The Next Generation

David Pinsof is self described as an 'Evolutionary social scientist, co-host of Evolutionary Psychology (the podcast), and he writes about the psychology and sociology of bullshit.' This was one of the best podcasts I've ever done. I ask David all the big questions from why we've evolved to deceive ourselves to the purpose of consciousness. This was one of those where I could let me curiosity guide me and ask a world class expert ANYTHING knowing I'll get a banger answer. Enjoy xSubscribe to David's Substack: https://substack.com/@everythingisbullshitMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elliotbewick/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elliotbewickX: https://x.com/elliotbewickCHAPTERS: 00:00 What Is the Function of Self-Deception?03:20 Can We Bullsh*T Our Way Through Bullsh*T?04:58 Is Self-Delusion Necessary for Success?10:26 Why Does It Only Make Sense to Care About the Truth? 12:00 What About Truths That Obstruct Success?14:20 the Crippling Impact of Prioritising Our Desires 17:00 Plantinga’s Evolutionary Argument Against Naturalism 18:59 Error Management Theory 21:02 Is Self-Delusion More Beneficial in 2025? 25:21 Thoughts on ‘Fake It Till You Make It’ 28:50 Accept the Limitations of Your Biology, Now Anything Is Possible30:32 Jordan Peterson’s Conception of Truth vs Lies 33:24 Is It Easier to Spot Someone Else’s Lies or Your Own? 37:46 Show Me the Incentive and I’ll Show You the Outcome 40:23 Steven Pinker: How the Brain Works 46:47 Creating the Most Powerful Incentives to Ensure Success49:46 Matthew McConaughey’s Motivation Technique 56:06 Does True Altruism Actually Exist? 59:13 Is ‘Love Thy Neighbour’ an Evolutionary Bi-Product for Survival? 1:00:54 Why Has Consciousness Evolved? 1:09:14 the Hard Problem of Consciousness 1:14:14 Does Emotion Dictate Everything We Do?1:19:11 Why Do We Laugh? 1:28:30 the Biggest Evolutionary Mismatches in 2025 1:32:50 Is Evolution De-Selecting Liberals?ABOUT THE NEXT GENERATION: In a world saturated by social media and marked by skyrocketing rates of anxiety, depression, and ADHD among Gen Z, young people are growing up in a landscape of chaos and contradiction. While protests swell in city streets and activists hurl soup at famous artworks to demand climate action, a quieter crisis unfolds within - the mental and emotional battles faced by a generation trying to make sense of it all.The Next Generation is hosted by 20-year-old Elliot Bewick, offering a raw and honest look at the world through the eyes of those living in it. Bringing together insight from professionals and young people on the ground, this podcast isn’t here to complain or chase clout. It’s here to bend the arc of the modern world towards solutions, truth and a love for the beautiful adventure of life itself.

Brand new data has gone VIRAL showing a decrease in gender non conforming students in the last couple of years, today I bring on Eric Kaufmann who published the findings in what has now garnered over 19 million views on X alone. Eric is a Professor of Politics at the University of Buckingham, where he directs the Centre for Heterodox Social Science. Born in Hong Kong in 1970, his work focuses on political demography, nationalism, and immigration. His core contrarian view is that "woke" ideology is not a Marxist import but a radicalisation of left-liberalism's own humanitarian instincts. Follow Eric on X: https://x.com/epkaufmSubscribe to my Substack to see bonus questions and send in your own for future guests! https://elliotbewick.substack.com/My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elliotbewick/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elliotbewickX: https://x.com/elliotbewickABOUT THE NEXT GENERATION: In a world saturated by social media and marked by skyrocketing rates of anxiety, depression, and ADHD among Gen Z, young people are growing up in a landscape of chaos and contradiction. While protests swell in city streets and activists hurl soup at famous artworks to demand climate action, a quieter crisis unfolds within - the mental and emotional battles faced by a generation trying to make sense of it all.The Next Generation is hosted by 20-year-old Elliot Bewick, offering a raw and honest look at the world through the eyes of those living in it. Bringing together insight from professionals and young people on the ground, this podcast isn’t here to complain or chase clout. It’s here to bend the arc of the modern world towards solutions, truth and a love for the beautiful adventure of life itself.

Monica Wadwa is a dating and relationships coach helping women find love and keep healthy relationships, navigating what is a tough modern climate for romance. Monica's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/withlove.monica/My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elliotbewick/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elliotbewickX: https://x.com/elliotbewickABOUT THE NEXT GENERATION: In a world saturated by social media and marked by skyrocketing rates of anxiety, depression, and ADHD among Gen Z, young people are growing up in a landscape of chaos and contradiction. While protests swell in city streets and activists hurl soup at famous artworks to demand climate action, a quieter crisis unfolds within - the mental and emotional battles faced by a generation trying to make sense of it all.The Next Generation is hosted by 20-year-old Elliot Bewick, offering a raw and honest look at the world through the eyes of those living in it. Bringing together insight from professionals and young people on the ground, this podcast isn’t here to complain or chase clout. It’s here to bend the arc of the modern world towards solutions, truth and a love for the beautiful adventure of life itself.

