

Noah Carl and Bo Winegard: probing the intellectual darker web
May 30, 2025
Bo Winegard and Noah Carl, editors of Aporia Magazine with backgrounds in social psychology and sociology, dive into the murky waters of controversial topics. They discuss their experiences with cancellations and media backlash, shedding light on the evolving landscape of free speech in academia. The duo delves into contentious issues like race and IQ, exploring public perception and the societal ramifications of these discussions. They also tackle the impact of artificial intelligence on academic integrity and the complexities surrounding identity politics today.
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Wokeness Lingers in Academia
- Academia remains quite woke despite wider cultural shifts since Trump's presidency.
- The progressive dominance in academia is slower to dissipate compared to general society.
Substack's Writing Fragmentation
- Substack has decentralized writing into many outlets, creating difficulty in subscribing and following all content.
- This deconsolidation makes discovery and engagement challenging for readers and writers alike.
Aporia's Funding Shock
- The Guardian collaborated with an undercover journalist to expose Aporia and affiliated organizations.
- This led to funding cuts for Aporia, which now relies largely on subscriptions.