
heretics.
What makes you a heretic? Journalist Andrew Gold believes that, in an age of group-think and tribes, we need heretics - those who use unconventional wisdom to speak out against their own groups, from cancelled comedians and radical feminists to cult defectors and vigilantes hunting deviants.Learn from my guests how to rebel, think differently and resist social contagion. From Triggernometry's Francis Foster and the world's most cancelled man Graham Linehan to Robbie Williams and gender critical atheist Richard Dawkins. These are the people living with the weight of their own community's disappointment on their shoulders.
Latest episodes

Nov 23, 2024 • 50min
486. The New Assisted Dying Isn’t What You Think - Dr. Cajetan Skowronski
Dr. Cajetan Skowronski explains why he is set against the assisted dying law being introduced into the UK. It seems like a good idea on the face of it, but actually can cause a lot of problems. Follow Dr. Cajetan Skowronski here: https://x.com/tradskowronski Support Heretics: http://andrewgoldheretics.com Andrew on X: https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok Insta: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgold_okHeretics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewgoldheretics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 21, 2024 • 1h 12min
485. The Male Breast-Feeding Conflict Has Just EXPLODED - Helen Joyce
Helen Joyce, a savvy author and commentator on gender identity, dives into the heated conflict within the La Leche League over the issue of men breastfeeding. She addresses the clash between personal identity and traditional parenting roles, emphasizing the implications for women's spaces. Joyce critiques evolving policies surrounding gender identity, explores the discomfort male participation creates in breastfeeding discussions, and discusses the broader societal tensions that arise from this debate. It's a thought-provoking look at modern gender dynamics and activism.

Nov 18, 2024 • 1h 1min
484. Doctors Cut Off My Breasts - Detransitioner Laura Becker
Laura feels she was mutilated by ideological doctors. Follow her on X: https://x.com/LauraBeckerRealSupport Heretics: http://andrewgoldheretics.com Andrew on X: https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok Insta: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgold_okHeretics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewgoldheretics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 16, 2024 • 44min
483. The Cultish Underbelly of Gender Will Shock You - Andrew Gold
In a conversation with Stella O'Malley, founder and director of Genspect, Andrew Gold @andrewgoldheretics explores why people—even very intelligent ones—are drawn to cult-like beliefs. He shares stories from his investigative work, including his study of exorcisms in Argentina, and connects these experiences to how modern groups can sometimes take on cult-like behaviors. He discusses how social pressures and rituals influence why people stay in these groups, even when it might be harmful.Through his work with former cult members, Andrew explains the challenges of leaving these intense belief systems and the importance of questioning groupthink in our lives.Andrew Gold is a British journalist, author, and YouTuber known for his investigative work on cults and extreme ideologies. Fluent in five languages, he has produced and presented documentaries for the BBC and HBO, including the acclaimed 2018 BBC documentary Exorcism: The Battle for Young Minds, featured in BBC Three's Best of 2018 list. In June 2020, he launched the podcast On the Edge with Andrew Gold, highlighted in Apple’s New and Noteworthy section. Gold also hosts the YouTube channel heretics., where he interviews people who challenge conventional wisdom and groupthink. His first book, The Psychology of Secrets: My Adventures with Murderers, Cults, and Influencers, explores the psychology of secrecy and is available on Amazon.Visit Genspect’s website: https://genspect.orgSupport Heretics: http://andrewgoldheretics.com Andrew on X: https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok Insta: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgold_okHeretics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewgoldheretics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 14, 2024 • 1h 8min
482. CANCELED in the WORST Possible Way over Gender - Rosie Kay
Rosie Kay is a celebrated dance choreographer who fell foul of wokeness at the hands of her friends and students - who betrayed her for not believing in non-binary and gender ideology. #genderideology #antiwoke #cancelled *THANKS TO THE BRILLIANT BATTLE OF IDEAS FOR HOSTING THIS. CHECK THEM OUT HERE: https://www.battleofideas.org.uk/ *Follow Rosie Kay: https://x.com/RosieKayK2CO Sub to her Substack: https://rosiekay.substack.com/ Go to Freedom in the Arts: https://www.freedominthearts.com/ Support Heretics: http://andrewgoldheretics.com Andrew on X: https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok Insta: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgold_okHeretics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewgoldheretics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 11, 2024 • 1h 10min
481. Lawyer Destroys Myths About Israel - Natasha Hausdorff
Barrister Natasha Hausdorff has teamed up with and debated alongside Douglas Murray to prevent the spread of disinformation around Israel and Hamas. Today, she dispels 5 huge myths. Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natashahausdorff/?hl=en Follow UK Lawyers for Israel on X: https://x.com/UKLFI Support my channel: http://andrewgoldheretics.com Andrew on X: https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok Insta: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgold_okHeretics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewgoldheretics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 7, 2024 • 1h 9min
480. I Know I’m Not A Woman - Trans Blaire White
Blaire White is a famous trans YouTuber and social media star who is also a Republican and doesn’t hold the views espoused by many other trans people. In fact, Blaire believes that there is a huge movement of LGBT people away from wokeness.Check out her YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDmCBKaKOtOrEqgsL4-3C8Q Support my channel here: http://andrewgoldheretics.comAndrew on X: https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok Insta: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgold_okHeretics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewgoldheretics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Nov 4, 2024 • 1h 13min
479. Why I’m No Longer a LIBTARD - Bridget Phetasy
Comedian Bridget Phetasy talks about everything from addiction - heroin and alcohol - to stand-up comedy and the truth about the woke left. Sub to her channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5SQnm72FspDNUXK4cB2_xg Follow her on X: https://x.com/BridgetPhetasy Subscribe to her Substack: https://www.phetasy.com/ Support Heretics: http://andrewgoldheretics.com Andrew on X: https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok Insta: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgold_okHeretics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewgoldheretics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 31, 2024 • 1h 14min
478. Kamala is an Embarrassment to my Gender - Melissa Chen
Melissa Chen is a Singaporean journalist who covers world geo politics. She’s been a guest on many of the top news shows including Joe Rogan. Follow her on X: https://x.com/msmelchen?s=21&t=D547LeS56nKRPGkkyEHrZQ Join 17k+ heretics on my mailing list: http://andrewgoldheretics.com Andrew on X: https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok Insta: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgold_okHeretics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewgoldheretics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 28, 2024 • 1h 6min
477. Are They Really Transitioning Children? - Billboard Chris
Billboard Chris, known for wearing a billboard and engaging in debates about gender ideology, shares his insights on the contentious topic of transitioning minors. He critiques the use of puberty blockers for children and raises awareness about parental rights and consent. The conversation dives into the implications of gender identity education and acknowledges the evolving understanding of gender's impact on women's spaces. Chris draws parallels between modern activism and historical regimes, advocating for critical dialogues on gender definitions and the societal pressures families face.