Dad Saves America

Katherine Brodsky, a writer and free-speech advocate, sheds light on the chilling effect of cancel culture and the struggles of honest dialogue. Drawing from her Soviet parents' experiences, she emphasizes the importance of free speech in America. The conversation tackles how social media algorithms distort discourse, the cost of standing up against cancel culture, and the need for more robust public discussions. Brodsky's insights challenge listeners to confront fears and promote a culture of curiosity and courageous conversation.

In this engaging discussion, Jonathan Haidt, a social psychologist and bestselling author, delves into the impacts of overprotective parenting and social media on Gen Z. He reveals how a culture of safety is stunting their growth and resilience. Haidt argues that excessive scheduling and screen time replace vital play, leading to increased anxiety and diminished independence. He highlights the dangers of 'safetyism' and discusses the importance of teaching children antifragility, encouraging them to embrace challenges rather than avoid them.

In this discussion, Mike Benz, a former State Department official and founder of the Foundation for Freedom Online, dives into the dark side of surveillance and censorship. He reveals how child protection tech can morph into government censorship tools. Mike explains the CIA's integration within the tech industry and outlines the risks of digital IDs that threaten personal freedoms. He sheds light on powerful private entities like Oracle and warns against the implications of centralized data control on civil liberties. It's a compelling look at the invisible forces shaping our online lives.

Joel Kotkin, a Roger Hobbs Presidential Fellow at Chapman University and author of 'The Coming of Neo-Feudalism', discusses the erosion of America's middle class and the emergence of a new social order dominated by tech oligarchs. He highlights the challenges posed by AI, including job displacement and the decline of entry-level opportunities. Kotkin also examines geographic divides between urban elites and family-centered communities, while emphasizing the importance of local governance and the need for a renewed focus on family and community as antidotes to societal fragmentation.

Join Robert Glazer, an author and leadership expert, as he explores the intersection of parenting and business. He discusses how defining personal values can simplify life's dilemmas for both individuals and families. Glazer critiques the outdated two-week notice culture and proposes a more cooperative approach to job transitions. He emphasizes the importance of teaching resilience to children and having honest conversations about AI's impact on careers. Tune in for valuable insights on leadership, parenting, and personal growth!

In this engaging discussion, Matt Kibbe, a prominent libertarian activist and founder of Free the People, dives into the troubling aspects of the COVID response and the role of what he calls the 'Deep State.' He reflects on the bureaucratic failures epitomized by figures like Anthony Fauci and the danger of centralized 'expert' decision-making. Kibbe also highlights an emerging anti-authoritarian coalition that bridges left and right ideologies, emphasizing grassroots activism and the importance of decentralized oversight in today’s politically charged climate.

I sat down with Aleks Svetski, author of “The UnCommunist Manifesto” and “The Bushido of Bitcoin,” to discuss why socialism fails, the fallout of the sexual revolution, and Bitcoin’s potential for our future. The Millennial generation was the test case for absolute gender equality—even to the point of ignoring biology—and now Gen Z is searching for different solutions, from full-blown communism to hard-core traditionalism. We dig into why socialists misunderstand the world, the need for values beyond economics, and I ask Aleks some questions I have about Bitcoin._____________________________________Follow Aleks on X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/AleksSvetskiAleks on Substack: https://substack.com/@svetskiwrites”The UnCommunist Manifesto”: https://a.co/d/icDKFRI“The Bushido of Bitcoin”: https://a.co/d/fjBEd8G_____________________________________Outline:[0:00] “The UnCommunist Manifesto”[4:39] Will the Mamdani trend last?[14:24] How to talk someone out of socialism[25:52] Deploying capital effectively and efficiently[32:51] Learning the messy reality of business[46:44] Leftists care more about animals than family[54:32] Why do we romanticize the noble savage?[1:01:11] Economics doesn’t describe all of life[1:10:53] Masculinity, femininity, and reality[1:32:31] How conservatives lost the sexual revolution[1:42:39] Love, respect, and authority[1:53:19] Is AI revolutionary or overhyped?[2:00:11] Can we trust that Bitcoin will survive?[2:28:58] The morality of monetary systems[2:41:16] Equality, fairness, and justice[2:48:56] Dependence is dehumanizing[2:54:58] Parenting is about modeling_____________________________________Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eiEsteZojb8Make a tax-deductible donation to Dad Saves America: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://secure.anedot.com/emergent-order-foundation/dad-website?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.dadsavesamerica.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get full access to Dad Saves America at www.dadsavesamerica.com/subscribe

Peter Boghossian, a philosopher known for his work on street epistemology and critiquing higher education, delves into America's growing political divide. He explores why people seem to cheer on political violence and discusses the indoctrination present in universities. Boghossian advocates for a radical reform of these institutions, suggesting they need to collapse under their own weight. The conversation also touches on the impact of social media algorithms, the importance of fostering civil discourse, and the need for personal responsibility in addressing societal issues.

I sat down with evolutionary biologist Bret Weinstein to explore how evolution can help make sense of tribalism, religion, and the ongoing war in Gaza. He shares his experience commenting on the Israel-Palestine conflict and the simultaneous resurgence and weaponization of antisemitism, speaking both as a scientist and as an American Jew who doesn’t see his views reflected by either major camp. Bret warns against embracing our genetic programming for "lineage-against-lineage" displacement, rather than the collaborative spirit that built Western civilization._____________________________________Follow Bret on X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/BretWeinsteinWatch the Darkhorse Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DarkHorsePod/featuredPurchase a copy of “A Hunter-Gather’s Guide to the 21st Century”: https://www.amazon.com/Hunter-Gatherers-Guide-21st-Century-Challenges/dp/0593086880_____________________________________Outline:[0:00] Evolution of culture and religion[12:32] Antisemitism and conspiracy thinking[20:38] How Israeli policy impacts Jews globally[26:42] Nazi Twitter went mainstream[33:17] John’s take on Israel-Palestine[42:30] Bret’s evolutionary take on the Gaza War[52:26] How genes get into the future[1:01:08] Is Christianity evolutionarily adaptive?[1:10:26] We aren’t fit for the world we’ve built_____________________________________Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3avvi_qwdxkMake a tax-deductible donation to Dad Saves America: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://secure.anedot.com/emergent-order-foundation/dad-website?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.dadsavesamerica.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get full access to Dad Saves America at www.dadsavesamerica.com/subscribe

Bret Weinstein, an evolutionary biologist known for his insights into evolutionary theory and his controversial time at Evergreen State College, discusses the failures of modern institutions. He explores the hidden powers behind the Epstein scandal and critiques the misinformation prevalent in governance and media. The conversation also covers the disconnection between elites and everyday citizens, the implications of globalization on democracy, and the challenges posed by virtual communities that reshape social bonds in our society.