Best Peter Boghossian Podcasts (2025)

1
The West Has Descended into Fantasy Politics w/ Philip Pilkington 29:38

Play Pause

4d ago29:38

29:38

“Fantasy politics” is the best descriptor of what we’re currently witnessing in Western political discourse. That phrase is from my interview with author, public intellectual, and Danube Institute fellow Philip Pilkington. Philip has numerous zingers in this interview, like: “Now they’ve created a roach motel in Britain,” “The West is in terminal d…

1
Can We Still Be Optimistic About the Future? | A Conversation with Steven Pinker 1:37:02

1d ago1:37:02

1:37:02

In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins and Steven Pinker explore the frontiers of science, language, morality, artificial intelligence, evolution, and the future of human civilization.Steven Pinker is a Canadian-American cognitive psychologist, psycholinguist, popular science author, and public intellectual. He is an advocate of …

1
Musa al-Gharbi on Different Matters, the origins of woke ideology, symbolic capitalism and the new "woke" elite 1:02:56

4d ago1:02:56

1:02:56

Musa al-Gharbi is an American sociologist. He is an assistant professor in the School of Communication and Journalism at Stony Brook University. Al-Gharbi is the author of the 2024 book We Have Never Been Woke: The Cultural Contradictions of a New Elite, a study of the history and political economy of the knowledge professions from the interwar per…

1
What It Is Like To Debate Jordan Peterson ｜A Conversation with Nihal Arthanayake 1:23:24

9d ago1:23:24

1:23:24

In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins joins Nihal Arthanayake for a compelling conversation in London, EnglandThis episode was filmed as part of Richard Dawkins' tour.Nihal Arthanayake is an acclaimed multi-award winning broadcaster, journalist, podcaster and author. He currently presents the Headliners Podcast on the BBC in the…

1
#88 (Bonus) - Homer's Odyssey 1:12:00

10d ago1:12:00

1:12:00

This week we take a break from our regularly scheduled programming to listen to Ben, Rich, and Cam loutishly pontificate on one of the oldest poems in history. That's right, three fiction noobs take on Homer. Ladies, have you ever wondered what your fella is doing when you're out for the evening? Look no further. The podcast you're listening to is …

1
Gavin Haynes: Words, Wisdom, and Wit 1:06:07

11d ago1:06:07

1:06:07

Gavin Haynes is a good dude. Smart, too. He’s a fellow at the Danube Institute, which is how we met. This is far more of a conversation than an interview. And for the record, every time I’ve been with Gavin he’s used at least three words which are not in my active vocabulary. I love that! We talked about Dominic McKenzie Cummings, the OODA loop, cu…

1
What It Is Like To Debate Jordan Peterson ｜A Conversation with Nihal Arthanayake 1:23:13

15d ago1:23:13

1:23:13

In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins joins Nihal Arthanayake for a compelling conversation in London, EnglandThis episode was filmed as part of Richard Dawkins' tour.Nihal Arthanayake is an acclaimed multi-award winning broadcaster, journalist, podcaster and author. He currently presents the Headliners Podcast on the BBC in the…

1
Clinical Therapy is a Cesspool w/ Naomi Epps Best 1:03:17

22d ago1:03:17

1:03:17

Naomi Epps Best, a whistleblower who blew up the cesspool with a Wall Street Journal OpEd, has splattered the ideological sewage on her colleagues. I invited Best on my show to amplify the discharge. Subscribe for more in-depth conversations: @drpete@drpeterboghossian Follow Naomi Epps Best X: @naomieppsbest Substack: Clinically Incorrect ⸺SUPPORT …

1
Immigration, Islam, and the Battle for Britain's Soul w/ Matt Goodwin 41:20

22d ago41:20

41:20

"London is over. It’s so over." In this Conversation with Peter Boghossian, Peter and UK political commentator and GB News’ Matt Goodwin walk through Budapest while dissecting mass migration’s devastating toll on the UK’s economy, culture, and safety. From free speech clampdowns to integration failures, this raw, fact-driven talk exposes a nation o…

1
Dr Paul Wood on Different Matters, Cowboy, and How to Escape from Prison 1:03:40

23d ago1:03:40

1:03:40

Wood left high school early, associating with drugs and violence, committing crimes to maintain his habit. At 18 years old, he went to prison in Paremoremo Prison for murdering his 42 year old drug dealer, after he attempted to sexually assault Wood. Wood was convicted of murder and served 11 years in prison. Wood's mother passed away three days be…

