In this video Breedlove asserts that Peter betrayed the Christ because he was swept up and imitating the crowd memetically. I do not agree and find it to be a very shallow conclusion.
He then goes on to say that this behaviour is not instinctive. And talks about children animals and instinct. And how this memetic desire or "hypnosis" is non instinctual.
Here is what I think.
Peter had a culturally rooted respect and fear of the authority of the Rabinnic order.
Abraham lied about Sarah being his wife when he was afraid of authority above his.
Even a little child will, and I assert, INSTINCTIVELY lie, even to their parents if they are in a situation where they fear punishment or taking responsibility.
The atmosphere in Jerusalem that evening was tense and the disciples were scattered and afraid that they would be guilty by association.
Peter was accused to be complicit in a conspiracy to undermine the authority of the Rabinnic order and Jesus was accused of blasphemy meaning a de facto death sentence.
Roberts assesment based on Rene Girards writing is phsycological psuedo babble that has almost nothing to do with the obvious point...
Being that:
The natural humans (infant or otherwise) drive and will to survive is an INSTINCT. Not memetic desire.
We discipline that instinct of self preservation by practicing self control. Gal 5:23
Speaking truth to power we transcend the base instinct and inspire confidence in our bitcoiner brethren, strengthening the weak hands.
We become resolute and mighty eventually claiming the final victory.
I always watch Breedloves show and greatly appreciate the time and energy he has invested into Bitcoin education.