Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux

Sunday Morning Live 4 August 2024In this podcast episode, we delve into philosophical discussions with a focus on financial independence and integrity. The conversation covers personal finance, skepticism towards economic assessments, and the implications of accepting large donations. We explore reflections on mortality, legacy, and material possessions, emphasizing the importance of upholding autonomy and ethics. The dialogue extends to societal expectations, psychological aspects of collecting behavior, and societal issues like debt and family structures. This dynamic and introspective episode blends economic analyses, philosophical musings, and practical advice, inviting listeners to contemplate human interactions, personal values, and societal influences.Catch the second hour for DONORS ONLY at https://premium.freedomain.com/66b02b0885b5173af00509bc/how-to-have-a-sexy-love-donorJoin the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!NOW AVAILABLE FOR SUBSCRIBERS: MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING' - AND THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI AND AUDIOBOOK!Also get the Truth About the French Revolution, the interactive multi-lingual philosophy AI trained on thousands of hours of my material, private livestreams, premium call in shows, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2022

MONDAY MORNING EMERGENCY FLASH ECONOMY LIVESTREAM 5 August 2024This podcast episode discusses recent financial turbulence globally, including Japan's market declines, the rise in stocks and crypto, and market fears fueled by Japan's interest rate hike, US job data, and geopolitical tensions. We analyze the impact of these events on the economy, focusing on Japan's interest rate hike, the yen carry trade, and Bitcoin investments, offering insights into global market dynamics and the interconnected nature of financial and geopolitical events.Disclaimer: The content of this podcast should not be considered investment advice. Investing is speculative. When investing, your capital is at risk.Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!NOW AVAILABLE FOR SUBSCRIBERS: MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING' - AND THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI AND AUDIOBOOK!Also get the Truth About the French Revolution, the interactive multi-lingual philosophy AI trained on thousands of hours of my material, private livestreams, premium call in shows, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2022

Friday Night Live 2 August 2024Stefan Molyneux engages with his audience, sharing insights on children, business, and health priorities. He delves into the significance of providing value in relationships, discussing truth, beauty, and personal struggles. Stefan explores the pursuit of happiness, societal expectations, and gender roles. The conversation shifts to women in the workforce, work-life balance, and family dynamics. Stefan emphasizes cross-disciplinary skills, mentorship, and prioritizing excellence over financial gains, urging listeners to embrace continuous improvement and personal growth.Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!NOW AVAILABLE FOR SUBSCRIBERS: MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING' - AND THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI AND AUDIOBOOK!Also get the Truth About the French Revolution, the interactive multi-lingual philosophy AI trained on thousands of hours of my material, private livestreams, premium call in shows, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2022

"Hey Stefan I have been married to my wife for over a year and half and we have a 9 Month old child together. My primary issue is near constant fantasies of being with other woman and an overall feeling of being unattached from my wife and child. I mean I love them, I also feel like I could take them or leave them. Just to be clear I have taken zero steps towards any kind of cheating, no dating apps, no sending messages to woman or talking to other woman nothing of the sort. I do watch pornography which I am ashamed of, but I am unable to stop myself at this time. My wife tolerates the pornography use but obviously not thrilled about it. Our marriage has taken some hits this year, car wreck in Jan, I have changed jobs 3 times in the last year and a half. Our son was in the hospital for a week 2 of which was in the ICU. Yes, my wife has threatened to leave me and take my child and apart of me wants to tell her to just go ahead. She feels life with me is too unstable and I understand her reasoning. I am reaching out to open my childhood experiences and see if I can free myself and become the great husband and father I believe I am capable of. Thank you for your time."Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!NOW AVAILABLE FOR SUBSCRIBERS: MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING' - AND THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI AND AUDIOBOOK!Also get the Truth About the French Revolution, the interactive multi-lingual philosophy AI trained on thousands of hours of my material, private livestreams, premium call in shows, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2022

