1. Ben Izzard + Tyrone Muhammad
Doublethink
Ben Izzard + Tyrone Muhammad

2. Definition
Doublethink is the act of ordinary people simultaneously accepting two contradictory beliefs as correct, often in distinct social contexts.
Doublethink can be linked to examples within our own society.

3. Novel Examples
Oceania is continually at war with either Eurasia or Eastasia
The names of the party’s four ministries (each party contradicts its name) : Ministry of Plenty – oversees shortages of resources
Ministry of Peace – declares and conducts war
Ministry of Love – doles out cruel, harsh punishments/torture
Ministry of Truth – spreads propaganda and revises historical facts

4. Examples in our Society
Santa Clause - We know that Santa Clause doesn’t exist, however we share of his existence to young children.
Adolf Hitler’s Reign of the German Empire – Hitler attempted to convey himself as a savior to the people of Germany, however, killed millions of innocent people in the process.