1
The Death of Liberalism w/ Philip Pilkington 1:02:47

26d ago1:02:47

1:02:47

Is liberalism collapsing under the weight of its contradictions? In this Conversation with Peter Boghossian, Peter sits down with economist and political thinker Philip Pilkington to examine the unraveling of liberalism, not as a policy failure, but as a philosophical dead end. From John Locke’s contract theory to the chaos of contemporary identity…

1
#87 - Gullibility, Belief, and Conformity (with Hugo Mercier) 54:13

30d ago54:13

54:13

Ben and Vaden test their French skills and have Hugo Mercier on the podcast to discuss who we trust and what we believe. Are humans gullible? Do we fall for propaganda and advertising campaigns? Do we follow expert consensus or forge ahead as independent thinkers? Can Vaden go for one episode without bringing up Trump? Hugo Mercier is a research di…

1
Richard Dawkins DESTROYS Creationist Arguments 20:07

30d ago20:07

20:07

In this episode, Richard Dawkins reacts to a compilation of videos featuring arguments about religion, evolution, and science.This is the first video in the new series, Richard Dawkins Reacts, where Richard Dawkins watches clips from the internet ranging from creationist claims to debates on science and faith—and shares his unfiltered thoughts and …

1
Burn Baby Burn: LA’s Fire Department, As the People Willed It 58:56

1M ago58:56

58:56

What if the people shaping public policy are the most deluded among us? In this episode of Conversations with Peter Boghossian, Peter and Dr. Scott Scheall, Associate Professor of Philosophy & Economics at the University of Austin (UATX) dig into what happens when ideology overrides mission. From California’s literal wildfires to the metaphorical o…

1
The Dishonesty of the NYT: Gender Reporting 1:08:08

1M ago1:08:08

1:08:08

Mia Hughes and Peter Boghossian tackle the NYT’s "The Protocol," a six-part podcast that sanitizes the horrors of transgender medicalization and sterilization. They unpack its heavily filtered themes. Mia Hughes, leading expert and critic of The WPATH Files, revealed ghoulish medical abuse in "gender-affirming care" targeting kids, teens, and vulne…

1
Richard Dawkins DESTROYS Creationist Arguments 19:57

1M ago19:57

19:57

Join Substack:https://richarddawkins.substack.com/Subscribe to Poetry of Reality Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmwfdgHA_R9fzr1L0_hxdVwFollow: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richard_dawkins/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RichardDawkinsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RichardDawkinsBooksReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ThePoetryofRe…

1
Why The Selfish Gene Haunts Some Readers | A Conversation with John McWhorter 1:20:31

1M ago1:20:31

1:20:31

In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins joins John McWhorter for a compelling conversation about Richard's latest book, The Genetic Book of the Dead along with a wide array of topics including evolution, genetics, science, and the broader cultural forces that shape our understanding of truth.John McWhorter is a linguist, author, a…

1
The Communism To Woke Pipeline with James Lindsay - The Shape of Dialogue #38 1:27:33

1M ago1:27:33

1:27:33

Critical Race Theory expert Dr. James Lindsay outlines the genealogy of communism and its evolution into woke ideologies. About Dr. James Lindsay An American-born author, mathematician, and professional troublemaker, Dr. James Lindsay has written six books spanning a range of subjects including religion, the philosophy of science and postmodern the…

1
Righteous Hatred: How Ideological Zeal Breeds Jew Hatred 1:37:29

1M ago1:37:29

1:37:29

In this episode of Conversations with Peter Boghossian, Peter speaks with Dr. Howland who traces how historical atrocities resurface in today’s progressive rhetoric. From the psychology behind Nazi youth and post-Holocaust Europe to the ideological alignment between liberal activism and Jew hating narratives, the discussion spans generations of hat…

1
Why The Selfish Gene Haunts Some Readers | A Conversation with John McWhorter 1:20:25

1M ago1:20:25

1:20:25

In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins joins John McWhorter for a compelling conversation about Richard's latest book, The Genetic Book of the Dead along with a wide array of topics including evolution, genetics, science, and the broader cultural forces that shape our understanding of truth.John McWhorter is a linguist, author, a…

1
Detective Sergeant David "Chook" Henwood on Different Matters, Unmasked Monsters and Teina Pora 1:05:45

2M ago1:05:45

1:05:45

David "Chook" Henwood is one of the country's most decorated and respected police officers, who served for 37 years in South Auckland before retiring in 2007. He held the rank of Detective Sergeant and was awarded a record three silver merit awards during his time as an officer. Henwood was an early and, for a time, relatively lone voice in proclai…

