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The public has gone through several phases of evolution on what the shooter's motive was. At first, it was assumed he was a leftwing terrorist. Then it seemed clear he was on the right. Or maybe nihilist. Then, the charging documents were released. These contained some selected texts with Robinson's transgender roommate who he seems to have been in a romantic relationship with. They are... weird. But what is going on here? What can we actually reasonably conclude at this time?

Dr. Bryan Gillis is back after far too long! But instead of space, he's here to talk about the problems in academia that lead to women and minority groups being underrepresented at astonishing and depressing levels.

Dr. Jenessa Seymour joins to discuss why TikTok's move here is aligned with what we know about eating disorders from the literature, and what happens when the internet doesn't draw a line like this. Are you an expert in something and want to be on the show? Apply here! Please support the show on patreon! You get ad free episodes, early episodes, and other bonus content!

A viral TikTok video captures Holly's alarming encounter with harassment in a park, sparking discussions on women's safety and accountability. The conversation delves into the police's lack of action and the role of social media in identifying perpetrators. Holly highlights the emotional toll and backlash she faced, including racism and doxxing. The group also explores themes of toxic masculinity and boundaries in public interactions. As Holly navigates her trauma, she emphasizes the importance of calling out predatory behavior and reclaiming her agency.

We had like, a mini war over Iran's nuclear situation and it is barely even a memory in today's news cycle. But what happened there? Did Iran have nuclear weapons? What does it take for them to make some? Was Obama's Iran Nuclear Deal good? And what happened after it was no longer in place? What might happen now? Joining is Evan McDonell, a former nuclear engineer with the US Naval nuclear program to give us the breakdown!

... what? Yep that's right. They say there is no college affordability crisis. And I guess then, presumably no student debt crisis as well? You can read for yourself here, and/or you can sit back and let Dr. Jenessa Seymore break down why this article is so... incorrect.

Part 2: The Data Dr. Jenessa Seymour continues her breakdown of the supposed voting discrepancies that a New York organization has "discovered". Her expertise in statistics gets the spotlight in this episode! Be sure to check out the graphs! Are you an expert in something and want to be on the show? Apply here! This content is CAN credentialed, which means you can report instances of harassment, abuse, or other harm on their hotline at (617) 249-4255, or on their website at creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org.

Part 1: The Legal Stuff Dr. Jenessa Seymour is here to break down something that even our moms are spreading on social media: a group in New York claims to have uncovered discrepancies in the vote count for the 2024 election, and they're suing over it! Dr. Seymour hits ALL of the expert boxes for this one - statistics, voting rights, the law, and New York. Want part 2 early? Head to Patreon.com/seriouspod! Are you an expert in something and want to be on the show? Apply here! This content is CAN credentialed, which means you can report instances of harassment, abuse, or other harm on their hotline at (617) 249-4255, or on their website at creatoraccountabilitynetwork.org.

Jordan Peterson, a renowned clinical psychologist and public intellectual, delves into his controversial debate techniques and arguments for God. He claims that atheists often misunderstand what they reject, prompting a lively discussion about empathy's role in moral disputes. The panel critiques his attempts to redefine God as conscience, arguing it dilutes the original meaning. Peterson provocatively states that everyone worships something, leading to an exploration of values and belief as life commitment. The episode tackles heated hypotheticals, especially around morality and truth.

Lydia Smith, a frequent guest known for her skeptical perspective, joins to delve into Jordan Peterson's debate techniques. They break down Peterson's claims about atheists, highlighting his tactics of evasion and vagueness. Topics include the flaws in debate formats, the challenge of defining 'God,' and whether atheists actually understand religion better than believers. Lydia and Thomas dissect Peterson's shifts in argument and his tendency to make blanket accusations of ignorance, offering a lively critique of his approach.