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The Future of Ethnicity with Razib Khan
We discuss the potential extinction of ethnic groups, human speciation through space colonization, future gender differences, genetic caste systems, and using selection technology to create gifted ch…
Published on 2 years, 1 month ago
Our Society is Run By a Cult! (Seriously)
A deep dive into the cult-like structure that has spread through academia, media, and other institutions in society. We examine how it separates people from their families, controls narratives, punis…
Published on 2 years, 1 month ago
Hard Mathematical Proof AI Won't Kill Us
An in-depth look at how the Fermi Paradox and the Grabby Alien Hypothesis provide evidence that an AI apocalypse is unlikely. We examine filters to advanced life, terminal utility convergence, and wh…
Published on 2 years, 1 month ago
Does Body Count Really Matter?
Malcolm and Simone have an insightful discussion about how men perceive women's sexual histories and body counts. They talk openly and honestly about the biological and instinctual factors that make …
Published on 2 years, 1 month ago
Romance Novels WTF
A thoughtful discussion about relationships in today's world. We consider how expectations around romance and marriage have changed over time, and the importance of shared purpose within a partnershi…
Published on 2 years, 1 month ago
The Virus! (How Wokeism Kills Organizations)
A discussion about how certain worldviews and ideologies can spread rapidly in today's interconnected world, and how this can lead to polarization when opposing viewpoints clash. We reflect on the im…
Published on 2 years, 1 month ago
Why Don't Jews Own Guns?
We discuss the surprising history behind Jewish gun ownership rates, including how repeated pogroms selected for urban Jews who fled rather than fought back. We explain why an urban, intellectual tra…
Published on 2 years, 1 month ago
Pragmaxxing
Malcolm and Simone discuss the concept of "pragmaxing" - dedicating your life to maximizing a purpose bigger than yourself. They talk about why trying to improve the world, even if you won't experien…
Published on 2 years, 2 months ago
The Dangers of "Pop" Religion (Girl Defined Case Study)
Malcolm and Simone discuss the downfall of the Girl Defined sisters, who preached conservative Christian values but ended up disillusioned and unhappy. They argue this shows the risks of "pop religio…
Published on 2 years, 2 months ago
Robin Hanson's Novel Solution to Low Fertility Rates
Economist Robin Hanson returns to discuss his proposal for increasing fertility rates through financial incentives for parents. He explains how governments could pay parents for having children by is…
Published on 2 years, 2 months ago