Podcast Episodes

Trauma is Always Self Inflicted

In this insightful episode, Malcolm and Simone discuss new research showing childhood trauma is caused more by one's perception of events than the events themselves. People with verified abuse who do…

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Why Racism is Ethno-Socialism

Malcolm argues racism applies group differences to individuals, while true evil legally encodes it. This prevents inter-generational competition essential for progress. He explains racism’s similarit…

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Will New City-States Replace Nations?

We interview Patrick Friedman, a leading thinker on competitive governance, about his vision for decentralized societies. He explains the charter city model as a way to "upgrade" existing nations by …

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago

Why You Can't Take the Middle Ground in Politics Anymore

Malcolm and Simone discuss how political polarization makes it impossible to take a neutral stance today. Malcolm argues progressives force moderates into extremism by demanding endless concessions. …

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What is a Woman?

Malcolm and Simone debate how to define "woman" after he's asked in a trans community. Simone says it's whoever you perceive as female. Malcolm argues it's a social construct dependent on culture. He…

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago

Our Plausible Cryptid Tier List - Bigfoot, Ghosts, Aliens, and More!

Hello friends! In this fun video, Malcolm and Simone go through their personal tier list for how plausible they find various cryptids and paranormal phenomena. They logically break down why they find…

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago

Malcolm Got in a Heated Argument with Eliezer Yudkowsky at a Party (Recounting an AI Safety Debate)

Malcolm recounts a heated debate with AI theorist Eliezer Yudkowsky on AI safety. He explains his belief that subsystems in an advanced AI would converge on the same utility function, while Yudkowsky…

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago

Michael Gibson on The End of Academia and What's Next

Michael Gibson joins to discuss his book Paper Belt on Fire, which chronicles his work with Peter Thiel's fellowship program investing in young talent.

He explains how old institutions like academia a…

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago

Why Did Fashion Stop Changing?

Malcolm and Simone have an insightful discussion about why fashion has changed so little since the 1990s, unlike the dramatic shifts seen in previous decades.

Simone argues this stagnation stems from …

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What Does Paradise Look Like?

Malcolm and Simone have a thoughtful discussion about the meaning of utopia, examining why abundance, luxury, and leisure often fail to bring lasting happiness. They reflect on wealthy people they kn…

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago