Best Freedomain Podcasts (2025)

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5932 Grandparent Slaughter Destroyed My Father!?! Freedomain Call In 2:55:43

3h ago2:55:43

2:55:43

Dear Stefan, I have been listening to you content for sometime now, and would like to express immense gratitude to you for your insight and work on self knowledge, parenting, and philosophy. All your call-in shows provides unbelievable value and helped me with both the reason and courage to confronted my childhood. Your skills in weigh through all …

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5931 SHOW REVIEW: ADOLESCENCE 1:15:01

15h ago1:15:01

1:15:01

Wednesday Night Live 23 April 2025 In this episode, I discuss my recent health challenges and their impact on my content creation. I share trivia about aviation pioneers from Ohio, reminisce about classic sitcoms, and present surprising statistics on public perceptions of historical events. The main focus is the COVID-19 pandemic's implications on …

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5930 I Haven't Spoken With My Daughter for SIX YEARS! Freedomain Call In 2:01:37

8h ago2:01:37

2:01:37

In this episode, host Stefan speaks with a caller struggling with estrangement from his oldest daughter amid a complicated family history. The caller recounts emotional turmoil during her wedding when she requested both him and her stepfather to walk her down the aisle, deepening their rift. He reflects on his decision to avoid speaking negatively …

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5929 STOP BEING CONFUSING! 41:34

1d ago41:34

41:34

If the neural weights of our values neurons is randomly initialized as by neural network back propagation does that mean we can get an ought from an is and that that is basically randomness from the total universe’s electromagnetic smog? If you could go back in your life to when you were 17 and left school, what would you differently and why? If we…

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5928 HELP I TORTURED MY SISTER! Freedomain Call In 2:34:44

2d ago2:34:44

2:34:44

How to emerge from 10 years of isolation and cross the desert Topic Detail: Hi Stefan, I'm a 31 year old man who's recently found the show (in October). Philosophy has taken a fire to my heart. I have been ravenously devouring your books and call-in shows and podcasts in the past months. I am emerging from a very long period of isolation, and I nee…

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5927 How to Judge Experts 1:11:00

3d ago1:11:00

1:11:00

Sunday Morning Live 20 April 2025 In this episode, I discuss the importance of establishing explicit agreements in relationships to prevent conflicts from unspoken expectations. By exploring various scenarios, I highlight how unclear boundaries can lead to emotional manipulation. I reflect on modern dating challenges and the influence of socio-econ…

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5926 Surviving a Single Mom! 32:17

4d ago32:17

32:17

"Hello Stef, You've spoken about the challenges faced by the single sons of single mothers. Would you please elaborate on the challenges they face, their mental/emotional blind spots and handicaps, and how to best navigate and understand the struggles they may not even know they have? Many thanks in advance." GET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', T…

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5925 WHEN THE LIES GET TOO BIG! 1:06:33

5d ago1:06:33

1:06:33

Friday Night Live 18 April 2025 In this episode, I explore the intersection of philosophy and contemporary societal issues, addressing political rights, the historical context of voting struggles, and the importance of storytelling in shaping societal narratives. We discuss current events, including the lab leak theory related to COVID-19 and risin…

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5924 JUST WAR THEORY! 1:18:02

6d ago1:18:02

1:18:02

Wednesday Night Live 16 April 2025 In this episode, we analyze the political economy of autism through Toby Rogers' insights, linking rising prevalence rates to environmental factors, as noted by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. We highlight alarming global statistics, the staggering economic costs of autism spectrum disorder, and the lack of government actio…

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5923 How Can I Help My Disabled Brother? Freedomain Call In 1:56:38

9d ago1:56:38

1:56:38

First call: https://fdrpodcasts.com/5522/my-girlfriend-summons-me-to-sin-freedomain-call-in In this episode, I converse with a caller who shares his journey of self-discovery following a breakup. He discusses moving back in with family while pursuing an accreditation and the emotional complexities of caring for his brother with spinal muscular atro…

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5922 The Dangers of Empathy! Locals Questions Answered 27:35

10d ago27:35

27:35

In this episode, I examine family dynamics, trust, and the need for honesty, addressing a listener's question about betrayal involving a fiancé and a cousin. I discuss the difference between superficial peace and genuine resolution, highlighting how open communication is vital. Personal experiences with censorship illustrate the dangers of silencin…

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5921 MY HUSBAND KEEPS NUDES OF HIS EX! Freedomain Call In 2:43:27

11d ago2:43:27

2:43:27

In this episode, I speak with a caller navigating feelings of inadequacy and jealousy in her early marriage due to her husband's tumultuous sexual history. We explore the impact of her Catholic upbringing, their rapid relationship progression, and how these factors contribute to emotional turmoil and intimacy issues. I emphasize the importance of o…

