Subversive w/Alex Kaschuta
By Alexandra Kaschuta
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Steve Hsu - AI Arms Race: China & US
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The story about AI in the West is escalating —breakthrough after breakthrough, each more hyped than the last. But across the globe, China works in parallel, under different politics, with different intentions. Today, I'm speaking with Steve Hsu about this mysterious counterpart in the AI race. How real is America's technological edge? Is China's authoritarian approach hampering innovation or accelerating it? As Western researchers obsess over the AGI apocalypse, are their Chinese counterparts free from such existential handwringing?
Steve Hsu is a physicist, an academic serial deep tech founder - Genomic Prediction, Othram, and SuperFocus - and a 21st-century Rennaisance man. You can find him on X @hsu_steve and Substack: https://stevehsu.substack.com/
Chapters
00:00 The State of AI in China vs. the West
04:52 Cultural Perspectives on AI Ethics
07:48 The Nature of AI and Superintelligence
11:28 Collaboration and Competition in AI Research
19:15 The Future of Quantum Computing and AI
24:57 The Potential for Global AI Hegemony
30:02 Human Adaptation to AI Technology
34:33 Navigating the Trough of Technology and Mental Health
35:44 Generational Perspectives on Technology and Parenting
39:52 AI Innovations in Child Development
43:01 Fertility Crisis: Global Implications and Trends
47:56 Cultural Shifts and Modern Relationships
51:46 Parenting in a Changing World
59:03 Underrated Thinkers and Their Impact
Prester John Andrews - Between Bugmen and Theorycels
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In today's conversation, I sit down with Prester John Andrews, whose journey from professional kitchens to the digital frontier offers a rare lens into America's shifting cultural landscape. A writer of remarkable clarity, Prester traverses the territory between theoretical abstractions and lived experience, having inhabited both leftist organizing spaces and traditional institutions. His work excavates the paradoxes of modern masculinity and examines the subtle tyranny of online political discourse. What emerges is a meditation on finding authentic meaning in an age where digital rage threatens to eclipse tangible action and where the path between radical theory and practical wisdom grows increasingly narrow.
Prester John Andrews is a writer, commentator, and podcast host on Substack. Dispatches From The Golden Horde
Chapters
00:00 Exploring Modern Masculinity and the Bug Man Meme
04:39 Navigating Online Spaces and Tribalism
10:20 Political Awakening and Ideological Shifts
16:27 The Impact of Technology on Global Politics
21:42 Cultural Influence of American Ideology
27:07 The Future of Political Change and Ideological Framing
37:02 Navigating a Multipolar World
39:56 The Shifting Ideological Landscape
44:34 Cultural Aspirations and American Influence
51:10 Masculinity in Modern Society
01:01:32 Engagement Beyond Ideology
Jonathan Anomaly - Enlightened Tribalism
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While our liberal elites keep preaching about "global citizenship" and "universal values," the West's foundations are crumbling beneath our feet. Low birth rates, eroded social cohesion, and a loss of cultural confidence – these seem to be the fruits of radical individualism and unthinking cosmopolitanism.
Today, I'm joined by Jonathan Anomaly to explore a compelling alternative: enlightened tribalism. We'll discuss why the conservative instinct to preserve distinct cultures and communities isn't just natural – it might be essential for civilization's survival. Jonathan brings both philosophical rigor and entrepreneurial insight to explain why some form of tribalism isn't just inevitable, it's desirable.
From the failures of liberal democracy to the promise of reproductive technology, we cover the uncomfortable truths that mainstream discourse refuses to acknowledge. This is a conversation about saving Western civilization by embracing, rather than denying, human nature.
Jonathan Anomaly is an academic, a writer, and author of Creating Future People: The Ethics of Genetic Enhancement. He is also a partner in a yet-to-be-disclosed venture in the reproductive technology space, which will undoubtedly be interesting to observe once it becomes public.
