The Delingpod: The James Delingpole Podcast

Dick Delingpole

Jan 14, 2025

Dick Delingpole, James Delingpole's brother and a thoughtful critic, joins for a delightful chat after the holidays. They reminisce about quirky Christmas experiences and critique popular media like Gavin and Stacey. The duo dives into the complexities of representation in advertising, shares humorous takes on pets, and reflects on personal growth over the year. They also discuss skeptical views on climate change, questioning mainstream narratives and empowering listeners to seek truth amidst the noise.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

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Holiday Reflections and Theological Musings

02:02 • 9min

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Festive Disappointments and Cultural Reflections

11:12 • 16min

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Exploring Representation in Media and Advertising

26:50 • 2min

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Cinematic Choices and Cultural Quizzes

29:02 • 6min

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Exploring Roles, Dogs, and Russian Spirituality

34:59 • 5min

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Reflections on Faith and Personal Struggles

40:27 • 15min

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Reflecting on Growth and Artistic Exploration

55:01 • 11min

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Challenging the Climate Change Narrative

The Philokalia is a collection of writings by various Eastern Orthodox Christian spiritual fathers. It offers a comprehensive guide to the practice of Hesychasm, a contemplative tradition emphasizing inner stillness and prayer. The texts cover a wide range of spiritual topics, including prayer, repentance, and theosis (deification). The Philokalia has been influential in shaping Orthodox spirituality and has also resonated with seekers from other traditions. Its enduring appeal lies in its practical guidance for spiritual growth and transformation.

The pilgrim's progress

Geoffrey Murray

The Pilgrim's Progress is a Christian allegory that follows the journey of Christian, a man burdened by his sin, as he travels from the City of Destruction to the Celestial City. Along the way, he encounters various characters and obstacles that symbolize spiritual realities. The book is presented as a dream sequence and is divided into two parts, the second part following Christian's wife, Christiana, and her children on a similar journey. The narrative is rich in biblical references and explores themes of redemption, faith, and perseverance.

The Imitation of Christ

The Imitation of Christ, by Thomas à Kempis, is a classic work of Christian devotion that explores the spiritual life and the pursuit of Christ-likeness. It emphasizes themes of humility, self-denial, and the importance of inner transformation. The book is divided into four books, each focusing on different aspects of the spiritual journey. It offers practical advice and guidance on how to live a life of faith and devotion, emphasizing the importance of prayer, meditation, and self-examination. The Imitation of Christ has been a source of inspiration and guidance for countless Christians throughout history, offering timeless wisdom on the path to spiritual maturity.

Watermelons

James Delingpole

James Delingpole's "Watermelons" (2024) exposes the deceptive tactics employed by climate alarmists. The book unveils how political activists, green campaigners, and others fabricated the 'global warming' crisis. Delingpole meticulously details their sinister plan to control resources and reshape society. The updated edition includes new chapters that further illuminate the climate alarmists' manipulative strategies. This insightful work challenges the prevailing narrative and encourages critical thinking about environmental issues.

Dune

Frank Herbert

Dune, written by Frank Herbert, is set in a feudal interstellar society where noble houses control planetary fiefs. The story follows Paul Atreides, whose family is tasked with ruling the inhospitable desert planet Arrakis, the sole source of melange, a substance crucial for extending life and enhancing mental abilities. The novel delves into the intricate politics, religion, ecology, and technology of this futuristic world, as various factions vie for control of Arrakis and its valuable spice. Paul, with his unique abilities and training by the Bene Gesserit, becomes a key figure in this struggle and eventually assumes the role of a messianic leader among the native Fremen people.

A wee post-Christmas treat for all the lovely delingpod subscribers. James's brother, Dick drops in for a catch up and review of the recent festivities.

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How environmentalists are killing the planet,
destroying the economy and stealing your children's future.

In Watermelons, an updated edition of his ground-breaking 2011 book, JD tells the shocking true story of how a handful of political activists, green campaigners, voodoo scientists and psychopathic billionaires teamed up to invent a fake crisis called ‘global warming’.

This updated edition includes two new chapters which, like a geo-engineered flood, pour cold water on some of the original’s sunny optimism and provide new insights into the diabolical nature of the climate alarmists’ sinister master plan.

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