Beyond Gender

James Lindsay

Jan 28, 2026
James Lindsay, PhD-trained mathematician turned cultural commentator and founder of New Discourses. He recounts the Grievance Studies hoax, why he targeted certain academic fields, and the shift from satire to activism. He explains his definition of woke, traces its spread across the spectrum, and describes the personal and political fallout from his work.
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Grievance Studies Hoax Story

  • James Lindsay recounts how he and collaborators submitted hoax papers to expose weaknesses in certain academic fields.
  • Their fake papers, including the
INSIGHT

Woke As A Translatable Ideology

  • Lindsay describes himself as a translator of 'woke' thought, making its vocabulary and logic accessible.
  • He argues interpretive work reveals how critical theory shapes tactics and speech across institutions.
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Voters Often Don't Believe Harsh Claims

  • Political consultants found voters disbelieved strong claims about gender medicine for children.
  • Lindsay says translation and education are necessary because voters often don't grasp what's actually occurring.
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