The papers we reference are:Enlightened TribalismandCan Liberalism Last?
Chapters
00:00Understanding Enlightened Tribalism
06:00Defining Tribalism and Its Implications
11:56The Layers of Enlightenment in Tribalism
15:58Democracy and Enlightened Tribalism
24:04The Future of Tribalism in a Fragmented World
26:45Reproductive Technology and the Future of Liberalism
34:24Prolonging Fertility and Family Dynamics
37:00The Role of Tribalism in Society
40:20The Impact of Western Influence on Developing Countries
43:34Cultural Aspirations and Economic Dependencies
46:19Navigating Liberalism and Tribalism
51:11Reflections on Western Civilization and Future Directions
55:06Recommended Thinkers and Closing Thoughts
Hunter Ash - Evolution Eats Everything
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We chat about the complexities of reactionary thought, the influence of Nick Land, and the evolution of personal beliefs from progressivism to a more reactionary stance. We explore the implications of free speech in the digital age, group identity versus universalism dynamics, and the challenges surrounding immigration policies, particularly H1B visas. We also talk about the evolutionary case against charity and the bizarre political situation Romania is currently facing.
Hunter Ash is a writer and X poster. You can find his work on his X profile at @ArtemisConsort.
Chapters
00:00 Exploring Reactionary Thought and Nick Land's Influence
06:35 The Evolutionary Lens: Understanding Society and Culture
12:36 The Impact of Free Speech and Information Variance
18:25 Navigating Group Identity and Universalism
24:55 H1B Visas: Balancing Immigration and American Interests
34:42 Cultural Perspectives on Immigration
40:11 Charity and Its Implications
48:36 The Role of Local Solutions in Charity
56:07 Political Dynamics in Romania
Mark Nelson - The Nuclear Option
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We chat about the legitimate criticisms of nuclear energy: non-issues, real problems that can be seen as positives, and genuine challenges that cannot be quickly resolved.
We also discuss the public perception of nuclear energy, particularly the influence of memes and cultural narratives, and the complexities and challenges of building nuclear power plants, highlighting the potential benefits despite the hurdles.
Mark Nelson is the founder of radiantenergygroup.com, an energy consultancy providing leaders with the data-driven insights and roadmaps they need to bring about a low-carbon, high-energy future.
You can also find him on X.com at @energybants
Chapters
00:00 Critiquing Nuclear Energy: A Balanced Perspective
11:26 The Meme of Nuclear Energy: Perception vs. Reality
27:39 Building Nuclear Power: Challenges and Opportunities
32:46 Financing Nuclear Energy Projects
34:11 The Viability of Nuclear Energy
35:36 Nuclear vs. Renewable Energy
39:09 Challenges of Solar Energy in Europe
39:59 Political Implications of Energy Policy
42:37 Hydro Energy and Its Role
44:39 Left-Wing Perspectives on Nuclear Energy
50:21 Cynicism in Anti-Nuclear Sentiments
54:05 Underrated Thinkers
JayMan - Reflections on over a decade of HBD
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JayMan is a pseudonymous blogger: unz.com/author/jayman/ and can be found on X.com @JayMan471
Chapters
00:00 The Evolution of Human Biodiversity Discourse
04:00 The Impact of HBD on Society
08:01 Understanding Averages and Cognitive Stratification
09:50 Social Mobility and Assortative Mating
13:58 The Future of Genetic Technologies
17:51 Cultural Perspectives on Fertility Technologies
21:54 The Role of Scientific Discovery in Progress
29:02 The Economic Viability of Society
30:42 Immigration and Integration Challenges
32:52 Experiencing Dystopia: A Personal Account
36:43 The Rise of Woke Culture and Backlash
40:20 The Right's Response to Woke Culture
44:57 The Future of Immigration Policy
49:50 Global Voices and Cultural Shifts
CHH (@CartoonsHateHer) - Village Wanted, Villagers Not Included
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In this chat, we explore the complexities of modern parenting, the longing for a supportive village, the difficulties of navigating parenting norms, and the importance of creativity and play in child development. We also talk about the rise of online experts, the grift in wellness and parenting advice, the allure of biohacking, the romanticization of traditional values, and the challenges of navigating dating advice in a crowded space.
Cartoons Hate Her is a mom, writer, very online commentator, comedienne, and Trump impersonator. You can find her on X at https://x.com/CartoonsHateHer, and you can find all her excellent work here: www.cartoonshateher.com
Chapters
00:00 The Need for Community in Parenting
05:10 Navigating Modern Parenting Challenges
09:48 Creativity and Play in Child Development
14:57 The Impact of Parenting Norms on Family Life
19:56 The Evolution of Childhood Experiences
24:57 The Role of Validation in Parenting
29:50 Finding Balance in Parenting
36:09 Navigating New Experiences Alone
36:33 The Rise of Online Experts
37:31 The Grift in Wellness and Parenting
39:28 The Illusion of Hormone Specialists
40:43 Diet as a Path to Purity
41:50 The Cycle of Self-Improvement
42:54 Biohacking and Modern Rituals
44:00 The Aesthetic of Home and Work
46:28 The Challenge of Political Engagement
48:03 Navigating the Crowded Dating Advice Space
49:56 The Search for Validation in Modern Life
01:01:17 Romanticizing the Past vs. Modern Luxuries
01:02:30 Recommendations for Underrated Thinkers
Dmitry - Cthulhu Keeps Swimming Left
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We discuss biofoundationalism, exploring how biological traits influence political beliefs and behaviors. We chat about the dynamics of self-interest in political stances, the equilibrium of societal structures, and the implications of the fact that people have better things to do than have kids. We also speak about Elon Musk, examining how his understanding of power transcends language, his communication style, government efficiency, the politics of redistribution, the role of moral foundations in policy-making, the dynamics of globalization and economic growth, and much more. Dmitry is a writer and a founder in the DeFi space, currently building Salutary. He’s on Twitter & Telegram: @BackTheBunny, and on Substack at the essence of a thing: https://backthebunny.substack.com/ Chapters 00:00 Understanding Bio Foundationalism 10:33 The Nature of Principles and Self-Interest 17:20 The Fertility Crisis and Its Implications 26:20 Elon Musk: A Study in Power and Influence 33:03 Assessing Elon Musk's Communication Style 39:42 The Politics of Redistribution and Entitlements 45:05 The Role of Moral Foundations in Policy Making 51:58 Globalization and Economic Growth Dynamics 01:03:28 Influential Thinkers and Personal Recommendations
Apple Pie - notes from a professional father
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In this chat, we delve into the complexities of fatherhood, parenting, and the impact of modern technology on family dynamics. We explore the motivations behind having a large family, the challenges of parenting in a rapidly changing society, and the struggle to maintain meaningful connections in an increasingly digital world. The discussion also touches on generational differences, particularly regarding Gen Z's mental health and technology's role in shaping their experiences. We also explore the themes of cultural reflections, artistic output, and the impact of globalism on local cultures. We discuss the evolution of cultural centers, perceptions of time and modernity, and the influences that shape our thoughts. We also touch on the complexities of antinatalism and the future of cultural identity in a rapidly changing world.
In our conversation, I referred to a book at the end but misremembered the title. It is The Conspiracy Against the Human Race: A Contrivance of Horror by Thomas Ligotti.
Apple Pie is a pseudonymous author, a father of a large brood, and a physicist.
