Podcast Episodes

Nassim Taleb's Anti-IQ Article Deconstructed (Yes, IQ Matters)

Malcolm and Simone do an in-depth analysis and critique of Nassim Taleb's controversial article "IQ is largely a pseudoscientific swindle". They break down his motivations, concessions, rhetorical ta…

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago

Cyberpunk Demonstrates Pro-Natalists are Right

Malcolm and Simone have a fun, meandering discussion about how science fiction narratives can reveal deeper truths about the future when they engage seriously with topics like demographics and AI. Th…

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago

The Left Eats Itself? Woke Culture's Internal Struggles (With Bryan Caplan)

Description: Economist Bryan Caplan joins Simone to discuss fascinating dynamics within left-wing culture. They analyze how progressive groups enforce rigid conformity, leading to constant internal c…

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago

Trans People are Canonically Magical!

Malcolm and Simone have an in-depth discussion analyzing the rapid rise in transgender individuals. They review and debate various theories like endocrine disruptors, social contagion, female puberty…

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago

A Discussion of Anime Tropes (& Anime More Generally)

Malcolm and Simone have a thought-provoking discussion analyzing some of the most common anime tropes and what they reveal about Japanese culture and desires. They explore the prevalence of high scho…

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago

Andrew Tate: Our Thoughts

Malcolm and Simone have an in-depth discussion about the controversial internet personality Andrew Tate. They analyze his worldview, intelligence, backstory, masculinity, cultural influences, differe…

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago

All Grandeur Begins With Delusions of Grandeur

In this introspective discussion, Malcolm and Simone dive deep into what it means to find success, meaning, and responsibility as an individual in the context of society. They touch on the dangers of…

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago

Meet The VC Who Invests In High Schoolers

Michael Gibson shares insights on identifying extraordinary talent in young people from investing in them early via his VC fund 1517.

He explains how classic predictors like test scores fail to captur…

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago

Richard Hanania on the Legal Origins of Woke Culture

We are joined by author Richard Hanania to discuss his controversial new book "The Origins of Woke." Richard argues that modern woke ideology stems directly from changes to civil rights law in the 60…

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago

Do We Have a Real Relationship?

Malcolm and Simone have an insightful debate about why some celebrities seem to genuinely enjoy interacting with fans, while others recoil. Malcolm argues niche internet stars are more likely to be t…

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago