In this conversation, Warren Smith, a professor and filmmaker, dives into the viral moment that cost him his job—a challenge to students about J.K. Rowling’s alleged bigotry. He discusses the fallout of his firing, reflecting on campus culture, wokeness, and identity politics. Warren compares modern protests to historic civil rights movements and critiques how postmodernism influences student narratives. Their discussion touches on the role of professors in shaping discourse, the implications of taxpayer funding for elite universities, and potential reforms in higher education.
