Time Quote by Kevin Berry
““All of them. I mean, they ask you a question, and they don’t want to hear the answer if it disagrees with their own opinion. Typical NS crap. I’ve heard this heaps of times.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Media Critique Podcast, 2022
People often ask questions but reject answers that conflict with their own views, reflecting closed‑mindedness and echo chambers
In simple terms: People dismiss opposing answers, showing bias and intolerance
Key Takeaway
Cultivate openness and evaluate ideas on merit, not conformity
Themes
communication
bias
dialogue
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
social
psychological
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- public debates
- online discussions
Key Concepts
echo chamber effect
cognitive dissonance
Questions to Reflect On
- What strategies can break echo‑chamber cycles?
- How can one encourage honest discourse without hostility?
A Different Perspective
Changing minds is difficult when identity is tied to opinions