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5920 How to Reason! 6:42

12d ago6:42

6:42

Did you live in Budapest at one point? How to deal with enormous moral failure Definitions. Please teach us how to build good definitions. I miss your content brother What have you been doing and will you start making videos again. Do Spotify podcasts like then old days on youtube Will you shave your head for 4b movement ? What do you think is the …

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5919 Is She the ONE? 51:07

13d ago51:07

51:07

Sunday Morning Live 13 April 2025 In this episode, I explore the philosophy of self-defense in light of a recent stabbing incident involving a teenager, discussing Texas laws and the concept of "reasonable force." I highlight the tragic implications of such events on youth and the importance of personal safety strategies. The conversation shifts to…

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5918 I HATE HAPPY COUPLES! Freedomain Call In 2:17:13

14d ago2:17:13

2:17:13

Hi Stef, I called in ~6 months ago. I was not doing very well, with me losing my first employment and the "business" I was a part of not doing very well. You gave some direction about sticking with my at-the-time mentor to establish a new career, but I can say that when I called you was definitely not only a bad time, but also quite ineffective, gi…

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5917 Rogan Smith Murray Debate! 1:23:33

15d ago1:23:33

1:23:33

11 April 2025 Friday Night Live Watch the first 20 minutes of the debate being analysed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ah6kirkSwTg&t=20s DOUGLAS MURRAY DAVE SMITH JOE ROGAN Expertise: If you freeform for 2 hours on US foreign policy, you are implicitly communicating expertise. I don't know much about Armenian history, so I can't do 2 hours, …

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5916 Judging Overweight People? 25:40

15d ago25:40

25:40

This lecture examines societal perceptions of obesity, focusing on moral judgments and individual choice. The speaker discusses the complexities of criticizing overweight individuals, particularly those with medical conditions, and how exceptions complicate accountability and dialogue. Using a predator-prey analogy, the talk illustrates the destabi…

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5915 Most Scientists Want to FLEE! 1:12:33

16d ago1:12:33

1:12:33

9 April 2025 Wednesday Night Live This episode features a lively Wednesday night discussion, inviting listener engagement on diverse topics. The host highlights a troubling survey revealing that 75% of U.S. scientists may leave the country due to changes in federal research policies, exploring the implications for the scientific community and publi…

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5914 MY BROTHER ALMOST KILLED ME! Freedomain Call In 2:40:05

17d ago2:40:05

2:40:05

Dear Stef, I need your help. I've been a long time listener and sought out therapy as soon as I turned 18. Between then and now I have made very limited progress chipping away at my armor and processing my childhood. I'm panicking at how long its taking when I want to cross the desert, meet a virtuous woman and maketh the babies. I think biggest hu…

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5913 Do NOT F%ck with Determinism! 37:39

18d ago37:39

37:39

How to understand and deal with anxiety of women? Hey Stefan Hope all is well Have you and your daughter been on any adventures? Father daughter memories? What’s something you’d like to experience with your family while you’re here in this life together ? Are you allowed in New Zealand?! It would be nice to make a series on the Examination of the m…

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5912 NO SEX FOR MONTHS! Freedomain Call In 2:46:52

19d ago2:46:52

2:46:52

In this conversation, Stefan discusses marital challenges with a caller and his wife, Alice, centered around parenting three young children. The couple struggles with disconnection and resentment, particularly concerning physical intimacy since the birth of their twins. Alice shares her anxiety stemming from a difficult upbringing, while the caller…

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5911 You Should be Making $300 per HOUR! 53:17

20d ago53:17

53:17

Sunday Morning Live 6 April 2025 In this episode, I navigate a wide array of engaging topics, including the evolving economic landscape influenced by the pandemic and geopolitical shifts. I examine the role of Bitcoin as a refuge during economic instability and delve into the complexities surrounding gender identity and social constructs, addressin…

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5910 Fighting Back Against Lies! 1:09:01

21d ago1:09:01

1:09:01

Friday Night Live 4 April 2025 In this episode, I critically analyze the Stanford Prison Experiment in light of Thibaut Le Texier's recent book and Russell T. Warne's critique, which questions the experiment's integrity and ethical violations. I challenge the notion of an inherent capacity for cruelty within humans, advocating for a more hopeful pe…

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5909 On Women! Stefan Molyneux vs ChatGPT! 50:22

22d ago50:22

50:22

Dear Stef I was recently having some fun with ChatGPT and I was asking it if various historical figures such as Kant, Schopenhauer and Churchill are sexist to which it replied ‘Yes’. I then asked it ‘Is Stefan Molyneux sexist?’ to which it replied (quoting): ‘Yes, Stefan Molyneux, a controversial figure known for his online videos and advocacy of v…

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5908 DO LIARS SUFFER? 55:51

23d ago55:51

55:51

Wednesday Night Live 2 April 2025 This episode covers socio-economic issues, focusing on tariffs and trade barriers, while tackling listener questions. I analyze G20 tariff rates, the implications for America's trade position, and the market response to tariff announcements. We also discuss ideological motivations behind tariff beliefs and the disp…

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David Hume - History of Philosophers PART 22 1:06:08

2y ago1:06:08

1:06:08

My nemesis arrives!

