The Daily Heretic

Subscribe to Heretics Clips now for explosive interviews that pull no punches: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos Why do some people proudly adopt ideas that seem illogical, hypocritical, or even harmful — and then defend them at all costs? In this fascinating Heretics interview, world-renowned advertising executive and behavioural economics thinker Rory Sutherland breaks down the psychology behind the “woke” mindset. Vice Chairman of Ogilvy UK and one of the sharpest minds in marketing, Rory has spent decades studying how people think, behave, and make decisions — often irrationally. Here, he applies those same insights to the cultural battleground of modern identity politics, activism, and “woke” ideology. In this insightful and often hilarious conversation, you’ll discover: Why binary thinking has replaced nuance in today’s debates. How virtue signalling works as a form of social currency. Why “woke” beliefs often spread like advertising campaigns — and how the tactics mirror marketing psychology. The role of tribal loyalty and why some people cling to ideologies even when facts contradict them. How fear of social shaming can make intelligent people act irrationally. Why Rory believes cultural echo chambers are making society dumber. Rory also explores the emotional rewards that drive people to adopt these extreme positions — from belonging to moral superiority — and why arguing with them often backfires. Drawing on his background in behavioural science, he reveals how humans often make decisions emotion first, logic later. This is not just a rant about “wokeness” — it’s a deep dive into the underlying psychology that explains why movements like this gain traction, how they sustain themselves, and what it means for public discourse. Whether you agree with Rory or not, his analysis will make you think differently about the way people process ideas in the modern world. Smart, witty, and sometimes brutally honest, Rory Sutherland delivers a masterclass in cultural observation, blending behavioural economics with social commentary in a way only he can. ➡️ Watch the full interview now and join the debate: Are “woke” ideas a step forward for society — or proof we’ve lost our minds? 🎥 Full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Jd9Wlb9l_Y #heretics #narcissism #woke #RorySutherland #BehaviouralEconomics #CulturalCommentary #VirtueSignalling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

He rebuilt his life after heroin addiction, prison and crime — but nothing could prepare Cullan Mais for being cancelled by the very people who once praised his redemption. In this explosive episode of Heretics, Andrew Gold sits down with The Central Club host to uncover how one conversation with Tommy Robinson led to accusations of extremism, workplace interrogations, and a full-blown cancellation by the so-called “woke” establishment. 👉 Subscribe to Heretics Clips for more fearless, uncensored interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos Once a heroin addict and serial shoplifter who stole over £10 million worth of goods, Cullan Mais turned his pain into purpose. After 12 prison sentences, collapsed lungs, and countless near-death experiences, he turned his life around — becoming a peer mentor helping others escape addiction. But when he dared to talk to Tommy Robinson, that hard-earned redemption was suddenly stripped away. 💬 “They asked me: Are you homophobic?” 💬 “They sent me on Far-Right extremist training.” 💬 “All because I spoke to someone they didn’t like.” In this brutally honest conversation, Andrew Gold and Cullan dig deep into cancel culture, free speech, and the dangers of moral posturing. Cullan reveals how local councils, charities and fellow mentors turned on him overnight — labelling him a risk, a sympathiser, and even an extremist. All for doing what he thought was right: talking openly with people from all sides. This isn’t a story about politics — it’s about hypocrisy and forgiveness. Why is society so willing to punish those who try to redeem themselves, while preaching “compassion” and “inclusion”? Why does Britain’s so-called tolerant elite silence the very conversations that could heal division? Cullan’s story exposes the tension between redemption and reputation — and asks: Who really gets to decide who’s allowed to change? 🔥 Topics Include: • Getting cancelled for interviewing Tommy Robinson • The dark side of virtue signalling • Addiction, relapse & redemption • Cancel culture in modern Britain • Free speech & hypocrisy in recovery spaces • How conversation became “dangerous” • Why forgiveness matters more than politics #HereticsPodcast #CullanMais #TheCentralClub #TommyRobinson #CancelCulture #FreeSpeech #AndrewGold #AddictionToRedemption #WokeCulture #VirtueSignalling #UKPodcast #Censorship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subscribe to Heretics Clips for fearless interviews that expose hypocrisy, power, and the shadowy world behind Britain’s elites. In this explosive episode, royal biographer Andrew Lownie joins Andrew Gold to investigate how Prince Andrew, Sarah “Fergie” Ferguson, and the royal establishment have quietly exploited taxpayer money — and why the scandal goes far deeper than anyone dares to admit. 