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- Опубліковано 6 чер 2024
- This episode is a compelling journey through the darker sides of our modern realities, offering no easy answers but many important questions. Bassem's voice is an important warning to those who might choose to ignore the world. His reflections invite us to think deeply about our own beliefs, biases, and the kind of future we are creating, so take the time to Slow Down with us and look for answers to some truly tough questions.
As we continue our Unstressable series, Bassem's courage to speak about the world's most challenging topics should remind us never to be afraid to take, even the biggest problems, head on.
00:00 Intro
05:00 The oversized role of ego
07:36 Fame is not real
11:49 Bassem's veganism
12:42 The last time Mo and Bassem met
14:53 Is most of humanity disappointing?
18:00 Bassem's influence in the Israel-Palestine conflict
21:10 Are we in an era of hyperinformation?
23:45 Cancel culture
24:37 Will humanity ever change?
32:57 Can we be hopeful?
37:56 Are we heading into more conflict?
40:23 The end of the truth
48:50 How will AI affect us?
1:00:35 How does Bassem keep going?
For more thought-provoking exploration and a lot of laughter you can catch Bassem Youssef on his European "Middle Beast" tour in: Oslo, Berlin, Zurich, Munich, Hamburg, Antwerp, Stockholm, London, Copenhagen, Birmingham, Dublin, Manchester, and Paris: www.bassemyoussef.xyz/upcomin...
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Two of my favourite people on this planet ♥️from Ireland . 🇮🇪
Bassem is very intelligent, educated but a down to earth and humble human being. He deserves all the respect ❤
Two genius minds and humanitarian decent souls! If only the world had more of you both.
Bassem is a true Hero
33:40 "Conflict is an alibi you create to start a war." So true
When bad things happen in life I say, “and this too shall pass”, and when things are going extra well I say, “and this too shall pass”. I just make sure that am enjoying living in the moment.
“The Bigger the ego the smaller you are” so true!
Well said
Lots of rich athletes have big Egos and other highly successful men so im gonna disagree with this
M. Youssef, what you say and your positions have an impact and resonate with millions ... please keep up and things will end up by changing because, as you said, everything is temporary ...
Great interview.
Yes Mo, re complacence.
Bad things happen when good people stand by and do nothing.
MO. Please tell the Doctor for the Soul we need him to come to south Africa!. You too. I was a diplomat and my first posting was to Cairo. Stayed in Maadi and worked in Giza. The powerhouse of North Africa and we the powerhouse in the south!. Visit us. Get to know us and see how far we have come because Palestine will follow in our footsteps. See the future of Palestine...
Thank you Mo & Bassem for this highly intelligent and powerful conversation!
two egyptian masters! much love and appreciation for both of you!
Bassem makes us see the Bassem in each of us..
That's very true man, I feel like part of me is finally talking and finally being heard...
Thanks for your comment
Some of the most brilliant comments on life/fame/ego that I have ever heard on a podcast... actually, anywhere! And a vegan to boot! 🙏
One of my favourite interviews
If only we had few leaders in this world thinking like Bassem !
Both are wonderful human, intelligent and genuinely talented!
This format is way better, Mo, more human, I mean, interacting directly. I am very grateful to have discovered you two months ago. You give me clarity, and I really wish we could connect on another dimension philosophically, because I totally resonate with your thoughts.
Excellent!!! I love watching Bassem and Mo has brought a different perspective to the conversation. Very well done indeed.
God be with Dr.Bassem
Deep. Compelling. Provokes introspective thought. Brilliant. Thank you.
So true.. the world doesn’t owe us anything.
My mom use to tell me “you are not gold” to everybody.
Yup ..self love ❤️and self sufficient.