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GEORGE BERKELEY - History of Philosophers PART 21 1:08:25

2y ago1:08:25

1:08:25

The war against reality!

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HISTORY OF PHILOSOPHERS PART 20 51:15

2y ago51:15

51:15

THE THREE SCHOOLS OF THOUGHT AND THEIR TRUE ORIGINS We're back baby! Let me know what you think!

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BARUCH SPINOZA - History Of Philosophers Part 19 1:38:15

2+ y ago1:38:15

1:38:15

Baruch Spinoza and the reality of God!

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JOHN LOCKE - History of Philosophers Part 18 2:02:18

2+ y ago2:02:18

2:02:18

John Locke defends kids!

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HISTORY OF PHILOSOPHERS PART 17 57:28

2+ y ago57:28

57:28

WHY I LOATHE THIS SERIES! After I finished Blaise Pascal, I felt a near-bottomless boredom, rage and contempt for my entire series on the history of philosophers. Join me in an epic rant as I work out the source of my anger! In other words, sometimes I do a call-in show with myself... Do NOT try to all asleep to this!…

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BLAISE PASCAL - History of Philosophers Part 16 1:00:22

2+ y ago1:00:22

1:00:22

Blaise Pascal and dicing for God!

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RENÉ DESCARTES - History of Philosophers Part 15 1:21:29

2+ y ago1:21:29

1:21:29

Welcome to the mental hell-scape of the father of modern philosophy! How the perversion of science leads to moral madness...

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THOMAS HOBBES - History of Philosophers Part 14 1:16:58

2+ y ago1:16:58

1:16:58

If people stop believing in the Divine Right of Kings, how do you get them to keep obeying the State? Enter Thomas Hobbes, champion of slave-on-slave violence!

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FRANCIS BACON - History of Philosophers Part 13 1:31:02

2+ y ago1:31:02

1:31:02

One of my personal heroes, and arguably the greatest benefactors of mankind to have ever drawn breath!

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WILLIAM OF OCKHAM - History of Philosophers Part 12 23:34

2+ y ago23:34

23:34

William of Ockham and the simple path to truth!

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THOMAS AQUINAS - History of Philosophers Part 11 1:04:05

2+ y ago1:04:05

1:04:05

THOMAS AQUINAS and the 5 PROOFS FOR GOD!

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THE STORY SO FAR! The History of Philosophers Part 10... 1:00:27

2+ y ago1:00:27

1:00:27

How far we have come from prehistory...

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ANSELM - History of Philosophers Part 9 1:06:52

2+ y ago1:06:52

1:06:52

The great - and subtle - ontological proof for God!

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AUGUSTINE - History of Philosophers Part 8 45:15

2+ y ago45:15

45:15

The Problem of Evil... or How Christ Takes Down Plato!

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ARISTOTLE - History of Philosophers Part 7 55:00

2+ y ago55:00

55:00

The greatest - and most disappointing - of the ancient Greek philosophers...

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PLATO - History of Philosophers Part 6 58:50

2+ y ago58:50

58:50

Some lies burn the entire world to ash...

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SOCRATES - History of Philosophers Part 5 1:09:25

2+ y ago1:09:25

1:09:25

Every philosopher has to confront his intellectual father - how did I do?

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ZENO - History of Philosophers Part 4 56:26

2+ y ago56:26

56:26

I was first given Zeno's question about motion when I was 14...

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THE PRE-SOCRATICS AND PARMENIDES - History of Philosophers Part 3 58:25

2+ y ago58:25

58:25

THE POWER OF MADNESS! The pre-Socratics and Parmenides

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CONFUCIUS - History of Philosophers Part 2 47:39

2+ y ago47:39

47:39

The second in my series on the history of famous philosophers - let me know what you think!

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THE BUDDHA - The History of Philosophers Part 1 38:07

2+ y ago38:07

38:07

The start of my series on the history of famous philosophers, starting with the Buddha - let me know what you think!

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The Future - Prologue 9:28

3y ago9:28

9:28

A novel by Stefan Molyneux www.freedomain.com/donate

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4999 A JAMAICAN WOMAN TRAPPED IN JAPAN! Freedomain Call In 1:39:42

3y ago1:39:42

1:39:42

Dear Stefan, I wanted to reach out to you as I feel like I am ready to move past my childhood trauma and you are probably the only person that I feel can understand. I do not believe in therapy, and I would like to talk about my childhood trauma and want to figure out how to let go of that memory, I feel isolated and alone and unsure of how to move…