For the Sake of Argument

Oliver Burkeman explains how to make the most of our limited time on earth, and how to have a meaningful lfie.Oliver Burkeman is an author, journalist, and writer the weekly column "This Column Will Change Your Life" for the newspaper The Guardian. He published "Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals, a self-help book on the philosophy and psychology of time management and happiness."For the Sake of Argument podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfield Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EY Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield

Brian Krassenstein, Eric Kaufmann, Katherine Brodsky, and Jake Newfield discuss Trump vs Harris and Liberal vs Conservative ideologies.Brian Krassenstein is a political commentator, journalist, and entrepreneur recognized for his active social media presence and advocacy on progressive issues. He co-founded HillReporter and is known for his efforts to challenge misinformation and promote civic discourse.Eric Kaufmann is a prominent political scientist and author whose research focuses on the complex intersections of cultural identity, nationalism, and demographic change. He is widely regarded for his thought-provoking analysis of immigration, populism, and the future of Western societies.Katherine Brodsky is a journalist and writer who has gained acclaim for her insightful interviews and in-depth coverage of the entertainment industry, pop culture, and psychology. Her work often explores the intricacies of storytelling and human behavior, bringing a unique perspective to her subjects.

Wajahat Ali is a New York Times writer, TED Talk Speaker, journalist, and public speaker known for his insights on politics, culture, and religion. He is also the author of "Go Back to Where You Came From" and a prominent advocate for social justice and inclusion.For the Sake of Argument podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfield Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EY Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield

Ollie Anisfeld is the founder of J-TV, a Jewish Education channel which has over 200k followers on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UC1gxxeC0elWutUUmPEr74NA Ollie and Jake Newfield debate whether the Torah was written by God, and also delve into Jewish Ethics, Israel, and Gaza.For the Sake of Argument podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfield Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EY Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield

Mosab Hassan Yousef is the son of the Hamas co-founder. Mosab was a Palestinian militant who fled to Israel in 1997, where he worked as an Israeli spy. Mosab was then considered to be one of Israel's most valuable intel sources on Hamas, and Mosab provided information which allowed Israel to stop dozens of Hamas suicide attacks and prevent the assassinations of many Israelis. Mosab’s efforts also contributed to the incarceration of his father.For the Sake of Argument podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfield Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EY Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfieldTimeline:00:00 - Who is Mosab Hassan, Son of Hamas?05:45 - What was it like growing up in Hamas?11:32 - Is Israel's war in Gaza Justified?18:27 - Will Mosab Hassan become a Leader of Gaza?21:22 - Mosab's Time in Prison27:50 - What is Hamas?33:34 - DEBATE: "Is Islam a religion of peace?"

Katherine Brodsky is a writer, interviewer, and cultural commentator. Her work has been published in Newsweek, WIRED, The Guardian, The Washington Post, Variety, and many other outlets. Katherine is the author of No Apologies: How to Find and Free Your Voice in the Age of Outrage—Lessons for the Silenced Majority.For the Sake of Argument podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfield Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EY Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield

Debunking Conspiracy Theories with Dave Farina (COVID Lab Leak, JFK Assassination, Flat Earth)Dave Farina (www.youtube.com/@UC0cd_-e49hZpWLH3UIwoWRA ) is a science educator with over 3 million subscribers on YouTube. Dave and I discuss the polarization around conspiracy theories involving Trump, COVID lab leak, JFK Assassination, and Flat Earth theory.For the Sake of Argument podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfield Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EY Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfieldTimeline:00:04 - Donald Trump Conspiracy Theories01:57 - Flat Earth Conspiracy Theory04:05 - Why would anyone vote for Trump?07:30 - COVID Lab Leak: Conspiracy or Reality?09:20 - JFK Assassination

Colin Wright is an evolutionary biologist, academic advisor for the Society for Evidence-based Gender Medicine, Founding Editor of Reality's Last Stand, and a fellow at the Manhattan Institute. He writes mainly about science, the biology of sex and sex differences, and gender identity ideology.For the Sake of Argument podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfield Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EY Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfieldTimeline:05:51 - "Are you transphobic?"26:36 - Are Trans Rights a Life-or-Death issue?49:03 - Do Trans People Have Different Brains?

Eric Kaufmann is a political scientist and professor known for his research on demography, nationalism, and cultural identity. Kaufmann has written extensively on topics like white identity politics and the rise of populism. He has written several books on these topics, including Whiteshift and The Rise and Fall of Anglo-America.For the Sake of Argument podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfield Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EY Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield

Michael Shermer is a science writer, historian of science, executive director of The Skeptics Society, and founding publisher of Skeptic magazine, a publication focused on investigating pseudoscientific and supernatural claims.For the Sake of Argument podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfield Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EY Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfieldTimeline:00:06 - Are Aliens Real?13:25 - Is DEI Good or Bad?24:53 - Israel vs Palestine29:34 - Assembly Theory34:02 - The Genocide Debate35:09 - Why are we so polarized?44:31 - Why would you vote for Trump?