Chapters
00:00 Exploring Fatherhood and Family Dynamics
06:08 The Challenges of Parenting in Modern Society
11:47 Navigating Technology and Its Impact on Relationships
17:58 Cultural Reflections and Generational Differences
30:09 Cultural Reflections and Artistic Output
34:42 The Evolution of Cultural Centers
39:35 Globalism and Historical Context
40:44 Perceptions of Time and Modernity
46:50 Influences and Recommendations in Thought
Aria Babu - What really drives the birth rate
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Our conversation delves into the critical issue of declining birth rates, exploring its historical context, cultural narratives, and the multifaceted factors contributing to this trend. We also discuss societal expectations, economic conditions, and personal choices shaping family dynamics and parenting styles, the implications of these trends on future generations, and the potential for cultural shifts to influence birth rates positively. We explore the nostalgia for past family structures, the cultural shifts that have led to a decline in the perceived value of children, and the impact of governmental policies on fertility rates. The discussion also delves into the challenges faced by developing countries, particularly in terms of demographic changes and gender relations, with a focus on India.
Aria Babu is a writer and tech policy analyst. You can find her at @Aria_Babu on X.
Aria Babu Thoughts from Aria Babu
Chapters
00:00 The Importance of Birth Rates
03:12 Cultural Narratives and Birth Decline
05:51 Factors Influencing Birth Rates
09:12 Parenting Styles and Their Impact
12:01 The Role of Community and Support
14:49 Economic Factors and Birth Rates
17:46 Cultural Influences on Family Size
20:59 The Aspirational Nature of Family Dynamics
24:09 The Intersection of Wealth and Motherhood
27:04 Social Conservatism and Birth Rates
33:09 Nostalgia for the Past: Child-Rearing and Values
36:49 Cultural Shifts: The Value of Children Today
39:52 Historical Policies and Their Impact on Birth Rates
42:41 Kin Selection vs. Group Selection in Societal Development
48:41 Demographic Challenges in Developing Countries
50:39 Gender Relations and Societal Upheaval in India
54:35 The Future of Gender Politics and Birth Rates
Garett Jones - IQ and the wealth of individuals
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In this conversation, we explore the significance of national IQ over individual IQ, the impact of cultural externalities on immigration, and the disparities in income across countries. We also discuss the implications of population decline, fiscal responsibility, and the role of the US in global economics. The conversation also delves into the concept of smart fractions in innovation, the effects of cultural transplants on immigration policy, and the challenges facing democracy in the West.
Garett Jones is an economist, a professor at George Mason University, and an author. His research covers areas from macroeconomics, monetary policy, and IQ in relation to productivity, short-term business cycles, and economic development. His most recent book is The Culture Transplant: How Migrants Make the Economies They Move To a Lot Like the Ones They Left.
Chapters
00:00 The Importance of National IQ
02:46 Cultural Externalities and Immigration
06:00 Cross-Country Income Disparities
08:45 Population Decline and Economic Implications
12:06 Fiscal Sustainability and Government Spending
14:49 US Hegemony and Global Economics
18:11 Smart Fractions and Innovation
21:10 The Role of Elites in Democracy
23:59 Cultural Transplants and Immigration Policy
27:11 Democracy and Ethnic Diversity
29:57 The Influence of the EU on Eastern Europe
32:46 Leadership and Collaboration
35:56 The Future of Democracy
39:03 Recommended Thinkers and Closing Thoughts
Noah Carl - Immigration: Culture & Crime
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Nina Power - Loyalty, Friendship, Truth
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We delve into the complexities of loyalty, friendship, and the impact of online culture on personal relationships. We explore the fragility of online interactions, the nature of cancellation, and the spiritual dimensions of identity in a digital age. The discussion also touches on the dangers of safetyism, the search for meaning in a materialistic world, and the challenges of navigating ideological friction. The chat emphasizes the importance of curiosity, open dialogue, and the need for a deeper understanding of status and hidden knowledge in contemporary society.
