

Real Talk with Marissa Streit
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Join PragerU CEO Marissa Streit as she interviews some of the most significant thought leaders and influential figures from around the world.
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Jul 17, 2024 • 1h 10min
Konstantin Kisin: A Politically Non-binary Immigrant Is Trying to Save the West
Konstantin Kisin, satirist, author, and co-host of the Triggernometry podcast, speaks with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit about his upbringing in the USSR and post-Soviet Russia, why he considers himself politically “non-binary,” his love for Western values, and why he thinks they can save the world. Subscribe to Real Talk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realtalkwithmarissa Follow Marissa Streit on Instagram and Xhttps://www.instagram.com/themarissastreit/https://twitter.com/streitmarissaFollow Konstantin on Instagram and X: https://www.instagram.com/konstantinkisin/https://x.com/KonstantinKisin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 11, 2024 • 1h 1min
Tips for Keeping Your Brain Healthy from a Neurosurgeon
Dr. Jared Ament is a neurosurgeon who specializes in complex brain and spine surgery, using the latest technologies, including robotics. Jared and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit discuss why grit is a “superpower,” the latest technology in neurosurgery, and the things you can do to support your brain’s health. Subscribe to Real Talk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realtalkwithmarissa Follow Marissa Streit on Instagram and Xhttps://www.instagram.com/themarissastreit/https://twitter.com/streitmarissaFollow Dr. Jared Ament on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjaredament/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 8, 2024 • 1h 2min
Yoram Hazony on Why Conservatives Are Happier and More Productive
The radical shift in 2020 from classical liberalism to woke neo-Marxist ideologies like transgenderism and intersectionality is making people confused and miserable. Yoram Hazony, President of the Herzl Institute in Jerusalem, tells us that parents must reclaim their role in teaching children, how cultural revolution movements are reshaping America, and why reconnecting with community and family is essential to counteract this trend. Discover how to live a more fulfilling life by preserving enduring values in this thought-provoking conversation.Subscribe to Real Talk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realtalkwithmarissa Follow Marissa Streit on Instagram and Xhttps://www.instagram.com/themarissastreit/https://twitter.com/streitmarissaFollow Yoram on X: https://x.com/yhazony Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 26, 2024 • 58min
Libs of TikTok and Peachy Keenan on Feminism
Chaya Raichik and Peachy Keenan have been labeled two of the most dangerous women in America. Under the moniker “Libs of TikTok,” Chaya has exposed the agendas of the progressive left. Peachy is a former feminist who now says third-wave feminism and mainstream American culture destroy families. Chaya, Peachy, and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit discuss who really benefits from the feminist movement and how women can embrace traditional values of marriage and motherhood. Subscribe to Real Talk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realtalkwithmarissa Follow Marissa Streit on Instagram and Xhttps://www.instagram.com/themarissastreit/https://twitter.com/streitmarissaFollow Chaya Raichik (Libs of TikTok) on Instagram and Xhttps://www.instagram.com/libsoftiktokofficial/https://x.com/libsoftiktokFollow Peachy Kennan on Xhttps://x.com/KeenanPeachy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 21, 2024 • 56min
Big Tech Censorship: An Industry Developed by the Government
Are America’s intelligence agencies being used to silence citizens and influence elections? Mike Benz, Executive Director of the Foundation for Freedom and a former State Department official, explains who he views as the main actors behind the industry of Big Tech censorship and what should be done to preserve freedom of speech in the U.S.Watch Real Talk at PragerU.com: https://www.prageru.com/series/real-talk Subscribe to Real Talk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realtalkwithmarissa Follow Marissa Streit on Instagram and Xhttps://www.instagram.com/themarissastreit/https://twitter.com/streitmarissaFollow Mike Benz on Instagram and Xhttps://www.instagram.com/mikebenzcyber/https://x.com/MikeBenzCyber Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 12, 2024 • 1h 23min
Are Israel's Actions in Gaza Justified?
Former IDF spokesperson, Lt. Col. (Ret.) Jonathan Conricus served in the Israel Defense Forces for 24 years as a combat commander in Lebanon and Gaza. He is now a senior fellow at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies focused on the Middle East. PragerU CEO Marissa Streit challenges Jonathan about Israel's military response to Hamas and its humanitarian efforts in Gaza following the attacks of October 7. If Israel is victorious, what would that mean for the future of Gaza? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 12, 2024 • 19min
Failed Attempt to Ban PragerU from Louisiana Schools
Dennis Prager and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit sit down with Louisiana Superintendent of Education Dr. Cade Brumley to discuss the immediate backlash following the announcement that PragerU is now in Louisiana schools. Despite the efforts of leftist organizations, media outlets, and state representatives to ban our so-called “discriminatory and antisemitic” content from classrooms, they did not succeed. Hear how PragerU's wholesome, patriotic, and age-appropriate educational materials will continue to benefit Louisiana students. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 5, 2024 • 1h 10min
Daughter of a Jihadist Leader Explains Why She Rejects Her Islamic Upbringing
Nonie Darwish, born in Cairo and raised in the Gaza Strip, shares her journey of rejecting her Islamic upbringing after witnessing its violent nature. Along with her daughter Shireen Said, they discuss the critical dangers of radical Islam and how early indoctrination can shape perceptions of enemies. Together, they advocate for protecting children from harmful ideologies and explore solutions for fostering peace among future generations. Their insights highlight the importance of understanding cultural identities and combating extremist narratives.

Jun 4, 2024 • 11min
PragerU is Now in Louisiana Schools
PragerU CEO Marissa Streit is joined by State Superintendent of Education Dr. Cade Brumley to announce our special partnership with the state of Louisiana. Students in Louisiana schools now have the opportunity to learn from PragerU’s wholesome, patriotic, and age-appropriate content. Marissa and Dr. Brumley discuss the warm welcome PragerU received from over 7,500 teachers during the 2024 Teacher Leader Summit in New Orleans.#PragerUinSchools Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 15, 2024 • 57min
The Fentanyl Epidemic: Jaeson Jones & Dr. Michael Jensen on What Must Be Done to Stop It
Fentanyl is the number one killer of Americans 18 to 45. What can people do to educate themselves and their loved ones about the dangers of fentanyl? PragerU CEO Marissa Streit is joined by Dr. Michael Jensen and border intelligence expert Jaeson Jones, who have both been personally affected by the fentanyl epidemic, to separate fact from fiction and give practical tips on combating this lethal threat to the U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices