The hosts discuss the concept of community within marginalized groups, the controversy surrounding referring to females as 'boys', their favorite characters in the game 'Slay the Spire', and the lack of conservative guests on the show.
The LGBTQ+ community is not a cohesive entity but a diverse population with varying needs and desires, and referring to it as a unified community is based on a false premise similar to the notion of the black community as one cohesive group.
The podcast faces challenges in finding ideologically diverse guests, as some individuals on the left are becoming increasingly reluctant to engage in discussions with those who hold opposing viewpoints, while conservatives tend to be more willing to defend their positions and engage in dialogue.
Deep dives
Is the LGBTQ+ community a cohesive entity?
The episode explores the question of whether the LGBTQ+ community can be considered a cohesive entity. The host and guest discuss the idea that there is no unified community, but rather a population of disparate individuals with varying desires and needs. They argue that referring to the LGBTQ+ community as a community is based on a false premise, similar to referring to the black community as one cohesive group. They also discuss the benefits and utility of maintaining a sense of linked identity within the LGBTQ+ community in the face of a resurgence of homophobia and transphobia.
Thoughts on having conservative guests
The host and guest address the question of whether the podcast should have thoughtful conservative guests to discuss cultural and economic issues. They reveal that they have had a hard time finding willing conservative guests, as their show has a tendency to overlap with other similar podcasts. They discuss the possibility of having guests such as David French, but express a desire to avoid having the same guests as other shows. They also mention the challenges of finding guests who are willing to engage in discussions with opposing viewpoints and the prevailing trend of avoiding such discussions.
Challenges in finding ideologically diverse guests
The episode highlights the challenges faced in finding ideologically diverse guests for the podcast. The host and guest recall instances where potential liberal and conservative guests declined invitations to appear on the show. They discuss the increasing reluctance among some individuals on the left to engage in discussions with those who hold opposing viewpoints. They contrast this with a perceived willingness among conservatives to defend their positions and engage in dialogue. The episode also acknowledges the complexities and potential asymmetries in this issue, questioning if similar instances occur within conservative circles.
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