With violence rife in the world right now, it was great to sit down with Gia Chacón, the founder of For the Martyrs - the leading voice for persecuted Christians worldwide. She has worked extensively on the ground across the Middle East providing direct support to suffering communities, but is also active on home turf, advocating for religious freedom and justice for the downtrodden.Gia on X: https://x.com/genuinelygia_For The Martyrs on X: https://x.com/forthemartyrsCHAPTERS:00:00 The Decline of Christianity in the US 03:50 What Is Going Wrong With the Church? 05:56 Where Is the Line Between Religion & Politics? 12:35 “The Left Wants to Erase People’s Identity”15:00 Should the Rise of Christian Politics Worry Us? 19:36 The Political Landscape Post-Charlie Kirk28:43 Are the Left Communists? 36:34 Is DEI Propaganda? 39:19 How the Internet Incentivises Victimhood 46:49 What Is It Like Being Right Wing at University? 51:57 Why Elliot Didn’t Go to University 55:04 Gia’s Life Changing Trip to Egypt 1:00:15 Why is Christianity the Most Persecuted Religion? 1:05:25 The Future of Western Culture in the Middle-East 1:18:25 Can TikTok Bridge the Gap Between East and West?1:26:18 Is Freedom Compatible With True Islam? 1:30:30 The Authority Problem in Abrahamic Religions 1:33:13 What Gia’s Working on at the Moment 1:34:06 the Future of Gen Z Christianity 1:38:35 Elliot’s Current View of GodMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elliotbewick/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elliotbewickX: https://x.com/elliotbewickABOUT THE NEXT GENERATION: In a world saturated by social media and marked by skyrocketing rates of anxiety, depression, and ADHD among Gen Z, young people are growing up in a landscape of chaos and contradiction. While protests swell in city streets and activists hurl soup at famous artworks to demand climate action, a quieter crisis unfolds within - the mental and emotional battles faced by a generation trying to make sense of it all.The Next Generation is hosted by 20-year-old Elliot Bewick, offering a raw and honest look at the world through the eyes of those living in it. Bringing together insight from professionals and young people on the ground, this podcast isn’t here to complain or chase clout. It’s here to bend the arc of the modern world towards solutions, truth and a love for the beautiful adventure of life itself.

Was medieval man more fulfilled? Nowadays it seems we have everything we need, so why are we so unhappy?I discuss these questions with historian Suzannah Lipscomb. A fellow of the Royal Historical Society and professor emerita, she has written and edited a number of books, presented numerous TV programmes and is host of the podcast, Not Just the Tudors.Full episode coming soon!My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elliotbewick/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elliotbewickX: https://x.com/elliotbewickABOUT THE NEXT GENERATION: In a world saturated by social media and marked by skyrocketing rates of anxiety, depression, and ADHD among Gen Z, young people are growing up in a landscape of chaos and contradiction. While protests swell in city streets and activists hurl soup at famous artworks to demand climate action, a quieter crisis unfolds within - the mental and emotional battles faced by a generation trying to make sense of it all.The Next Generation is hosted by 20-year-old Elliot Bewick, offering a raw and honest look at the world through the eyes of those living in it. Bringing together insight from professionals and young people on the ground, this podcast isn’t here to complain or chase clout. It’s here to bend the arc of the modern world towards solutions, truth and a love for the beautiful adventure of life itself.

What was it like living in an England completely governed by religion?I discuss this with historian Suzannah Lipscomb. A fellow of the Royal Historical Society and professor emerita, she has written and edited a number of books, presented numerous TV programmes and is host of the podcast, Not Just the Tudors.Check out the full eppy! https://youtu.be/zYoaTzSGTpQMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elliotbewick/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elliotbewickX: https://x.com/elliotbewickABOUT THE NEXT GENERATION: In a world saturated by social media and marked by skyrocketing rates of anxiety, depression, and ADHD among Gen Z, young people are growing up in a landscape of chaos and contradiction. While protests swell in city streets and activists hurl soup at famous artworks to demand climate action, a quieter crisis unfolds within - the mental and emotional battles faced by a generation trying to make sense of it all.The Next Generation is hosted by 20-year-old Elliot Bewick, offering a raw and honest look at the world through the eyes of those living in it. Bringing together insight from professionals and young people on the ground, this podcast isn’t here to complain or chase clout. It’s here to bend the arc of the modern world towards solutions, truth and a love for the beautiful adventure of life itself.