1
Knowledge Based Education with Elizabeth Rata - The Shape of Dialogue #37 1:06:42

2M ago1:06:42

1:06:42

Professor Elizabeth Rata is a sociologist of education in the School of Critical Studies, Faculty of Education and Social Work at the University of Auckland where she is Director of the Knowledge in Education Research Unit (KERU). Her main research areas are in knowledge in the curriculum, knowledge politics, ethnic revivalism, Māori education, res…

1
#86 (Reaction) - On Confidence and Evidence: Reacting to Brett Hall and Peter Boghossian (Part 2) 1:20:07

2M ago1:20:07

1:20:07

Go fund me page for Dr. Alaa Al-Najjar Please donate here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-dr-alaa-alnajjar-and-her-family-in-gaza Podcast w/ Dr. Ali Al Najjar https://open.spotify.com/episode/2f6twY40sjd0zwT0Eks3NX Further Reading https://www.thesun.ie/news/15281868/sligo-doctor-ali-al-najjar-nieces-nephew-killed-gaza/ https://www.thejournal.ie/br…

1
Some 'Intellectuals' Make It Sound Deep | A Conversation with Peter Boghossian 1:29:11

2M ago1:29:11

1:29:11

In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins joins Peter Boghossian for a compelling conversation about Richard's latest book, The Genetic Book of the Dead along with a wide array of topics including evolution, genetics, science, and the broader cultural forces that shape our understanding of truth.This episode was filmed as part of Ri…

1
Jonathan Ayling on on Different Matters and free speech 59:53

2M ago59:53

59:53

Jonathan Ayling, Chief Executive of the Free Speech Union (New Zealand) has worked in Wellington for 8 years across roles as a Beehive staffer, senior political advisor, and in the NGO sector. Tune in as controversial writer and podcast host, Damien Grant, interviews a wide selection of interesting and entertaining individuals, authors, business pe…

1
GUARDRAILS for Campus Speech? w/ Dr. Patrick Gray 59:00

2M ago59:00

59:00

I had a fascinating conversation with Dr. Patrick Gray, Dean of the Center for Arts and Letters and Professor of Literature at the University of Austin (UATX). We spoke about issues of free speech as they pertain to college campuses. Patrick brings a nuanced perspective: He’s a defender of free speech but insists it needs guardrails. Patrick argues…

1
Beyond the Melting Pot: Rethinking Diversity, Tolerance, and Identity w/ Harry Saul Markham 1:08:27

2M ago1:08:27

1:08:27

Harry Saul Markham, a 25-year-old recent graduate of University College London (UCL), takes a keen interest in addressing threats to democracy, social cohesion, and the rights of minorities. In his roles as a Junior Research Fellow at the Institute for the Study of Global Antisemitism and Policy and an Advisory Board member of Academics for Academi…

1
Is Trump Tearing the U.S. Apart? w/ David Pakman 1:13:02

2M ago1:13:02

1:13:02

I spoke with US commentator and author David Pakman, host of the wildly popular progressive YouTube channel, The David Pakman Show. David just published a new book, "The Echo Machine: How Right-Wing Extremism Created a Post-Truth America". It’s extraordinarily rare for a left-leaning figure to accept my invitation to come on the show and have a con…

1
Some 'Intellectuals' Make It Sound Deep | A Conversation with Peter Boghossian 1:29:05

2M ago1:29:05

1:29:05

In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins joins Peter Boghossian for a compelling conversation about Richard's latest book, The Genetic Book of the Dead along with a wide array of topics including evolution, genetics, science, and the broader cultural forces that shape our understanding of truth.This episode was filmed as part of Ri…

1
Why i Care About the Existence of God | A Conversation with Michael Shermer 1:34:12

2M ago1:34:12

1:34:12

In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins joins Michael Shermer for a compelling conversation about Richard's latest book, The Genetic Book of the Dead along with a wide array of topics including evolution, genetics, science, and the broader cultural forces that shape our understanding of truth.This episode was filmed at as part of …

1
Is Europe DYING? A Deep Dive into the Continent's Future with Dutch sociologist Dr. Eric Hendriks 1:06:34

2M ago1:06:34

1:06:34

In a candid conversation with Dutch sociologist Dr. Eric Hendriks, we dive into the geopolitical currents shaping Europe, America, and China. From Europe’s identity crisis to the specter of a U.S.-China conflict, we wrestle with questions about immigration, power, and morality in a world in which the US is no longer the global hegemon. Watch this e…

