Guests Greg Lukianoff and Rikki Schlott discuss their book 'The Canceling of the American Mind' and the impact of cancel culture on American universities. They explore the differences between feminine and masculine tendencies in relation to free speech and discuss the need for a cultural shift away from victimhood. They also delve into the rise of cancel culture, the challenges of online communication, and the importance of courage in facing backlash. The podcast also analyzes the state of freedom of speech at Harvard University and explores the negative effects of remote learning and self-destructive neuroticism on society.

Rikki Schlott, journalist and free speech activist, discusses cancel culture, Twitter bans, the increase in cancelations, the motivations of cancelers, the impact on free speech, and the expansion of cancel culture to encompass a wider range of views.

Authors Greg Lukianoff and Rikki Schlott discuss cancel culture's impact on society, including freedom of speech, censorship, and avoiding substantive discussions. They also explore the importance of humor, the impact on trust in scientific expertise, and promote the values of free speech and compassion.

In this live recording from The Comedy Cellar, Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman has a discussion with Jonathan Haidt, Greg Lukianoff, and Rikki Schlott about why so much in America seems to be so messed up: Things like Gen Z, universities, social media, American democracy, and our sense of humor, grace, and decency. How can we lighten up, toughen up, and get less stupid?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Lukianoff, co-author of 'The Coddling of the American Mind', joins Michael Shermer and Rikki Schlott to discuss cancel culture. Topics covered include the definition of cancel culture, the left and right utilizing cancel culture, free speech law vs. norms, diversity and inclusion, generational change, and solutions to cancel culture.

Greg Lukianoff, co-author of 'The Coddling of the American Mind' and CEO of the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression, discusses the dangers of cancel culture and the impact on free speech. Topics include hypersensitivity in universities, the lack of familiarity with classic texts in academia, intersectionality and individualism, the effects of social media censorship, the history of academic freedom, and institutional stupidity in universities.

Exploring the decline of free speech on American university campuses, confrontations with racism, navigating conservative views in academia, and the erosion of free speech on college campuses. Discussing the acceptance of violence in response to speech, perceptions of threats to free speech rights, and advocating for education on liberal values to counter cancel culture.

Cancel culture is discussed with guests Greg Lukianoff and Rikki Schlott, who share personal experiences and explore its impact on college campuses, individuals, and trust. They also delve into the tactics used to dismiss arguments and discuss ways to address cancel culture.

Rikki Schlott, co-author of "The Canceling of the American Mind" and a podcast host, shares her sharp insights on the chaotic landscape of American politics. She discusses the shifting voter sentiment leading into the 2024 election, highlighting how Democrats might be losing young voters. The conversation delves into the potential of open primaries to foster inclusivity and the rise of independent candidates challenging the status quo. Their thoughts on political violence and the emotional responses of society add a stark realism to the discourse around democracy's future.

Greg Lukianoff and Rikki Schlott discuss the dangers of cancel culture in undermining trust and threatening society. They explore its impact on free speech culture and academic freedom, highlighting the need for a solution to this divisive phenomenon.