The Dissenter

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.

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.

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.

Dr. Mauro Silva Júnior discusses evolutionary psychology in interpersonal relationships, focusing on parent-offspring bonds, friendships, and romance. They explore personality traits, sociosexuality, and the evolution of same-sex behavior. The podcast delves into the importance of similarity in relationships, attachment styles, and pandemic behaviors. The discussion also touches on the shift in human mating systems and the impact of cultural influences on relationship dynamics.

Author and journalist Grace Blakeley discusses vulture capitalism on this episode. They explore misconceptions about capitalism, the influence of the state in capitalist economies, decision-making in big corporations, global exploitation, and contrasting views on freedom. The episode wraps up with a call to action to support the show and the sponsor, N Lights, for learning and development.

Guest Edgar Dubourg discusses the psychological foundations of fiction, exploring its evolutionary roots and cognitive mechanisms. They delve into the allure of imaginary worlds in popular stories, personality traits influencing fiction preferences, and even debate character preferences in One Piece based on personality differences.

Dr. Robin McKenna discusses non-ideal epistemology, contrasting it with ideal theory. Topics include ethical implications, feminist epistemology, and challenges in identifying expertise. The episode explores forming true beliefs in a world of misinformation, individualized epistemic responsibilities, engaging with challenges to beliefs, and the impact of online presence.

Dr. Adam Toon, an expert in mental fictionalism, discusses folk psychology and different approaches to the mind, including mental fictionalism and Daniel Dennett's perspective. They explore the concept of the mind as an inner world, instrumentalism, behaviorism, mental representations, intentionality, and the extended mind thesis. The episode offers valuable insights into understanding beliefs, desires, and the role of language in shaping our understanding of the mind.

Edward Watts, an ancient philosopher historian, delves into Hypatia's life in ancient Alexandria. The discussion covers her commitment to paganism, social dynamics, intellectual life, challenges as a female leader, tragic death, and enduring legacy. The episode sheds light on historical figures' reconstruction and the importance of preserving their true essence.

Anthropologist Elizabeth Pillsworth discusses partner choice, mating systems, gender norms, and parent-offspring conflicts. Topics include the Shuar people, traditional marriage norms, evolution of gender roles, chicha in warrior populations, and mate choice strategies in human societies.