Mo, I love your content! Thank you for this installment with the wonderful Bassem Youssef. I was hoping to hear your thoughts on the AI programs like "Lavender" and "Where's Daddy" being used by Israel in Gaza. Please speak out on this if you can. Thank you
Ya Bassem i understand that you say, you're not an expert about the Palestinian cause. Nor am I as the most of the people, but we have all common sense, and most of us have a heart in our chest. Some might only have stone where the heart should be. Otherwise you can't understand the crimes done in this conflict. Peace 🕊
Please stop conflict cause that word conflict means both sides have same power which is not true. May Allah swt protect, honour, grant peace and freedom to my brothers and sisters
Politicians are actively participant tools but aren't the planners and the decision makers.
I love Bassem's straight forward opinion. Telling the truth as is. Simple yet so difficult to do in these times. We are indeed lead by psychopaths.
Thank to both of you for this wonderful interview
I have been following Bassem for many years. I understand what it is to move to another country and start your life all over. Incredibly hard, but also it is an opportunity. I am so happy for all his success. He is very smart, intelligent, kind and compassionate. I hope his success will continue. Wishing him all the BEST.
"One has to choose between fame and fortune and Truth and honesty" Norman Finkelstein said something like that ...
Finkelstein gets that from Benda's book, The Treason of the Intellectuals.
Baseem speach in in in recent past was amazing every one should listen it.
A great interview with alot of reasonable wisdom, thanks ❤
Much respect to Bassam 🙏
Bassem Youssef .. Great personality.. Allahumma barik
What a wonderful conversation between friends n peers. More please☪️🤲
Saw bassem at Piers Morgan show,brilliant!
Thank you.
The truth is that equality is the source of all wisdom. Divided we exit the truth for advantage.
Great interview 👏
This episode is soo Egyptian, I love It 😄
Thank you Mo!
Really like your podcast❤
Egyptian products at its finest.. much respect bros
I think change is effected by our voices, just not as much as we would like. Sadly, I think change is slow - multi generational - but we keep pushing, if we give up it's definitely lost. (24:40 ish)
Yes!
Thank you guys, such a good discussion!
Two of my favourite men to listen to talking, thank you.
Awesome podcast !
We love you Bassem!
What a wonderfull combination watching this two guys in a meaningfull talk, about some important things, which move us all these times.
Thank you for this Video ❤
I like that you both are arguing material power or materialism versus networking powering or ideological power. And how to organize them into which is the priority to create our space on the hill against powers at be. Thank you!
Oh , Bassam brother when I was anxiously watching Egyptians at the Taharir square I was telling myself it can be chained ever ?! Took a week off work I couldn’t abandon them on the Tahriar SQ it was paining my soul: organization, determination, responsibilities: cleaning after themselves collecting tiny pieces but the left leave me in my puzzle asking what happened to the major Goal? Please both of u have a show on it . I am Egyptian like u but not Egyptian like everyone else. I am sick of wrong and injustice to my core! When I found few like u 2 I shut the door and sit listening by cell cell of my physical body and soul tired wrong! So do not give up Allah gives u power do not abandon us. Look at the youth thirst for justice!
Outstanding episode. Thank you both.
🎉❤Thank you guys
This is the greatest depressing episode! Thank you! Love the banter back and forth and the ability you both have to not always agree with each other is delightful. Even if the sky is falling I feel better knowing you guys are somehow at the helm!
Thank you so much for this video. It was very beneficial. Keep up the Great Work! Much appreciated!
So VERY interesting! Two superb humans. I especially loved the AI discussion as well. Subscribed. Wish Bassem's show was coming to Cape Town, South Africa!
Love it!
thank you
May Allah grant you content and keep you both safe physically and spiritually.
Yes Bassem the only thing possible in the west is speaking and not completely freely, but can you imagine silence, no one saying anything while the killing is going on?
People definitely can change policy : if people get together can throw government out.
Eye opening. Love you guys 🥰✌️
He is so right. That is how they think and sadly it affects the majority of people.
Mashallah such an intelligent man 🤓 and that’s why the west are scared of him - truth hurts.