Nina Power is a writer and philosopher, former senior editor for Compact Magazine, and the author of “What Do Men Want? and “One Dimensional Woman.” She also writes on Substack: Nina Power The Sun Is God: New Writing by Nina Power
Chapters
00:00 Exploring the Literary Scene of the 90s
03:04 The Nature of Loyalty and Friendship
06:08 The Fragility of Online Relationships
09:10 Navigating Online Discourse and Mental Health
11:57 The Impact of Cancellation on Identity
14:49 The Spiritual Dimension of Cancellation
18:13 The Role of Status in Modern Society
21:03 The Dangers of Safetyism
23:58 The Search for Meaning in a Materialistic World
27:03 The Dynamics of Ideological Friction
30:08 The Challenge of Experience in Modern Life
32:57 The Role of Family and Tradition
36:02 The Quest for Authenticity
39:02 The Nature of Truth in the Digital Age
41:50 The Future of Ideological Movements
45:14 The Importance of Curiosity and Open Dialogue
48:05 The Influence of Hidden Knowledge
50:58 The Concept of Neo-Iconoclasm
53:50 Conclusion and Reflections on the Future
NonZionism - Radicalization is just the first step
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Chapters
00:00 Journey Through Radicalization
06:31 The Process of Deradicalization
12:32 Ideological Reflections and Political Realities
18:02 The Nature of Political Power
22:30 Living Independently in a Regime
28:29 The Balance of Radicalization and Personal Growth
34:51 The Dangers of the Dissident Right
40:40 Understanding Anti-Semitism: A Historical Perspective
48:43 The Evolution of Anti-Semitic Ideologies
56:38 Radicalization and the Role of the Internet
01:04:40 The Holocaust: A Central Narrative in Modern Ideology
01:12:25 Race Realism and Its Implications
01:20:38 The Future of Society: Eugenics and Intelligence
Kryptogal - The Hidden Cost of Kids
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Our conversation explores the decline in birth rates and the reasons behind women choosing to have fewer children, the societal pressure on women to have children, the economic and cultural factors influencing fertility decisions, and the gender divide in the discourse on birth rates. The conversation also delves into the implications of declining birth rates for the future of the West and the challenges of balancing population growth and sustainability, the role of social media and parenting culture in shaping fertility decisions, agency, femininity, parenting, and the impact of internet culture. We also discuss the construction of femininity as opposed to masculinity.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction: Exploring the Decline in Birth Rates
03:15 The Significance of Childbirth for Women
07:00 Gender Divide in Fertility Decisions
11:27 Implications of Declining Birth Rates for the West
13:40 Misconceptions about Fertility and Gender Stereotypes
21:37 Balancing Growth and Sustainability
29:28 Parenting Culture and Social Media Influence
36:17 The Importance of Agency and the Drain of Video Games
39:39 The Construction of Femininity and the Challenges of Parenting
55:09 The Impact of Internet Culture and Generational Divides
01:08:37 Subversive Perspectives
Kryptogal (Kate, if you like) is a pseudonymous, Substack-based writer: Forbidden Closet of Mystery
Losing our religion - Deep Left Analysis
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We discuss the shifting political landscape online and the importance of information hazards to the stability of politics in the future. We also look at elite culture and the probable contenders for our future organizing principles—they don’t look great. Deep Left Analysis is a pseudonymous writer and podcaster on Substack.
https://deepleft.substack.com/ Chapters 00:00 The Limitations of Facts and Logic 04:49 Different Interests and Motivated Reasoning 05:44 Elites and Secular Religions 18:39 The Changing Incentive Structure 19:32 The Weakening of Traditional Forms of Organization 33:00 The Role of Technology in Shaping the Future 40:57 The Convergence of Races and Elective Tribalism 46:34 The Importance of Stable Traditions 51:08 The Impact of Technology on Fashion and Culture
Sai Pandit - The gender wars: an Indian perspective
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We speak about the challenges women face in online spaces, the complexities of gender dynamics, the limitations of rigid societal scripts, the limitations of statistical analysis in understanding human behavior, and the significance of subjective experiences. Our conversation highlights the cultural differences in perspectives on female agency and the impact of different legal systems on gender dynamics in India, arranged marriages, and their potential future in the West.
