#57 - Would The World Be Better Off With...

Amid deep political division and ahead of the midterms, what does good citizenship require? In his new book, “Live Like a Citizen,” Citizen University’s Eric Liu argues that democracy depends on citizenship as an everyday practice — learning to listen, participate, disagree, chan ... Show More

Social Security has long been a cornerstone of American retirement, but as the trust fund grows closer to depletion by 2032, should the system be repaired or replaced with new standards? Those advocating for phasing it out argue its unsuitability for the modern economy and should ... Show More

The U.S. and Saudi Arabia have signed a civil nuclear cooperation agreement that supporters say could strengthen ties, advance normalization, and give Washington greater influence over the kingdom’s nuclear ambitions. Critics warn that without stronger restrictions on uranium enr ... Show More

A few reflections on religion following The Free Press debate in Austin, TX on February 27, 2025. Michael Shermer and Adam Carolla (atheists) faced off against Ayaan Hirsi Ali and Ross Douthat (Christians). You can watch the debate here: https://www.thefp.com/p/watch-does-the-wes ... Show More

Presidential hopefuls debate, Trump talks to Tucker, and Daniel shares what’s weird. For show notes and more, click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

Discussion programme in which guests from different faith and non-faith perspectives debate the challenges of today's world. 

Jordan Peterson and Ben Shapiro join Dave for a discussion about religion, trans activism, censorship, the IDW, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 

For centuries, scientists have grappled with the most fundamental question of them all - what is reality? Is it a matter of common sense? Or can God or some higher being only know? And what was there before the Big Bang created the world we live in? Einstein revolutionised our wa ... Show More

Amid the tensions and debate over US support for Israel’s war with Iran, many public figures have invoked religion. As the first bombs struck Tehran last week, “Pray for Israel” was trending on social media, bolstered by scores of the lawmakers who actually want the war to escala ... Show More

Donald Trump says it is time for Republicans to dump the filibuster before Democrats do it for them. Andrew, Blake, and listeners debate whether this is a wise path forward. Plus, Yael Eckstein of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews weighs in on the continued valu ... Show More

A chat about spirituality, religion, and philosophy.  

This is not a debate of religion vs. secularism. This is a debate about where and how the values in life are found, produced, and experienced. Some would argue that atheism has gone too far and there needs to be some point of unity to rally a sense of community around - what will ... Show More