My favorite Mo i didn’t know to you have podcast. I’m happy to subscribed you.
Excellent ❤❤❤
Exceptional..
Guys, it's wonderful seeing you both together discussing very important topics on world view. To Mo I say keep pushing your thoughts on using AI to better the world and to Bassen I say keep doing what you are doing to save humanity and allow me to adopt this slogan for now "Human lives MATTER". 🙏🙏🙏
When listening to this podcast I have to put the bass down and treble up due to the strong powerful voices here
Such a complicated world 🌎 we live in.😞chaos is inevitable.
Didn't you had a channel Mo. Legend 👍
He’s a genius and kind man.
Love your accent guys ❤
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I heard that Egyptian thinkers are very unique in the world...
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11:40 Bassem Youssef is a vegan!! More love to you!
Well, he is plant based. Being vegan is not a diet. It means you avoid, as far as possible, all kinds of exploitation and harm to animals. This also includes clothes, cosmetics and so on without exceptions. He said he eat fish some times, so he is more of a pescatarian. He do it for "his" health not for the well being of the animals.
Congrats 🎊 on your new marriage!
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اتمنى من باسم يوسف يشوف حلقة الدحيح عن فلسطين فيها معلومات عظيمة
Change is impossible until it is inevitable We have won change before and we can do it again. Organize, Protest, Lobby, Vote.
The AI Segment caught me off guard but was actually interesting
Two totally amazing men. They have left me with renewed hope for this world. Thank you, gentlemen
I have hope that the world continues to produce intelligent people but I probably have , as they have, given up hope for humanity!
Any possibility for u2 to visit Canada?
5:35 I need to tell to some of my collegues
And, you get harassed or punished in a way or another for expressing yourself freely, example the university students and some you tube hosts and more...
Egypt rises! ❤
If there is a freedom of speech we call it democracy. But if that speech has no effect on policy making what is the point of having democracy, or may be democracy is no longer a viable way of having participatory governance.
Watching you two is like imagining a conversation between Ibn Sina and al Khawrizmi in Western clothing. 😅. Such disturbing topics covered with such informed discourse. May Almighty bring enlightenment and peace back to normal for everyone.
God speed.
Most of Bassem’s views are spot on, however one thing I disagree with, If we were truly in charge, including the maniacs that seem to be at the helm, we would have destroyed ourselves a long time ago, there is a power unlike anything we can conceive behind every appearance..the power that brought about trillions of stars,
in this illusion we call existence things happen to make us aware of our need to pay attention and understand ourselves, not to torture and torment human beings..there will always be those who do..there will always be hope.
Pessimism often leaves us feeling stuck or defeated. It's essential to acknowledge challenges and difficulties, but dwelling solely on the negative can hinder progress and innovation. It's about finding a balance between recognizing obstacles and seeking solutions, fostering optimism and hope along the way. What do you think would be a more constructive approach to facing challenges?
I was really waiting and hoping that Mo would speak out about the horrors that are going on. I am very disappointed about the extremely mild approach to even remotely addressing exactly what is going on in Gaza. There is no my truth your truth about this. I understand for people like Mo wanting to stay neutral in order not to offend anyone But this is something that we can no longer ignore and everyone must have a stance on. The people of Gaza are being
Slaughtered and we should condemn it and talk about it as much as possible. For those who would say this is not the platform for that because #Unstressable I would respond that No matter how dark the event of life are or how much this would stress us out or even depress us. I believe it is inhumane to close our eyes on what’s going on for the price of our own tranquillity.
The problem with waxing rhapsodic about AI and other tech is we never get to the discussion about WHO controls it and WHY. The glib "you will lose your job" is scary, and the only way to control tech for the common good is via socialism, where PEOPLE matter first, and all tech is for the people's benefit.