How did one man change the course of history, and how does his revolution still shape our lives today?From Luther to Henry VIII, historian Suzannah Lipscomb and I take a deep dive into this fascinating period. A fellow of the Royal Historical Society and professor emerita, Suzannah has written and edited a number of books, presented numerous TV programmes and is host of the podcast, Not Just the Tudors - available here: https://open.spotify.com/show/4cE3piJ1dtOB0Phe8LEBgW?si=f3fd55d6b6854eb3Follow Suzannah on X: https://x.com/sixteenthCgirl00:00 What was the Reformation?03:19 The impact of the Printing Press and new technologies12:39 How Martin Luther shaped history15:33 Henry VIII’s love life changes everything20:31 How religion dominated life24:52 Medieval vs Modern rhythms of life30:14 The creation of the Church of England37:32 Being ‘hung, drawn and quartered’40:14 Clashes and iconoclasm over the new CofE46:12 When Christianity is used for political ends54:10 Can grace and truth be reconciled in Christian societies?57:37 Why Suzannah was drawn to this era1:03:46 Does your personal faith get in the way of your studies?1:08:52 How modern is the meaning crisis? 1:18:42 We have a sickness of self-absorption1:23:33 A historian’s perspective on Gen Z1:33:49 Wrapping upMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elliotbewick/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elliotbewickX: https://x.com/elliotbewickABOUT THE NEXT GENERATION: In a world saturated by social media and marked by skyrocketing rates of anxiety, depression, and ADHD among Gen Z, young people are growing up in a landscape of chaos and contradiction. While protests swell in city streets and activists hurl soup at famous artworks to demand climate action, a quieter crisis unfolds within - the mental and emotional battles faced by a generation trying to make sense of it all.The Next Generation is hosted by 20-year-old Elliot Bewick, offering a raw and honest look at the world through the eyes of those living in it. Bringing together insight from professionals and young people on the ground, this podcast isn’t here to complain or chase clout. It’s here to bend the arc of the modern world towards solutions, truth and a love for the beautiful adventure of life itself.

Is being depressed a disease that you can't control, or is it just the result of difficulties in life?Dr Joanna Moncrieff is a practising psychiatrist and Professor of Critical and Social Psychiatry at University College London. Here we discuss the damaging shift in language from experiencing depression to having depression.Check out the full episode! https://youtu.be/Gv96Y6OrwCcMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elliotbewick/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elliotbewickX: https://x.com/elliotbewickABOUT THE NEXT GENERATION: In a world saturated by social media and marked by skyrocketing rates of anxiety, depression, and ADHD among Gen Z, young people are growing up in a landscape of chaos and contradiction. While protests swell in city streets and activists hurl soup at famous artworks to demand climate action, a quieter crisis unfolds within - the mental and emotional battles faced by a generation trying to make sense of it all.The Next Generation is hosted by 20-year-old Elliot Bewick, offering a raw and honest look at the world through the eyes of those living in it. Bringing together insight from professionals and young people on the ground, this podcast isn’t here to complain or chase clout. It’s here to bend the arc of the modern world towards solutions, truth and a love for the beautiful adventure of life itself.

Dr Joanna Moncrieff is a pracitsing psychiatrist and Professor of Critical and Social Psychiatry at University College London. In this clip, she explains to me the surprising truth about anti-depressants. My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elliotbewick/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elliotbewickX: https://x.com/elliotbewickABOUT THE NEXT GENERATION: In a world saturated by social media and marked by skyrocketing rates of anxiety, depression, and ADHD among Gen Z, young people are growing up in a landscape of chaos and contradiction. While protests swell in city streets and activists hurl soup at famous artworks to demand climate action, a quieter crisis unfolds within - the mental and emotional battles faced by a generation trying to make sense of it all.The Next Generation is hosted by 20-year-old Elliot Bewick, offering a raw and honest look at the world through the eyes of those living in it. Bringing together insight from professionals and young people on the ground, this podcast isn’t here to complain or chase clout. It’s here to bend the arc of the modern world towards solutions, truth and a love for the beautiful adventure of life itself.

Dr. Joanna Moncrieff is a practicing psychiatrist and a Professor of Critical and Social Psychiatry at University College London, known for her critical stance on the serotonin theory of depression. In this discussion, she debunks the chemical imbalance theory, exploring why antidepressants may not work as claimed and how expectations can shape perceived outcomes. Joanna emphasizes the need to demedicalize depression, advocating for a holistic understanding that focuses on behavior and social support, while cautioning against pharmaceutical influence on mental health narratives.