Real Talk with Marissa Streit | PragerU

Could the protests sparked by the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini be a tipping point for the Iranian people to affect real change in their country? Investigative journalist Lisa Daftari sits with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss Iran’s role in terror attacks around the world, the strange alliance between far-leftists and Islamist extremists, and what the West can do to support the Iranian people in their fight against their tyrannical government. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 01:10 - Who Is Lisa Daftari? 01:55 - Escaping the Iranian Revolution 03:45 - How the Revolution Took Shape 05:10 - The Art of Secret Communication Out of Iran 05:55 - The Murder of Mahsa Amini Sparks Demonstrations 08:52 - Civilian Courage during Police Crackdowns 11:15 - The Deafening Silence of Liberal Feminists 12:25 - Why the 1979 Iranian Revolution Was a Mistake 16:09 - Managing Iran's Nationalistic Pride and the West 18:28 - How Did the Iranian People Get Duped? 20:35 - The Iranian Regime's Greatest Vulnerability 22:24 - The West's Role in Promoting Change 25:40 - The Disastrous Iran Nuclear Deal 28:20 - The Impact of Additional Sanctions 31:18 - Why America Can't Ignore Iran's Protests 36:00 - A Message of Hope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ambassador Robert C. O’Brien has spent much of his career at the center of American foreign policy, most recently serving as the National Security Advisor for President Donald Trump. There, he orchestrated the historic Abraham Accords, which have changed the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East for the better. Now, he is sitting with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss his work as a hostage negotiator and foreign policy expert. His thoughts on the current challenges we're facing with Iran, China, and Russia are critical. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 00:45 - Rescuing Hostages Around the World 03:00 - Working with President Trump 04:05 - The Inside Story of the Abraham Accords 07:20 - The Importance of Allies 10:55 - What Are America's Biggest Threats around the World? 13:09 - Threat to America: Iran 15:30 - America's Response to Iran 18:48 - The Biggest Threat to America Is China 22:30 - China's Growing Influence 27:15 - Should the U.S. Ban TikTok? 29:50 - Joining Forces with Big Tech 33:28 - Is There Hope for America's Future? 36:23 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

American entrepreneur and investor Joe Lonsdale has been immensely successful in the technology sector for nearly 20 years. Now he is starting a new university in Austin which aims to compete with the Ivy League, bring back civil discourse, and teach the value of Western Civilization. Joe sits down with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss why he left California, his mission to save American education, and why he only hires contrarian thinkers. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 00:40 - What is Palantir? 04:40 - The Vocal Minority of Silicon Valley 06:10 - Why Are People Fleeing California? 09:00 - Austin Politics 10:55 - What Is Joe Lonsdale's Mission? 12:50 - Launching The University of Austin 17:08 - Promoting Civil Discourse in Classrooms 19:30 - University Accreditation: Is It Worth It? 21:00 - What Is Joe's Investment Advice? 25:10 - The Art of Informed Venture Capital Investments 26:35 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kim Kiyosaki is co-founder and CEO of The Rich Dad Company and a spirited advocate of financial education. In this episode of Real Talk, Kim and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit discuss the challenges of running a multi-million dollar company and dispel the myth of the “glass ceiling” for women in business. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 01:00 - Self-Reliance for Financial Freedom 02:30 - Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset 04:10 - Kim's Background 06:20 - Female Leaders and Authentic Inclusion 10:02 - Marriage, Femininity, and Finances 13:40 - Do Women Really Have a Glass Ceiling? 19:45 - Becoming Financially Literate: Assets & Liabilities 26:55 - Investing Is a Mindset 30:00 - Types of Asset Classes 33:20 - The Art of Hands-on Investing 34:28 - Recession-Proofing Your Finances 37:45 - Being Competitive vs. Comfortable 41:35 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Violent crime is on the rise in cities across America, as heated debates continue over gun control and the role of police. Security expert Bryce Eddy from Covered 6, a vocational training school for military veterans, joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss how to stay safe in these turbulent times. Don’t miss this Real Talk on guns, law enforcement, and why self-reliance is vital. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 02:26 - Who is Bryce Eddy? 05:00 - The Problem with Gun Control 07:30 - Current Gun Laws 09:55 - The Flaws of Red Flag Laws 15:00 - A Look at Lawful Gun Owners 18:55 - What are Real Solutions for School Safety? 24:35 - Uvalde Police Response Missteps 28:55 - The Role of Qualified Immunity 31:48 - Public-Private Security Partnerships 34:45 - Practical Solutions for Staying Safe 40:20 - Promoting Firearm Safety 41:40 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When an elite private school went woke, frustrated dad Jerome Eisenberg fought back by filing a lawsuit to hold the school accountable. He sits down with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit for a real talk about the regressive direction of education, finding the courage to disagree with the status quo, and how like-minded parents can help turn the tide. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 01:43 - The Brentwood School System 03:08 - The Turning Point: George Floyd 08:37 - Affinity Groups and Antisemitism 12:24 - Origins of Jerome's Lawsuit 14:10 - Fighting for the Greater Cause 20:10 - Holding the School System Accountable 21:50 - Secret Phone Calls of Gratitude 22:38 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In schools across America, lessons are being taught that put our kids in danger. It’s time for parents to take a hard look at what their kids are learning about in school. Jaco Booyens, renowned anti-sex trafficking activist, sits down with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit for an important conversation about the sexualization of children, its direct impact on sex crimes, and empowering parents to protect their children. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 01:17 - Sexualizing School Curricula 03:16 - Schools and Pornography: Obscenity Exemption Statute (1970) 06:48 - When Parents Push Back 09:10 - Pornography and Young Minds 12:00 - Left-Wing Funding of School District Campaigns 15:45 - Normalizing Pornography and Society's Complicity 18:14 - Fighting Back 21:12 - The Duty of Parents 25:30 - A Prayer for Parents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices