The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad The University of Chicago, Free Thinkers Unite, and a Magical Bookstore (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_914)
Nov 11, 2025
Dr. Gad Saad shares his inspiring visit to the University of Chicago, discussing the freedom of intellectual exploration he encountered. He highlights his lecture on his upcoming book and expresses admiration for the campus's beauty. The joys of book-hunting unfold at a magical used bookstore, where he discovers works by legends like Friedman, Hayek, and Sowell. Each book adds depth to his collection, including a rare find on Galen. Ultimately, he underscores a vital life lesson: the importance of reading and lifelong learning.
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Comfort Among Free Thinking Academics
- Gad Saad described speaking at the Freedom of Intellectual Navigation Conference at the University of Chicago and connecting with free-thinking academics.
- He felt solace being among scholars who resist orthodoxy after facing difficulties in academia for speaking his mind.
Lecture On Forthcoming Book
- Gad Saad gave a lecture on his forthcoming book "Sohsaba Empathy," recorded on his wife's phone and shared online despite imperfect audio.
- He described fondness for the University of Chicago campus and its Hyde Park neighborhood.
Found A Dream Used Bookstore
- Gad Saad discovered Powell's Bookshop near the University of Chicago and called it an almost mythical used bookstore still in existence.
- He expressed excitement about finding such a store within walking distance of campus.