1
Science 101: Evidence vs Belief with Kendall Clements - The Shape of Dialogue #36 1:22:42

2M ago1:22:42

1:22:42

About Kendall Clements https://profiles.auckland.ac.nz/k-clements Mātauranga Māori Mātauranga Māori with Charles Royal - The Shape of Dialogue Podcast #15 For more on Science & Mātauranga Māori see the following playlist Science & Mātauranga Māori PlaylistBy Michael Goldwater

1
Is New Atheism Losing? | A Conversation with Matt Ridley 1:30:30

2M ago1:30:30

1:30:30

In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins joins Matt Ridley for an insightful conversation touching on evolution, genetics, science, and culture. Matt Ridley is a science writer and journalist whose work spans evolutionary biology, economics, and the role of innovation in human progress.Join Substack:https://richarddawkins.substack.…

1
Is Political Correctness Hiding Islam's True Face? w/ Raymond Ibrahim 26:07

2M ago26:07

26:07

In Budapest, US scholar Raymond Ibrahim and I hit the streets to confront the growing problem of Muslim immigration in Western countries and the cowardice of our leaders to be honest about the nature of the problems this creates. It is often claimed that Muslims and Christians have coexisted peacefully for centuries. Raymond dismantles this myth, t…

1
ChatGPT Passed the Turing test, but… | A Conversation with Brian Keating 1:32:13

2M ago1:32:13

1:32:13

In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins joins Brian Keating for an insightful conversation touching on evolution, genetics, science, and culture. They explore Richard's latest book, The Genetic Book of the Dead along with a wide array of topics including AI, the extended phenotype, evolution, the possibility of alien life followed…

1
Will the Supreme Court Gender Case Victors Get The Apologies They Deserve? 6:23

2M ago6:23

6:23

This article was published by the Spectator on the 17th of April 2025, with the title “Will the Supreme Court gender case victors get the apologies they deserve?By Richard Dawkins

1
Why Dawkins Is WRONG: The Universe Is NOT Queerer Than We Can Suppose w/ Brett Hall 30:50

2M ago30:50

30:50

I sat down with Australian science educator Brett Hall to tackle the claim: The universe is “queerer than we can suppose.” This idea stems from British scientist J.B.S. Haldane, who wrote in his 1927 book Possible Worlds and Other Essays, “The universe is not only queerer than we suppose, but queerer than we can suppose.” Haldane was struck by real…

1
Are We Doomed To Repeat History with the Trans Movement? W/ Brett Hall & Mia Hughes 1:12:07

2M ago1:12:07

1:12:07

Every month, I host a virtual hangout for my Paid Substack Subscribers (Join now and join us for the next one! https://boghossian.substack.com). In February, I was joined by Mia Hughes and Brett Hall to tackle delusional transgender ideology. My subscribers brought thoughtful questions that cut to the heart of the issue: The concept of gender, the …

1
Katharine Birbalsingh & Ian Row DISMANTLE Low Expectations in Education 1:28:04

2M ago1:28:04

1:28:04

Ian Rowe, founder of Vertex Partnerships Academy and Katharine Birbalsingh, headmistress of Michaela Community School in England, and I had a fireside chat. Ian and Katherine are pioneers in education, building schools that should be models for all to emulate. Their approach is grounded in timeless virtues: resilience, courage, justice, temperance,…

1
#85 (Reaction) - On Confidence and Evidence: Reacting to Brett Hall and Peter Boghossian (Part 1) 1:49:48

2M ago1:49:48

1:49:48

We all knew that Vaden would release his inner Youtube debate bro at some point. Well he finally paid Ben enough to do it, and here we are: our first reaction video. Today we're commenting on the video What's the most rational way to know?, a discussion between Brett Hall and Peter Boghossian on the relationship between confidence and evidence. Are…

1
ChatGPT Passed the Turing test, but… | A Conversation with Brian Keating 1:32:03

2M ago1:32:03

1:32:03

In this episode of The Poetry of Reality, Richard Dawkins joins Brian Keating for an insightful conversation touching on evolution, genetics, science, and culture. They explore Richard's latest book, The Genetic Book of the Dead along with a wide array of topics including AI, the extended phenotype, evolution, the possibility of alien life followed…

1
Can Beauty Be Measured? w/ Robert McKenzie 1:02:10

3M ago1:02:10

1:02:10

Is it possible to objectively assess the value of art? Robert Mckenzie, an expert with the Cayre Art Group, says yes. In our lively discussion, we explored whether art’s worth can be quantified, diving into the objectivity of valuation, the art-buying process, and what makes a piece “good.” Does your perception of a work need to align with the arti…