We also discuss the challenges of modern dating apps and the need for a communal goal in relationships. The conversation then shifts to the topic of endocrine dysfunction and the decreasing age of puberty.
Sai Pandit is a writer on Substack at: https://saipandit.substack.com/
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Discussion of Recent Interview
00:53 Challenges Faced by Women in Online Spaces
03:09 The Limitations of Rigid Societal Scripts
09:02 Cultural Differences in Perspectives on Female Agency
14:47 The Complexity of Human Behavior and Subjective Experiences
19:08 The Impact of Legal Systems on Gender Dynamics
29:43 The Importance of Meaningful Connections and Understanding
43:40 Arranged Marriages: The Spectrum of Arrangements
53:40 The Potential Future of Arranged Marriages in the West
56:20 Challenges of Modern Dating Apps
01:01:26 Understanding the Decreasing Age of Puberty
01:10:53 The Complexity of Endocrine Dysfunction
01:19:02 Recommended Writers
Eurydice - How to make marriage work
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Our conversation explores the challenges and complexities of modern relationships and marriages, the loss of unified narratives, the saturation of relationship advice, the importance of personal responsibility, voicing needs, and avoiding resentment in relationships. The conversation also delves into the impact of legal systems on relationships and the role of pronatalism in encouraging marriage and having children. We also address the gender dynamics and expectations in relationships, the need for strong individuals who can advocate for themselves while respecting their partner's desires, the dynamics of sex, relationships, and marriage from a gendered perspective, the challenges faced by men in forming real connections and attracting the kind of women they desire, the concept of hypergamy and how it is often misunderstood and much more.
Eurydice is a pseudonymous writer and Twitter/X poster @euridicelives. She also writes on Substack @euridicelives
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and the Challenges of Modern Relationships
02:31 The Saturated Market of Relationship Advice
09:20 Resentment and the Importance of Voicing Needs
18:44 Personal Responsibility in Marriage
22:41 The Impact of Legal Systems on Relationships
28:26 Encouraging Marriage and Having Children
32:42 Gender Dynamics and Expectations in Relationships
46:02 The Paradox of Optimizing for Sex
50:08 The Impact of Technology on Modern Relationships
57:44 The Cultural Issue of Male Worthlessness
01:02:46 The Value of Women's Sexual Desires and Investments
01:09:26 The Overlooked Qualities Women Desire
01:13:18 The Complexity of Hypergamy
Erik Hoel - The Tao of having babies
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Our conversation explores the concept of pronatalism, the role of parents in shaping the values and behaviors of their children, the influence of genetics and culture, the limitations of heritability studies, and the challenges of navigating the complex nature vs. nurture debate. We also talk about the complexity of personality traits, the challenges of measuring and understanding them, the different flavors of traits, and the role of parenting in shaping them. The discussion also touches on the search for meaning in life, the impact of career choices, the importance of parenting styles, and the need for pro-natalist policies.
Erik Hoel is an essayist, a neuroscientist, a novelist, and the author of one of my favorite Substacks: The Intrinsic Perspective
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Pronatalism and the Repugnant Conclusion
09:17 The Role of Parents in Shaping Values and Behaviors
18:59 Genetics, Heritability, and the Nature vs. Nurture Debate
40:22 The Complexity of Personality Traits
42:07 The Challenges of Measurement
46:12 Finding Meaning in Life
51:04 The Experience of Parenthood
56:49 Pronatalist Policies
O.W. Root - How you dress matters.
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Stella Tsantekidou - Needy femcels in horny world
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Our conversation explores moral posturing, the contrast between female neediness and male horniness, the transformation from undesirable to desirable, the experiences of femcels, and the role of feminism in different cultures. We also speak about feminism, relationships, motherhood, and self-discovery. Stella shares her experience of feeling empowered by feminism while studying in London but also highlights the challenges she faced, such as casual sex and the devaluation of relationships. She discusses the pressure women face to get married and have children and the impact it can have on their lives. We also reflect on our relationships with our mothers and their influence on our identities. They also discuss the importance of emotional maturity and therapy's role in personal growth.
