The Moral Compass: Noam Chomsky and the Responsibility of Intellectuals

What is the true role of intellectuals in society? In this episode, we delve into Noam Chomsky's seminal essay, "The Responsibility of Intellectuals," to explore the moral obligations of those who influence ideology and public discourse. We examine Chomsky's critique of "responsible" intellectuals who conform to power versus dissidents who challenge it, analyzing historical examples from US foreign policy in Vietnam and Latin America. Uncover the tensions between truth, ideology, and complicity as we question the selective recognition of dissent in adversarial states versus its erasure in allied ones. A must-listen for seekers of intellectual integrity in turbulent times.