The Dissenter
Ricardo Lopes
My name is Ricardo Lopes, and I’m from Portugal. Thank you for visiting my podcast.
Over the past few years, I have conducted and released more than 900 interviews and talks with experts and academics from a variety of areas and disciplines, ranging from the Arts and Philosophy to the Social Sciences and Biology. You will certainly find a subject of your interest covered here.
New interviews are released on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
Over the past few years, I have conducted and released more than 900 interviews and talks with experts and academics from a variety of areas and disciplines, ranging from the Arts and Philosophy to the Social Sciences and Biology. You will certainly find a subject of your interest covered here.
New interviews are released on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
Episodes
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Jul 25, 2024 • 54min
#971 Philip Cohen: Does It Make Sense To Talk About Generations?
Dr. Philip Cohen discusses the concept of 'generations' and challenges the stereotypes associated with different age groups. They explore the use of cohort research to understand societal trends better and question the validity of generational labels. The conversation highlights the evolving views on teen pregnancy and the impact of stereotypes in the workplace based on generational distinctions.
Jul 22, 2024 • 1h 39min
#970 Pedro Magalhães: Democracia e Participação Política em Portugal
Pedro Magalhães, an expert on democracy in Portugal, discusses democracy definition, socio-economic status's impact on supporting the status quo, economic inequality, and liberal democracy support. They explore Portugal's democratization post-25th of April, representing citizens in political institutions, and improving the political system.
Jul 19, 2024 • 1h 35min
#969 Seth Robertson: Moral Realism and Anti-Realism, Confucian Ethics, and Epistemic Injustice
Dr. Seth Robertson discusses moral realism, Confucian ethics, and epistemic injustice. They explore normative vs. non-normative questions in ethics, human nature's complexity, ethical development, and societal impacts on knowledge. The podcast also covers diversity in academic philosophy and inclusivity strategies in philosophy departments.
Jul 18, 2024 • 1h 1min
#968 Mark Rank: How Chance and Luck Shape Our Lives and the World around Us
Dr. Mark Rank explores how chance and luck shape our lives, discussing randomness in ancient times, biological evolution, and social sciences. He highlights the role of luck in scientific discoveries, social inequality, and societal outcomes. The podcast emphasizes the importance of investing in children, acknowledges the influence of luck in career paths and relationships, and advocates for a more nuanced view of meritocracy.
Jul 15, 2024 • 1h
#967 Channa Prakash: Gene Editing in Plants, GMOs, Organic Agriculture, and Environmental Activism
Expert Channa Prakash discusses gene editing in plants, contrasting it with GMOs and organic agriculture. Topics include misconceptions about GMOs, environmental impacts of organic farming, and the economic crisis in Sri Lanka due to agricultural decisions.
Jul 12, 2024 • 1h 22min
#966 Patrick Hassan: Nietzsche's Struggle Against Pessimism
Philosopher Patrick Hassan discusses Nietzsche's battle against pessimism, exploring its history and impact on 19th-century philosophy. They delve into Nietzsche's critiques of Schopenhauer, views on drives and values, and solutions to combat pessimism. The conversation highlights Nietzsche's emphasis on aesthetic experience and overcoming obstacles, promoting a life-affirming perspective.
Jul 11, 2024 • 1h 10min
#965 Eleanor Scerri: The Origins and Dispersal of H. Sapiens
Researcher Eleanor Scerri discusses the origins of Homo sapiens, highlighting debates on human evolution in Africa, the challenges of DNA analysis for ancestry, and the migration of Homo sapiens out of Africa. The podcast explores the complexity of human origins, emphasizing the diverse landscapes of Africa and the impact of climate change on human evolution.
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Jul 8, 2024 • 2h 10min
#964 Steve Keen: Rebuilding Economics from the Top Down
The podcast discusses rebuilding economics from top down, critiquing mainstream economic foundations like supply and demand. It highlights the 2008 economic crisis and proposes a modern debt jubilee. Exploring complex systems theory, money creation in capitalist economy, understanding GDP and income inequality, and the impact of financial capitalism and climate change on industrial production are also covered.
Jul 5, 2024 • 50min
#963 Abraham Newman - Underground Empire: How America Weaponized the World Economy
Abraham Newman, an expert on America weaponizing the world economy, discusses US as an empire, global banking development, post-9/11 government response, and the need for responsible power. They explore the evolution of finance networks, the role of the US dollar, and internet centralization, highlighting global economic interplay and vulnerabilities.
Jul 4, 2024 • 59min
#962 Lydia Moland: The Abolitionism and Feminism of Lydia Maria Child
Dr. Lydia Moland discusses Lydia Maria Child's abolitionism and feminism, detailing her early life, intellectual path, activism for women's rights, Native American rights, and abolitionism. They explore Child's role as an intellectual, her admirable qualities, and her impact on societal issues and moral crises.