Ugh AI terrifies my soul honestly & after this it scares me more even if there is a chance to improve the world.. I just don’t see leaders using it ethically I don’t
Woow hates off to both of you. Two master minds in one show
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
00:00 *🤖 Introduction to the episode*
- This episode is different from the typical Slow Mo episodes, as it touches on more political and humanitarian topics.- The host acknowledges that the topics discussed may not be the most optimistic, but contain important truths about our present and future.
- The focus is on the challenges people face in the world today and how to deal with them better.
00:45 *🗣️ Introduction to the guest, Bassem Youssef*
- Bassem Youssef is a Middle Eastern beacon of hope who started a successful satirical TV show in Egypt during the Arab Spring.
- After the Arab Spring, Bassem faced accusations and had to flee Egypt, eventually settling in the US.
- The host met Bassem in 2015 when he was struggling to rebuild his career and overcome the consequences of expressing his views.
03:42 *🌍 The humanitarian dilemma in the age of AI and deep fakes*
- The host expresses concern about the truth and our right to express our own truths, especially in the age of the rise of artificial intelligence and deep fakes.
- This is a humanitarian issue that the host believes is one of the biggest challenges we face.
04:20 *🚀 Bassem's rise to fame and the fragility of ego*
- Bassem discusses how his sudden rise to fame at the age of 38-39, after being humiliated as a heart surgeon, made him feel scared and vulnerable.
- He explains that the bigger the ego, the more fragile it is, and fame can be intoxicating or make one feel scrutinized.
- Bassem had to learn to separate himself from the mood of adoration and expectation that came with his sudden fame.
09:33 *🚶♂️ Embracing fame and living in the moment*
- Bassem chooses to embrace his fame and interact with people in public, despite the potential for both love and hate reactions.
- He believes that everything is temporary, including fame and success, so it's important to live in the moment and not let anxiety about the future consume us.
12:47 *🌍 The loss of hope and the rise of anger after the Arab Spring*
- Bassem explains that in 2014-2015, he and many others were in a different place, filled with anger, bitterness, and a sense of betrayal after the hopes of the Arab Spring were crushed.
- He had to rebuild his life from scratch after fleeing Egypt, which was a difficult and confusing process.
15:22 *🌍 Humanity's disappointing direction and the problem of complacency*
- Bassem believes that the overall direction of humanity is disappointing, with those in power often acting in harmful ways.
- However, he argues that the biggest problem is the complacency of the majority, who allow the wrongdoings of the few to continue unchecked.
17:53 *🗣️ Bassem's unexpected involvement in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict*
- Bassem explains that he never intended to get involved in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, as he saw it as a chronic issue with no clear resolution.
- However, he has found himself thrust into the middle of it, being invited to discuss the topic on various shows, despite not considering himself an expert on the subject.
20:08 *🌍 The problem of not being told the truth*
- Bassem and the host discuss the movie "Idiocracy" as a representation of the future, where people are hyper-informed but not actually well-informed.
- They argue that the abundance of information does not necessarily translate to people being truly informed, as they can be distracted or influenced by algorithms and misinformation.
00:00 *🤖 Introduction to the episode and the guest, Bassem Youssef*
- This episode covers more political and humanitarian topics, rather than the typical Slow Mo content.
- The host acknowledges the topics may not be the most optimistic, but contain important truths about our present and future.
03:42 *🌍 The humanitarian dilemma in the age of AI and deep fakes*
- The host expresses concern about the truth and our right to express our own truths, especially in the age of the rise of artificial intelligence and deep fakes.
- This is seen as a major humanitarian issue and one of the biggest challenges we face.
04:20 *🚀 Bassem's rise to fame and the fragility of ego*
- Bassem discusses his sudden rise to fame and how it made him feel scared and vulnerable, as the bigger the ego, the more fragile it is.
- Fame can be intoxicating or make one feel scrutinized, and Bassem had to learn to separate himself from the adoration and expectation that came with his fame.