Join us in this episode as we delve into heartfelt conversations with callers navigating complex family dynamics and personal growth. One caller bravely discusses the liberation found in distancing from her family, while another seeks advice on severing ties with manipulative parents for their well-being. We explore the concept of inner parents and their influence on relationships, urging reflection and self-awareness for healthier connections. Empathy and guidance are offered to a caller struggling with forming relationships post-past experiences, emphasizing rational assessment and boundaries. Lastly, we discuss building healthy relationships based on honesty, mutual respect, and self-awareness, while addressing low self-esteem struggles and the importance of self-perception and secure relationships.Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!NOW AVAILABLE FOR SUBSCRIBERS: MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING' - AND THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI AND AUDIOBOOK!Also get the Truth About the French Revolution, the interactive multi-lingual philosophy AI trained on thousands of hours of my material, private livestreams, premium call in shows, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2022

Wednesday Night Live 31 July 2024In this engaging podcast conversation, we explore various societal themes and personal values. Starting with a call for donations, we delve into the controversial topic of nepotism, transitioning to a discussion on charity's societal impact and the balance between personal responsibility and charitable acts. We also tackle gender roles, government corruption, and the consequences of prioritizing free services. Shifting gears, we discuss the importance of truth, integrity, and sacrifice in upholding noble ideals, emphasizing the value of staying true to one's beliefs. Exploring the influence of upbringing on behavior and beliefs, we compare conservative and liberal households and analyze the effects of early attachments. The conversation delves into the complex interplay between personal experiences and societal constructs, highlighting the role of open dialogue and constructive criticism. Lastly, we reflect on personal growth, resilience, and the power of empathy in driving positive change in the world.Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!NOW AVAILABLE FOR SUBSCRIBERS: MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING' - AND THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI AND AUDIOBOOK!Also get the Truth About the French Revolution, the interactive multi-lingual philosophy AI trained on thousands of hours of my material, private livestreams, premium call in shows, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2022

Hi Stef, what role should history play in determining philosophical truths or falsehoods? I ask this question knowing your background in history and how you have integrated it into your communication of philosophy, however, the point of conflict for me is this.When history is used as evidence for a problem existing, the debate is then about causality rather than principles.Since causality can't be proven with certainty, neither is it encouraged because we have free will, the utility of a philosophical claim rests on whether or not the person is persuaded by the causality you have presented. From a logical and syllogistic point of view, the argument might be valid, but it might not be true without the empirical evidence to back it up since put simply, truth is a status that a claim has relative to its correspondence with the world.For example, if you were to say child abuse is wrong, and use reason alone to make that argument, someone might not be convinced that how we treat children is even a problem. As such, you’ll then need to use history to support your reasoning. You would examine the French revolution, the childhoods of people in call-ins, look at other literature and research that uses a greater data set of human history to investigate if how we treat children is a problem.At this point, someone might then be convinced since you have presented them with history, but maybe instead they’ll debate you on the causality of historical events. You won’t be able to convince them through principles, nor history. You could even try delve into their childhood only for them to say that they turned out alright.At this point, we determine that the person can’t be reasoned with regarding this topic and move on, however, the problem remains regarding the role that history plays in making a philosophical claim that is valid, useful. If people can’t accept a truth statement, it isn’t useful even if it is true. History seems to be indispensable in persuading other people to accept truth statements, however, the battle is then about causality and how it is perceived or interpreted rather than principles.If the first battle as a philosopher is about making valid truth statements, is the next battle about using history to persuade others of their validity, thereby rendering them ‘useful’? Is the final battle for the human mind about causality now that UPB is in the picture?Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!NOW AVAILABLE FOR SUBSCRIBERS: MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING' - AND THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI AND AUDIOBOOK!Also get the Truth About the French Revolution, the interactive multi-lingual philosophy AI trained on thousands of hours of my material, private livestreams, premium call in shows, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2022

