

Candace Owens x E. Michael Jones
E. Michael Jones, an insightful author and media commentator, delves into the profound societal impact of pornography in this engaging discussion. He critiques the roots of sexual liberation movements and their philosophical implications. The dialogue spans the historical tension between Hollywood and the Catholic Church, exploring how cultural shifts have contributed to declining moral standards. Jones also tackles the influence of elites in manipulating cultural narratives, emphasizing the need for a spiritual awakening amidst contemporary challenges.
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Pornography as Spiritual Weapon
- Pornography is a spiritual weapon used to enslave souls by dominating desires.
- E. Michael Jones connects this to Augustine's view on sin causing servitude in "The City of God".
Pornography Used for Control
- Pornography is used as a tool of control, not freedom, evidenced by Israeli tactics in Ramallah.
- Forcing youth to watch porn creates addiction that prevents resistance to oppression.
Sexual Liberation Fuels Revolutions
- Sexual liberation was designed as a revolutionary engine starting with the Marquis de Sade and French Revolution.
- Pornography drove social upheaval by placing passion above reason, destabilizing order.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Pornography and Social Control
03:06 • 27min
Reassessing Neoconservatism and Its Historical Context
30:08 • 4min
Hollywood, Morality, and the Pornography Debate
33:42 • 14min
Elites, Art, and Cultural Manipulation
47:35 • 9min
The Struggling Legacy of American Protestantism
56:43 • 19min
Overcoming Addiction through Faith and Grace
01:15:20 • 4min

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A history of the reformation in England and Ireland
in a series of letters


William Cobbett
Written between 1824 and 1827, this book challenges the traditional Protestant narrative of the Reformation, portraying it as a source of national decline rather than progress.
Cobbett, though not a Catholic, passionately defends the pre-Reformation era as a time of greater social harmony and prosperity, blaming the Reformation for contemporary poverty and strife.
The work is notable for its lively, polemical style and its focus on the social and economic consequences of religious change, rather than theological debate.
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The marble faun

Nathaniel Hawthorne

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• Mentioned in 3 episodes
Religion and the Rise of Capitalism

Benjamin M. Friedman
In 'Religion and the Rise of Capitalism,' Benjamin M. Friedman argues that religious thought, especially the transition from Calvinism to a more optimistic Protestantism, played a crucial role in shaping Adam Smith's economic theories.
Friedman traces how these theological shifts influenced Smith's concept of the 'invisible hand' and how these ideas were later adopted and adapted in America.
The book also examines the evolution of American economic life, including the impact of religious beliefs during the Great Depression and the Cold War, and how conservative Protestantism fused with conservative economics in the twentieth century.

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• Mentioned in 3 episodes
La défaite de l’Occident

Emmanuel Todd

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• Mentioned in 13 episodes
The scarlet letter

Nathaniel Hawthorne
The Scarlet Letter, written by Nathaniel Hawthorne, is set in 17th-century Boston and revolves around Hester Prynne, a young woman who is publicly shamed for committing adultery.
She is forced to wear a scarlet letter 'A' on her clothing as a symbol of her sin.
The novel delves into themes of guilt, sin, redemption, and the strict moral codes of the Puritan community.
Hester's husband, Roger Chillingworth, seeks revenge against her lover, Arthur Dimmesdale, a local minister who is wracked with guilt over his secret sin.
The story explores the psychological and emotional suffering of the characters, ultimately leading to a dramatic public confession by Dimmesdale and the subsequent consequences for all involved.
The novel is a classic moral study and a masterpiece of American literature, critiquing the hypocrisy and rigid moral standards of the Puritan society.

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• Mentioned in 16 episodes
Who are we?


Samuel P. Huntington
In *Who Are We? The Challenges to America's National Identity*, Samuel P. Huntington argues that America's national identity is under threat from various factors, including large-scale immigration, particularly from Hispanic countries, bilingualism, multiculturalism, and the 'denationalization' of American elites.
He contends that the core values of American identity, such as the English language, Protestant values, individualism, and respect for law, are being eroded.
Huntington advocates for a renewal of these values to sustain American identity, warning that the American Creed alone is insufficient to maintain national unity.
The book is a controversial and thought-provoking analysis of the identity crisis in the United States.