09:33 *🚶♂️ Embracing fame and living in the moment*
- Bassem chooses to embrace his fame and interact with people in public, despite potential love and hate reactions.
- He believes that everything is temporary, including fame and success, so it's important to live in the moment and not let anxiety about the future consume us.
12:47 *🌍 The loss of hope and the rise of anger after the Arab Spring*
- Bassem explains that in 2014-2015, he and many others were filled with anger, bitterness, and a sense of betrayal after the hopes of the Arab Spring were crushed.
- He had to rebuild his life from scratch after fleeing Egypt, which was a difficult and confusing process.
15:22 *🌍 Humanity's disappointing direction and the problem of complacency*
- Bassem believes the overall direction of humanity is disappointing, with those in power often acting in harmful ways.
- The biggest problem is the complacency of the majority, who allow the wrongdoings of the few to continue unchecked.
17:53 *🗣️ Bassem's unexpected involvement in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict*
- Bassem never intended to get involved in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, but found himself thrust into the middle of it, being invited to discuss the topic on various shows.
- He has had to educate himself on the issue and formulate his own perspectives, even if they differ from long-time experts.
20:08 *🌍 The problem of not being told the truth*
- Bassem and the host discuss the movie "Idiocracy" as a representation of the future, where people are hyper-informed but not actually well-informed.
- They argue that the abundance of information does not necessarily translate to people being truly informed, as they can be distracted or influenced by algorithms and misinformation.
33:04 *🌍 Hope and the shifting of power*
- The host expresses some hope, noting that the accelerating pace of technology could lead to a significant shift in power dynamics.
- Conflict is often used as an alibi to start wars, while greed is the true driving force behind many human conflicts.
38:01 *🔍 The risk of a larger war and the influence of religious extremism*
- The host and Bassem discuss the possibility of an impending World War, driven by factors like climate change, limited resources, and the dangers of artificial intelligence.
- They also explore the influence of religious extremism, particularly among certain groups in the US government, who are actively pushing for the end times and a holy war.
- The host and Bassem discuss the possibility of an impending World War, driven by factors like religious fanaticism and the desire for power.
- They express concern about how certain groups in the US government, driven by extremist religious beliefs, are actively pushing for the end times and a holy war.
45:14 *🤔 Separating oneself from politics and focusing on areas of influence*
- The host and Bassem discuss the challenges of separating oneself from politics, as it is so deeply intertwined with everyday life.
- Bassem argues that while politics affects people's lives, individuals may have limited ability to directly influence policy decisions.
48:54 *🤖 The rise of AI and its impact on humanity*
- Bassem and the host discuss the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and the profound implications it has for the future of humanity.
- AI is seen as a powerful new "superpower" that is driving a global race for technological dominance, with significant consequences for individuals and nations.
57:05 *🔍 The host's personal experience with AI*
- The host shares his own experience with AI, having recognized the potential impact of the technology several years ago and attempting to raise awareness about it.
- He faced challenges in getting people to take the issue seriously, as the general public was not yet aware of the rapid advancements in AI.
59:40 *🌍 Maintaining hope and motivation in the face of challenges*
- Bassem shares his approach to waking up and staying motivated in the face of the daunting challenges facing the world.
- He emphasizes the importance of not seeking validation or expecting the world to owe you anything, and instead finding self-validation and motivation from within.
01:03:23 *🎫 Promoting Bassem's upcoming tour*
- The host enthusiastically promotes Bassem's upcoming tour in Europe, highlighting the various cities and venues he will be performing in.
- The tour is seen as an exciting opportunity for Bassem to share his unique brand of comedy and social commentary with audiences across the continent.
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A very Egyptian episode 😂❤❤
معلمين والله بس بصراحة جبتولي اكتئاب... و ده طبع مصري صميم❤😂😂😂
We are dependent on our humanness (morals/values) to ensure AI does not destroy but enhance our world… A BIG Ask
Scary 🤨
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