👉 Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos Lownie — author of Traitor King and one of Britain’s most persistent royal investigators — pulls back the curtain on financial corruption, leaked Epstein emails, and royal cover-ups that reveal a darker story of privilege, greed, and moral decay. He examines the newly leaked communications between Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein, messages that appear to contradict Andrew’s claims about cutting ties years ago. What do these emails truly expose about the royal family’s double standards — and how deep does the rot go? We explore Fergie’s secret financial dealings with Epstein, the money trail behind royal debts, and how the same system that funds the monarchy may have quietly supported lavish lifestyles and questionable friendships. Could this be the moment the public finally turns against the monarchy’s unchecked spending? And how will King Charles and Prince William manage a crisis that once again shines a spotlight on royal entitlement and taxpayer abuse? Expect deep analysis on: The hidden costs of royal privilege and who really pays for it. How Fergie’s Epstein connection worsened public distrust. The emails that could change how we view Prince Andrew forever. Why figures like Peter Mandelson keep reappearing in Epstein’s orbit. Whether the monarchy can survive another wave of moral and financial scandals. This isn’t tabloid gossip — it’s a forensic look at how influence, money, and silence protect the powerful. Andrew Lownie’s insights reveal a monarchy fighting to preserve its image while the truth creeps ever closer to the surface. Watch the full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UENMFZ4mjkc #PrinceAndrew #Fergie #JeffreyEpstein #AndrewLownie #Heretics #AndrewGold #RoyalFamily #RoyalScandal #BritishMonarchy #TaxpayersMoney #TraitorKing #RoyalCrisis #UKNews #GhislaineMaxwell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

👉 Subscribe now to Heretics Clips for fearless conversations that challenge mainstream narratives: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos Is the trans movement a social contagion that’s spiraling out of control? In this explosive interview, Julie Bindel – journalist, feminist, and outspoken lesbian – takes aim at what she calls the “trans delusion” and reveals why she believes it poses a profound danger to women, girls, and wider society. Bindel doesn’t mince her words. From shocking real-life encounters – including one jaw-dropping story involving a so-called “lady with a stiffy” – to her razor-sharp analysis of the politics driving gender ideology, this conversation is as revealing as it is unsettling. 🔥 In this interview, Julie Bindel uncovers: Why she believes trans ideology is not progressive but deeply misogynistic. How women’s rights are being rolled back in the name of inclusivity. The social contagion effect fueling the explosion of trans identification among young people. Why lesbians in particular are being silenced or forced to conform to a narrative that denies biological reality. The hidden forces – from academia to activist groups – that keep pushing gender ideology despite public pushback. But this discussion goes beyond activism. Bindel warns about the real-world consequences for ordinary women: from safety in prisons and changing rooms to fairness in sports and even medical ethics. She explains why she believes the trans movement is built on false promises and coercion, and why more people must be brave enough to push back. 👉 Watch until the end to hear Bindel’s message of hope for women who feel silenced, and her advice on how society can finally start resisting what she calls the “greatest delusion of our time.” 🎥 Watch the full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WntY0N6ndxY&t=1241s #juliebindel #transideology #transmovement #socialcontagion #feminism #womensrights #genderdebate #transdelusion #hereticsclips #lesbianfeminism #radicalfeminism Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

👉 Subscribe now to Heretics Clips for explosive, uncensored conversations the mainstream won’t touch: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos The BBC was once considered the gold standard of broadcasting. But behind the polished exterior, did it create the perfect breeding ground for monsters like Jimmy Savile and Huw Edwards? In this shocking interview, celebrity psychiatrist Dr. Raj Persaud pulls back the curtain on the dark psychology of celebrity culture, institutional cover-ups, and the sinister patterns of behaviour hidden in plain sight. Why do so many high-profile figures — from TV presenters to royals — seem to display traits of psychopathy, narcissism, and Machiavellian manipulation? How do powerful institutions like the BBC and even the monarchy allow these behaviours to not just exist, but thrive unchecked? 🔥 In this explosive discussion, Dr. Raj Persaud explores: The disturbing psychological profile of Huw Edwards and why his case shocked Britain. How Jimmy Savile manipulated the BBC and the public for decades without consequences. The unsettling similarities between media stars and figures like Prince Andrew. Why some celebrities exhibit psychopathic or even predatory tendencies — and how they get away with it. The institutional blindness, culture of silence, and complicity that enabled these scandals. This isn’t just about individuals. It’s about systems. Dr. Persaud explains how fame, power, and influence attract personalities with dangerous psychological traits — and how organisations built on reputation and secrecy often protect them rather than expose them. But the biggest question remains: could this still be happening today? Has anything really changed at the BBC or in the celebrity world, or are we destined to see more scandals erupt in the future? 👉 Watch until the end, as Dr. Persaud reveals his most disturbing conclusion about why celebrity culture and institutional power will always breed monsters unless something drastic changes. 🎥 Watch the full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zh3ONC9GQAQ #bbc #jimmysavile #huwedwards #princeandrew #celebrityscandals #psychopathy #narcissism #machiavellianism #celebrityculture #hereticsclips #rajpersaud #coverup #institutionalcorruption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

