timothy Gager, Author of "The Best of Timothy Gager" Full Episode here: https://pod.co/the-art-of-being-dar/the-timothy-gager-experience-v2-0 In this eye-opening and inspiring episode, join us for an incredibly honest and captivating discussion with Timothy Gager, a recovered alcoholic and author of "The Best of Timothy Gager." We dive deep into the challenges of overcoming addiction, the impact on daily life, and the process of re-discovering oneself after getting clean. Tim also shares his journey as a writer and how his experiences have shaped his work. Additionally, we touch on the evolving nature of language and the role of politics in shaping societal norms. This is an episode you won't want to miss, as Timothy's story, perspective, and creative pursuits offer valuable lessons for everyone, regardless of their background or experiences. Tim's background, journey to sobriety, and the inspiration behind "The Best of Timothy Gager" Finding purpose, rebuilding life after addiction, and channeling creativity into writing The challenges of learning how to live life post-addiction and the role of writing in healing The role of language in recovery, society, and Tim's creative work The importance of addressing sensitive issues and evolving societal norms in literature and beyond Brief discussion on politics, the need for justice, and the influence on Tim's writing Tim's aspiration to be a regular guest on the show and share his experiences A closer look at "The Best of Timothy Gager" and the importance of having lively, entertaining guests Don't miss this insightful and raw conversation that dives into the heart of addiction, recovery, and the journey to rediscover oneself while also exploring the creative world of writing. Listen to the episode and watch the YouTube video to learn from Timothy's experiences
I'm creating a huge art exhibit with my friends/partners-in-art, Daniel N.Marder & Joseph Ivacic They're world-class glass artists. I'm not. But I have other skills. I decided that we'd document our journey from the beginning by doing podcast episodes on my podcast The Art of Being Dar - with Dar Dixon. It's called The Theriac Project & it's our collective outrage at school shootings/mass shootings/lack of sensible gun reform laws. And it's a multi-media exhibit with glass work like you've never seen before, and... I can't say anything else right now! It's pretty, pretty... pretty good, though. We started in late August of 2022 and it's amazing to see how far we've come. We're quite literally, building it in public. We have a well respected museum that wants to show us in their main room. Who woulda thunk it, right? Here's a clip from our first episode - tons more to come.
Yup, I was in a pseudo-religious, doomsday cult. Sh*t was crazy, man. I tell all about it in my upcoming memoir. In the meantime, here’s a clip from the Whatheflok? “Cult Survival Stories” co-hosted by my friend Hoyt Richards (we met in the cult, and we’ve stayed friends - I told you it was crazy!) This is about the time I met Sylvester Stallone…
Michael Rapaport used to say this line all the time: podcasts, interviews, Instagram, wherever. It’s from Danny Aiello’s character - Sal - in the 1989 hit “Do The Right Thing”. I love that Danny tries his “I hide behind a mask” actor bullsh*t, and sees Rapaport with his head back… and finally delivers the line. 😂❤️🤣❤️😂 ✌🏾❤️✊🏾