Gil Duran

Gil Duran, a newsletter writer and tech politics commentator, delves into Peter Thiel’s fixation on the Antichrist as a distraction from his own actions. He critiques Thiel’s shallow intellectualism and connects his rhetoric to apocalyptic capitalism in Silicon Valley. Duran argues that tech billionaires are constructing enemies to deflect blame and warns about the implications of their extreme ideas. He advocates for uniting diverse groups to challenge these elites and emphasizes the need for narratives that promote democratic futures.

Join journalist Gil Duran as he delves into Peter Thiel's unsettling Anti-Christ rhetoric and his influence on tech and politics. He discusses how Thiel's ideas appeal to elites and young innovators while mixing religion with political theory. Meanwhile, culture reporter Gwen Howerton shines a light on the escalating legislative attacks on LGBTQ rights in Texas, detailing bathroom restrictions, policing risks, and the chilling effects on universities. Both guests reveal the broader implications for society in the face of these turbulent times.