👉 Subscribe to Heretics Clips for fearless, unfiltered political conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos Once hailed as one of Britain’s sharpest broadcasters, Emily Maitlis has become a shadow of her former self. In this explosive episode of Heretics, Andrew Gold and Tom Slater (Spiked) take a hard look at what went wrong with Maitlis—and how The News Agents has morphed into one of the most predictable, partisan podcasts in the UK. From her infamous Prince Andrew interview to her high-profile departure from the BBC, Maitlis was once considered fearless. But has she now abandoned journalistic rigour in favour of easy applause? Has she swapped challenging interviews for smug echo-chamber chatter with Jon Sopel and Lewis Goodall? And why does the mainstream media still treat her as untouchable? 🔥 In this no-holds-barred conversation, we dig into: Why Emily Maitlis seems to have stopped challenging power, preferring to flatter her audience instead. The decline of The News Agents—how it became the voice of the centrist bubble. How Maitlis’s political biases went from subtle to shameless. The contrast between her hard-hitting BBC years and her current comfort-zone commentary. Why the media class (from Alastair Campbell to Rory Stewart) cheers her on, no matter how predictable she becomes. Whether Maitlis represents a broader crisis in UK journalism—where holding power to account has been replaced by performative outrage and safe takes. Andrew Gold and Tom Slater pull no punches as they dissect the cult of Maitlis, exposing the media double standards that allow her to coast while others get torn apart. If you’ve ever felt something’s “off” about the way British journalism now operates, this episode will confirm your suspicions—and maybe reveal a few uncomfortable truths along the way. Maitlis’s decline isn’t just about one journalist—it’s about what happens when the media elite stop trying, and start taking their audience for granted. 📺 Watch the full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cY-CqsGNpEA #EmilyMaitlis #TheNewsAgents #Heretics #TomSlater #AndrewGold #UKMedia #BBC #Journalism #PoliticalPodcast #CentristBubble #MediaBias #NewsAgentsPodcast #UKPolitics #HereticsClips Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subscribe to Heretics Clips for raw, unfiltered conversations with icons who say what others won’t. In this explosive interview, Robbie Williams reveals the shocking truth about how close he came to being dropped by EMI Records — and the one thing that saved his entire career. Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos Before “Angels” turned him into a global superstar, Robbie’s solo journey was hanging by a thread. The critics had written him off, the label was losing faith, and the pressure was suffocating. In this brutally honest conversation with Andrew Gold, Robbie looks back on that make-or-break moment — the fear, the desperation, and the creative spark that changed everything. What happens when the label that made you suddenly stops believing in you? Robbie takes us inside that world of late-night panic, whispered meetings, and the relentless fight to prove he still had something to say. He opens up about the self-doubt that crept in after Take That, how the industry can turn on you overnight, and why one bold decision — and one unexpected song — flipped his fate. This is a masterclass in survival. Robbie talks about the cost of chasing hits, the anxiety of watching your dream slip away, and the strange power that comes from having nothing left to lose. He reflects on the alchemy behind “Angels,” what it meant to him personally, and how it rescued not just his career — but his identity. You’ll also hear the humour and chaos that defined those early solo years: clashes with execs, outrageous studio moments, and the dawning realisation that sometimes the most authentic art is born out of fear. It’s Robbie at his most vulnerable, funny, and reflective — a man who knows what it’s like to fall, and fight his way back. This isn’t nostalgia. It’s a reminder of what it takes to rebuild yourself when everyone else has given up. 🎧 Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQtPRjMacQQ&t=1s #RobbieWilliams #HereticsPodcast #HereticsClips #AndrewGold #Angels #EMIRecords #TakeThat #MusicIndustry #Fame #PopCulture #CelebrityCulture #BritishMusic #Creativity #MentalHealth #Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it actually feel like to take heroin for the first time? In this shocking and brutally honest Heretics interview, Cullan Mais — once a heroin addict and serial shoplifter who stole over £10 million worth of goods — reveals how one hit changed everything. From the euphoria and escape to the devastation that followed, this is a rare insight into the dark reality of addiction. 👉 Subscribe to Heretics Clips for more raw, unfiltered interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos Cullan Mais opens up about his first experiences with heroin — the rush, the calm, the illusion of control — and how it quickly became a nightmare. By 18, he was fully addicted. Within years, he was living a life that felt like Trainspotting: shoplifting to fund his next fix, bouncing between prison sentences, and watching his health collapse. 💬 “I started heroin at 18 — and it was a tragedy.” 💬 “I stole over £10 million in retail value.” 