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• Mentioned in 67 episodes
Paradise Lost

John Milton
Published in 1667, 'Paradise Lost' is an epic poem in blank verse that follows the biblical story of the Fall of Man. The poem begins in medias res, detailing the descent of Satan and his followers into Hell after their rebellion against God. It explores two main narrative arcs: one focusing on Satan's actions and the other on Adam and Eve's story in the Garden of Eden.
The poem delves into themes such as free will, obedience, revenge, and pride, and it portrays the complex characters of Satan, Adam, and Eve. Milton's work is known for its rich language, classical structure, and profound theological and philosophical insights.

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• Mentioned in 73 episodes
Walden

Henry David Thoreau
Published in 1854, 'Walden; Or, Life in the Woods' is a series of 18 essays that reflect Thoreau's experiences living in a small cabin near Walden Pond from July 1845 to September 1847.
The book is a personal declaration of independence, a social experiment, and a voyage of spiritual discovery.
Thoreau details his life in the woods, discussing the construction of his cabin, his daily activities, and his philosophical reflections on economy, social relations, and the importance of living in harmony with nature.
The work is considered a cornerstone of American literature and a foundational text in the Transcendentalist movement, emphasizing the benefits of a simplified lifestyle and the importance of individual freedom and self-reliance.

#772
• Mentioned in 27 episodes
God and man at Yale
the superstitions of "academic freedom"


William F. Buckley
Written in 1951, God and Man at Yale is a critical examination of Yale University's undergraduate education by William F. Buckley Jr., who had just graduated from the institution.
The book argues that Yale's faculty were undermining the university's founding ethos of Christian humanism by promoting atheism, collectivism, and Keynesian economics.
Buckley criticized specific courses and professors for their hostility to religion and individualism, suggesting that this was a betrayal of the values held by Yale's alumni.
The book is considered a seminal work in the American conservative movement and had a significant impact on Buckley's career and public profile.

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• Mentioned in 25 episodes
City of God

Augustine of Hippo
Written between 413-426 CE, 'The City of God' is a response to pagan claims that the sack of Rome by barbarians was a consequence of the abolition of pagan worship by Christian emperors.
Augustine argues that Christianity saved the city from complete destruction and that Rome’s fall was due to internal moral decay.
The book divides humanity into two metaphorical cities: the City of God, characterized by devotion to God, and the City of Man, characterized by self-love.
It also outlines Augustine’s theological interpretation of human history, from the Creation to the Second Coming of Christ, and critiques paganism and pagan philosophy while presenting the true history of the City of God.

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• Mentioned in 8 episodes
The Conservative Mind


Russell Kirk
Published in 1953, *The Conservative Mind* is a landmark book that gave shape to the postwar conservative movement in the United States.
Russell Kirk's work chronicles the history of conservative thought, starting with Edmund Burke and John Adams, and continuing through to 20th-century thinkers like Santayana and T.S.
Eliot.
The book defends traditional conservatism, emphasizing the importance of preserving ancient wisdom present in institutions, culture, and government, and expresses a distrust of 'progress' that seeks to dismantle these repositories of the 'permanent things.
' Kirk's vision of conservatism is rooted in the 'moral imagination' and the Burkean conception of society as an organic, sacred order, advocating for slow and cautious change rather than radical reforms.

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• Mentioned in 3 episodes
Libido Dominandi

E. Michael Jones
Libido Dominandi explores the sexual revolution from 1773 to the present, arguing that sexual liberation was used as a tool for social control.
The book examines how the rhetoric of sexual freedom was exploited to engineer a system of covert political and social control, leveraging technologies like psychotherapy and advertising to manipulate human passions.
I sit down with E. Michael Jones to discuss his book, Libido Dominandi, and the effects pornography has on society.
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