The Comedy Cellar: Live from the Table Expert Witness in Irving Trial Debunks Holocaust Deniers. Also, ICE Shooting, Dilbert Cartoonist Scott Adams and
Jan 15, 2026
Professor Robert Jan Van Pelt, an esteemed architectural historian and leading expert on Auschwitz, shares insights into the misconceptions surrounding Nazi gas chambers. He dissects the fallacies of Holocaust denial and explains why claims of innocence about Zyklon B’s dual use for delousing and mass murder are unfounded. The conversation also tackles the legal ramifications of recent ICE shootings, exploring officer accountability and systemic issues within immigration enforcement. Intriguing perspectives on controversial figures and their impacts on public discourse are also discussed.
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Scott Adams Stayed True To His Work
- Noam Dworman recounts his cordial email exchange and interview with Scott Adams near the end of Adams's life.
- Dworman emphasizes Adams kept producing his show until the end, showing sincerity in his convictions.
Replay Bias Harms Split-Second Judgments
- Noam argues video replays create an unfair advantage against defendants who had split-second to act.
- He reasons criminal convictions require certainty beyond reasonable doubt despite public replay and debate.
Apply The Right Legal Standard
- For criminal charges, insist on the beyond-a-reasonable-doubt standard before condemning an officer.
- For civil liability, apply the preponderance standard and pursue accountability where anger or poor judgment seems more likely.