💬 “My lungs collapsed — twice. I should’ve been dead.” But this is more than just a story about addiction. It’s about redemption. After 12 prison sentences and multiple stints in rehab, Cullan finally found a way out — and a new purpose. Now host of The Central Club Podcast, he helps others facing the same demons he once fought. In this powerful episode, Andrew Gold explores what heroin really does to your mind and body, how it hijacks your sense of self, and what recovery actually feels like. Cullan describes the haunting highs, the paranoia, the desperation — and the moment he realised he had to change or die. This is one of the rawest, most emotional Heretics interviews ever — an unflinching look at addiction, recovery, and the human cost of escape. 🔥 Topics Include: • What heroin really feels like • Addiction, relapse & recovery • Shoplifting £10 million in goods • Life behind bars & broken trust • Collapsed lungs & survival • Rebuilding life through honesty & podcasting • Mentoring ex-offenders & finding purpose • Why forgiveness and truth matter more than ever #HereticsPodcast #CullanMais #AddictionToRedemption #HeroinRecovery #AndrewGold #TheCentralClub #AddictionStory #Trainspotting #DrugAddiction #RecoveryJourney Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subscribe to Heretics Clips now for explosive interviews that pull no punches: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos Is South Africa on the brink of civil war? In this hard-hitting Heretics interview, entrepreneur and outspoken critic Rob Hersov reveals the chilling truth about a nation in freefall. He exposes the reality of anti-white racism, the brutal slaughter of white farmers, and the deep-rooted government corruption that’s tearing the country apart — issues the mainstream media refuses to confront. Hersov paints a disturbing picture of a society collapsing under the weight of race-based laws, extreme DEI policies, and an ANC government whose socialist system has left chaos in its wake. He doesn’t hold back, speaking openly on topics many fear to address. In this gripping conversation, you’ll discover: The systematic killing of white farmers — and why the international community stays silent. How 114 race-based laws target white South Africans and fuel racial division. What actually happens when armed gangs invade a farm in the dead of night. Why Hersov’s own 13-year-old daughter was removed from a sports team for racial quota reasons. How Western leftists justify farm murders with the claim that “whites deserve it.” The dark legacy of the ANC and the myth-building around Nelson Mandela. Hersov’s words are raw, uncompromising, and politically explosive. He warns of a growing unrest that could push South Africa toward widespread conflict — a scenario few in power seem willing to prevent. Whether you agree with him or not, the facts and first-hand accounts he shares are impossible to dismiss. This is one of the most controversial and eye-opening interviews ever featured on Heretics. If you want to understand the scale of South Africa’s crisis — and the dangerous path it may be heading down — you cannot afford to miss this conversation. ➡️ Watch the full interview now and join the discussion in the comments: Do you think South Africa is heading for civil war? 🎥 Full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4zbojd1CuE #SouthAfrica #RobHersov #Heretics #CivilWar #FarmMurders #WhiteFarmers #PoliticalCorruption #FarmerKillings #RaceBasedLaws Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subscribe to Heretics Clips now for explosive interviews that pull no punches: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos Is political correctness killing the punchline? In this unflinching Heretics interview, Carl Benjamin — better known online as Sargon of Akkad — explains why he believes woke comedians are destroying UK comedy from the inside out. Carl, a political commentator with a reputation for challenging mainstream narratives, pulls no punches as he argues that comedy in Britain has lost its edge. Once a space for fearless social commentary, he says the scene has been captured by ideological gatekeepers more interested in pushing approved political messages than in making audiences laugh. In this candid conversation, you’ll discover: Why Carl believes the golden age of UK comedy is over. How woke ideology has created a culture of self-censorship among performers. The difference between comedy that challenges power and comedy that merely panders to the crowd. How “offence culture” is changing what comedians can — and will — joke about. Why he thinks true liberty in comedy means risking outrage. The philosophical link between free speech, artistic expression, and cultural resilience. Benjamin also explores the deeper question: What is the role of comedy in a healthy society? He argues that the best comedians have always been equal-opportunity offenders, willing to provoke laughter and discomfort in equal measure — and that stripping humour of its danger makes it meaningless. Andrew Gold pushes the conversation further, challenging Carl on whether some boundaries in comedy are necessary, and exploring whether the shift in comedic tone reflects broader changes in British society. Together, they debate the balance between freedom and responsibility in the arts, and whether today’s comedians are truly pushing boundaries — or retreating from them. Whether you agree with Carl or think he’s overstating the problem, this is a must-watch for anyone who cares about free expression, cultural change, and the future of British comedy. ➡️ Watch the full interview now and join the discussion in the comments: Is UK comedy being destroyed by wokeness — or is it simply evolving? 🎥 Full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGR8FkxfVrw #CarlBenjamin #SargonOfAkkad #Heretics #UKComedy #WokeCulture #FreeSpeech #PoliticalCorrectness #ComedyDebate #CultureWar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices