Paul List
Author and scholar who co-wrote Mount Doom; appears to discuss his interpretation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s mythology and its implications for modern issues like AI and transhumanism.
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Oct 10, 2025 • 2h 9min
Glenn Reacts to Hecklers at His TPUSA Campus Speech | Guests: Frances Staudt & Paul List | 10/10/25
Frances Staudt, a courageous high school athlete from Washington State, shares her experience of refusing to compete against a biological male in girls' sports, discussing the significant backlash she faced. Paul List, an author and scholar, dives into J.R.R. Tolkien’s prophesies about artificial intelligence and transhumanism, revealing intriguing links to modern challenges. Alongside Ava Kwan, they address campus tensions surrounding a petition against a controversial professor, highlighting the balance between activism and academic freedom.
Oct 10, 2025 • 46min
Best of the Program | Guests: Frances Staudt & Paul List | 10/10/25
Paul List, an author and scholar, dives into J.R.R. Tolkien's insights on artificial intelligence, transhumanism, and the moral dilemmas they present. He discusses how Tolkien's characters symbolize the battle between faith and reason, and warns against the dangers of technology dominating humanity. Frances Staudt, a teenage athlete, shares her courageous stand against competing against a biological male in girls' sports, detailing the backlash and challenges she faced from school officials and peers. Her story highlights the ongoing struggle for women's sports and rights.