"How can I get in contact with my daughters again?"I'm a divorced father who has not had contact with my two daughters for more than 4 years. I last saw them in early January 2020. The last time I saw them was a day or two after our family Christmas get together, where we had an argument about food and diet. My eldest daughter (15 at the time) had become vegan a short time before the Christmas get together, and neither her, or her mother told me about this, and so we catered for a vegetarian, and the argument occurred because she was complaining there wasn't any food for her (the day after the event) and that was the first time I found out she had turned vegan. She could of mentioned this on the day of the event, as my sister-in law and mother picked up the food after everyone was there. After the argument, my eldest found my smoking herbs (damiana) and accused my of taking drugs and asked to be dropped back at her Mum's place. The last time I have seen or heard or them.The separation of her mother and I happened back in 2017. Whilst tutoring in my office in the evening, I came out at the end to find the house empty of people. I thought they had gone to the shops but started thinking something was not right after a few hours, and the mother would answer any of my messages or calls. There was no note. 3 days later she came back with the kids and a police escort to collect some of hers and their stuff.She had put me on a VRO, and it included the children (10 and 12) so contact with the kids became impossible and difficult, but managed to find ways for it to happen even though I was constantly thwarted by the mother.There is way more to this story, but I am requesting a call in because I have tried reaching out, apologising, getting angry etc and nothing has worked, and now seeking guidance on what I should do next.Can you help Stefan?"Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!NOW AVAILABLE FOR SUBSCRIBERS: MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING' - AND THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI AND AUDIOBOOK!Also get the Truth About the French Revolution, the interactive multi-lingual philosophy AI trained on thousands of hours of my material, private livestreams, premium call in shows, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2022

Sunday Morning Live 28 July 2024In this episode from July 28, 2024, the host discusses personal projects, monogamy, and the Olympic Games. They share insights on deplatforming, online engagement challenges, and promoting critical thinking. The conversation includes humor, societal norms, and the value of audience interaction. Monogamy's role in family stability and child-rearing is explored, emphasizing commitment and emotional security. The importance of long-term relationship choices and genetic inheritance is highlighted, with audience questions enriching the dialogue on monogamy, parenting, and societal norms.Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!NOW AVAILABLE FOR SUBSCRIBERS: MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING' - AND THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI AND AUDIOBOOK!Also get the Truth About the French Revolution, the interactive multi-lingual philosophy AI trained on thousands of hours of my material, private livestreams, premium call in shows, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2022

"Moral frameworks are intrinsically social because they rely on social acceptance and enforcement. When a new moral framework is conceived, it has to overthrow an existing moral framework, and if the adherents of the old framework aren't happy to be labelled as evil or lacking morally, they will fight the new framework tooth and nail. Does this mean that introducing a new moral framework requires a compromise on some issues in order for it to even have the chance of being widely adopted?"This is like a presidential candidate compromising some of his stances on particular issues in order to be more acceptable to the public. Or as you’ve once said, ‘Are there any public philosophers who aren’t fighting one evil while appeasing another one?’ Even with the abolition of slavery, the racial discrimination continued through state power."I understand that philosophy is more for the future than the present. I'm just curious how a philosophical movement survives the test of time when it relies on people in order for it to get to the future. We only see the successful religions for example, but we don't see all the religions that failed to gain traction, and a part of me wonders if there is more to morality than providing a rational proof, especially since the means of transmission is social."I understand you haven't stopped at a rational proof either, and have applied it to many facates such parenting, relationships, psychology and history. I also struggle to consider what could be compromised on here without losing something essential about UPB and NAP which is their universality. But at the same time, I have doubts about the future success of these ideas when faced with the seeming momentum of social norms and institutional forces."Is no compromise the answer? Or is my ambivalence warranted?"Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!NOW AVAILABLE FOR SUBSCRIBERS: MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING' - AND THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI AND AUDIOBOOK!Also get the Truth About the French Revolution, the interactive multi-lingual philosophy AI trained on thousands of hours of my material, private livestreams, premium call in shows, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2022