Conversations with Peter Boghossian

Yasmine Mohammed and Peter Boghossian discuss women's oppression under Islam and Western Feminism's silence on the issue. Follow Yasmine: Free Hearts Free Minds Yasmine Mohammad Podcast  Yasmine's book, "Unveiled: How the West Empowers Radical Muslims" Clarity Coalition Yasmine on Instagram, Facebook, and X Watch this episode on YouTube.

In this thought-provoking discussion, Alex Priou, a professor and contributor to The New Thinkery, explores pivotal philosophical questions. He delves into the fragility of civilization and the essence of a good life, stressing how ideology can hijack personal beliefs. The conversation highlights the importance of the Socratic method in education, the challenges of diversity in academic settings, and the role of AI in promoting open dialogue across ideological divides. Priou emphasizes embracing uncertainty to cultivate a richer understanding of existence.

Greg Lukianoff, an advocate for free speech and head of FIRE, dives deep into the current landscape of free expression in academia. He discusses the troubling normalization of violence among students and how it threatens open discourse. The conversation highlights the complex relationship between mental health and free speech on college campuses, urging for a balanced approach. Lukianoff also critiques the ideological capture of teacher’s unions and calls for urgent reforms to protect academic freedom and integrity.

Alan Davison is one of the leading international scholars in the field of cultural history of the long nineteenth century, focusing on the intersection of music and visual culture, portraits of musicians and the reception and representation of the famous Hungarian composer-pianist Franz Liszt. In this episode, Alan and Peter discuss Critical Theory, the ideological capture of universities, and why bad ideas flourish in academic settings. Watch this episode on YouTube.

Jeremy Carl is a senior fellow at the Claremont Institute and has had a varied career, primarily in the public policy arena. His work at Claremont examines nationalism, immigration, technology, and a variety of other subjects. Prior to joining Claremont, he served as Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Interior under President Trump. In this episode, Peter and Jeremy discuss Jeremy's new book, The Unprotected Class: How Anti-White Racism Is Tearing America Apart. They discuss this topic as well as Critical Race Theory, Social Justice, and more. Jeremy on X: https://x.com/realJeremyCarl Jeremy's website: https://www.jeremycarl.com/ Watch the episode on YouTube.

Clint Chavarria, aka Classic Liberal, American patriot and family man, posts on X about Classic Liberalism, Scottish Realism and Anti-Communism. Peter and Clint discuss these topics and more.  Links to charts mentioned:  https://coggle.it/diagram/Zr2IjPq-Gy45wX-M/t/christianity https://i0.wp.com/authortomharper.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Dialectical-Synthesis-of-Critical-Race-Theory.png Watch this episode on YouTube.

Writer Rupa Subramanya and Peter Boghossian discuss Canada's current affairs, the 2024 US Election, the "Right to die" movement, and more. Rupa Subramanya is a writer based in Ottawa, Canada. She began her writing career at the Wall Street Journal India with a weekly column focusing on the intersection of economics, politics, and public policy. Her work has been cited in the New York Times, Financial Times, and the Guardian among others. She currently writes a regular column for the National Post. Find Rupa on X.  Watch this episode on YouTube.

In this engaging discussion, Erik Anderson, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a third-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, dives deep into the complexities of therapy and masculinity. He explores societal expectations on men regarding emotional expression and reveals the significant impact of financial strain and sexual compatibility in marriages. The conversation also addresses modern masculinity, the challenges of forming friendships, and the surprising benefits of BJJ in fostering mental health. Lastly, Erik shares insights on the revolutionary potential of psychedelics in therapy.

In a recent conversation with Naomi Riley, a senior fellow at AEI and child welfare expert, Christina Buttons and I dived into a deeply disturbing topic: the factors damaging child welfare. Riley argues that the emphasis on anti-racism has inadvertently harmed child protection efforts in the United States. Antiracist ideology has led to the wholesale corruption of social work institutions (and individual social workers), which are crucial for protecting child welfare; this has had detrimental impacts on children in various settings, from foster care to homeless encampments. Watch this episode on YouTube.

Frank Furedi, an insightful author and public intellectual, discusses his latest work, The War Against the Past. He delves into the politicization of identity and the concept of 'decivilization,' challenging long-held societal values. The conversation includes his ideological shift from the far left to conservatism, the nuances of rationality in identity politics, and the radicalization of youth influenced by cultural dynamics. Furedi emphasizes the importance of dialogue and humor as tools for understanding amid today's chaotic societal discourse.