US 2.0: Win Hearts, Then Minds
The Dalai Lama's idea that one's enemy is the best teacher doesn't always hold true when dealing with others who don't share our values, according to sociologist Sylvia. She explores common mistakes people make in trying to persuade others, as well as how to break out of echo chambers amid US 2.0 series.
An OpenAI Researcher on "Techno-Humanism"
This podcast discusses Richard Ngo's essay on Techno-humanism as an updated form of techno-optimism in the 21st century.
Ep. 1739 - Truth vs. Pride
A federal judge rules against Tennessee's law banning drag shows for minors as a Utah school district bans The Bible from school libraries following Walgreens' debut of their anti-shoplifting initiative.
Daily Wire Backstage: Now With Even More Dystopia!
Roundtable featuring Ben Shapiro, Andrew Klavan, Michael Knowles and Matt Walsh discuss concerns about GOP's chances and potential for widespread Democratic leadership changes.
Will MacAskill - Longtermism, Altruism, History, & Technology
Will MacAskill discusses reasons why there are few people discussing big picture questions like historical contingency and human happiness, citing disincentives in academia and industry for such work. He also mentions his potential interest in creating a new university to focus on such issues. The book he wrote is 'What We Owe The Future' which will be available from August 16th in the US, first of September in the UK.
Ep. 1517 - The Joecession Is Here
The Dow dropped below 30,000 for the first time since before the pandemic and listeners are being asked to fund conservative initiatives such as watching Matt Walsh's new documentary 'What Is A Woman?' with details available at whatisawoman.com.
Ep. 699 - Bad Things Happen When You Resist Arrest
Discussion on released body cam footage of Daunte Wright's death and its uncensored portrayal in the media. Also, coverage on Brooklyn Center Police chief's press conference, White House vaccine strategy for white conservatives, and cancellation of the actor who previously voiced Apu on The Simpsons.
How to fix our polarized conversations (with Robb Willer)
Stanford professor Robb Willer discusses his research on political persuasion and the role of morality in ideological division; insights into economic inequality, racial prejudice, masculine overcompensation, and climate change views are shared.
Ep. 431 - Can Bernie Win?
Bernie Sanders likely to be Democratic nominee; Conservatives should take caution, as there's a chance he could win. Pete Buttigieg pulls a questionable and tasteless political stunt. Reason for Clint Eastwood's cancellation is discussed.
Ep. 390 - The Anti-Porn Argument No One Has Addressed
Matt Walsh presents an undiscussed argument for porn prohibition/regulation in today's podcast. Also discussed: a video on college students supporting Medicare for all with limited understanding, and a debate on the worst Christmas song.
Ep 256 - Speeding Down The Slippery Slope
Discussion on controversial college course potentially 'training pedophiles', debate about rise of false sexual assault accusations, and examination of seven questionable pro-abortion arguments
The TED Interview
Sam discusses morality build-through reason with TED's Chris Anderson, debating moral superiority, cultural superiority, and moral progress while delving into the role of reason in defining right from wrong.
