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Jun 5, 2024 • 1h 5min

Technology Is Not the Problem

Author Timandra Harkness discusses the impact of technology on self-expression and society, from personalized experiences to data profiling. She delves into controversies around trans rights advocacy and navigating authenticity in a curated online world, reflecting on identity and digital doppelgangers.
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May 22, 2024 • 52min

The (Culture) War Diaries of Nellie Bowles

Quillette podcast host Jonathan Kay speaks with Morning After the Revolution author Nellie Bowles about her tragicomic journalistic adventures amid progressive true believers and ideological enforcers—from the offices of The New York Times to the streets of Seattle and San Francisco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 22, 2024 • 59min

'Recovery from Rape' with Larissa Phillips

Expert Larissa Phillips discusses preventing rape and promoting recovery. Topics include evolving definitions of rape, nuances of consent, societal narratives on sexual violence, balancing sexual freedom with personal responsibility, post-rape vulnerabilities, victimhood fetishization, and navigating resilience and justice post-rape.
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May 6, 2024 • 50min

Experiencing Autogynephilia

Quillette podcast host Jonathan Kay talks to self-described 'Transsexual Apostate’ Debbie Hayton about the link between male sexual self-attraction and transgender self-identification. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Mar 28, 2024 • 42min

Fighting Back Against Progressive ‘Neo-Racism’

Writer Coleman Hughes discusses his book 'The End of Race' and critiques of progressive 'neo-racism'. Topics include slavery reparations, cancel culture, racial biases, social media impact, and navigating race discussions for a colorblind society.
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Mar 15, 2024 • 40min

Creating a Safe Space for ‘Problematic’ Women

The podcast explores the concept of 'Unspeak Easy' as a safe space for women to discuss challenging topics. It touches on divisive issues like the Gaza conflict and highlights the importance of creating comfortable environments for open conversations. Additionally, it features a humorous tale of cultural misunderstanding involving disc golf in London.
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Feb 21, 2024 • 46min

Is Israel Really Committing Genocide in Gaza?

University of Florida historian Norman Goda discusses South Africa's genocide accusations against Israel at the International Court of Justice. He critiques the lack of evidence connecting inflammatory statements to actual policy. The podcast explores the complexities of proving genocide and analyzes biased reporting by the UN special rapporteur for Israel. It also delves into the International Court of Justice's interim ruling on the allegations and controversies surrounding a recent court decision on a ceasefire in Gaza.
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Jan 28, 2024 • 32min

Leaving MAGA

Rich Logis, a former fervent Donald Trump supporter, shares his journey of leaving MAGA and discusses his concerns with COVID public health measures and the January 6 riot. He reflects on his political journey, dissatisfaction with the two-party system, and support for a third-party candidate. The speaker experiences the struggle of leaving MAGA, confronts propaganda and conspiracy theories, and emphasizes the importance of diversifying news sources. They discuss their project 'Reading MAGA' and the need to humanize and reconcile with MAGA voters for a functional democracy.
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Jan 16, 2024 • 33min

The Fine Line Between Denouncing ‘Settler Colonialism’ and Supporting Terrorism

Exploring the weaponization of academic doctrines to delegitimize the existence of Israel and Western societies. Discussion on the origins and significance of the term 'Turtle Island' and its association with creationist beliefs. The impact of settler colonialism on Indigenous societies in the Americas, including conflicts between Native American tribes. Exploring the battle between identity politics and class-based politics within the left. Delving into the complexities surrounding settler colonialism and its implications for Israel. Examining sentiments on Israel and Palestine, including a disturbing chant calling for a pre-Israel era.
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Dec 4, 2023 • 46min

How ‘Intersectional Feminism’ Got Hijacked by Men

Veteran feminist activist Julie Bindel discusses the misappropriation of the term 'feminist,' the distortion of 'intersectional feminism' by men, controversial trans issues, challenges faced by the LGB Alliance, controversy surrounding gender clinics, and contradictions in feminism.

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