Stella Tsantekidou is a writer and political commentator. She’s on Twitter at @Stsantek. She writes on Substack at:
00:00 Moral Posturing and Refreshing Authenticity
03:30 The Contrast Between Female Neediness and Male Horniness
08:17 The Hidden World of Femcels
24:58 The Role of Feminism in Different Cultures
34:25 Empowerment and Challenges of Feminism
37:21 The Pressure to Get Married and Have Children
41:48 Struggles in Marriages and Divorce
47:19 Dating, Self-Worth, and Relationships
50:49 Navigating Political Differences and Speaking to the Right
53:35 Mothers and Identity
56:11 Emotional Maturity and Therapy
59:42 John Stuart Mill: Exploring Women's Identity
Spencer Greenberg - How do other people think?
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Our conversation explores the concept of worldviews as self-contained snow globes that represent specific cardinal virtues. We discuss the four common elements of every worldview: what is good, where good and bad come from, who deserves good, and how to do good. The conversation also delves into the challenges of understanding and evaluating different worldviews, the role of in-group signaling, and the importance of understanding other perspectives. We also discuss Valueism as a life philosophy based on intrinsic values and effective action to increase them, the decline of traditional religion, the search for alternative forms of community and meaning, group differences, and the extremes of the distribution, language ambiguity, and imprecision used to hide behind claims and avoid accountability - and much more.
Spencer Greenberg is the founder of ClearerThinking.org and Spark Wave and host of the Clearer Thinking podcast.
A few notes on things mentioned in our chat:
Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg (podcast) - a recent episode with Sasha Chapin: https://podcast.clearerthinking.org/episode/215/sasha-chapin-raising-our-happiness-baseline/
The Intrinsic Values Test: https://programs.clearerthinking.org/intrinsic_values_test.html
Valuism: doing what you value as a life philosophy: https://www.spencergreenberg.com/2023/02/doing-what-you-value-as-a-way-of-life-an-introduction-to-valuism/
A theory of worldviews: https://www.clearerthinking.org/post/understand-how-other-people-think-a-theory-of-worldviews
Clearer Thinking's 80 free tools on topics like critical thinking, decision-making, etc.: https://www.clearerthinking.org/tools
Oversimplified vs. Difference Deniers: https://www.spencergreenberg.com/2023/12/oversimplifiers-vs-difference-deniers-a-dynamic-regarding-group-differences-that-leads-to-rage-and-confusion/
Tails in distributions: https://x.com/SpencrGreenberg/status/1795806828015837226
Precision and measurability as B.S. detectors: https://x.com/SpencrGreenberg/status/1804923269092442580
Chapters
00:00 Exploring Worldviews as Self-Contained Snow Globes
01:20 The Four Elements of Every Worldview
29:09 The Decline of Traditional Religion and the Search for Meaning
30:40 Adapting Religions to Modern Ideas
31:37 The Appeal of Traditional and Hardcore Religion
32:25 Interpretations and Sects within Religions
34:38 Constant Splitting and Factionalism in Online Communities
36:05 Balancing Group Differences and Individual Assessments
40:02 Understanding Average Group Differences
41:55 The Power of Language Ambiguity and Imprecision
54:19 Recognizing and Overcoming Biases
John Arcto - A thousand flowers blooming outside the Overton Window
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We discuss our personal journeys and the factors that led us to the Dissident Right. We also touch on the fragmentation and infighting within the dissident right, the importance of Christianity in the UK, and the tension between ethno-nationalism and class elements. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the culture wars, the impact of social media, and the need for the right to find common ground and focus on effective strategies. We also discuss the manipulation of women's empathetic nature, the bundling of issues in politics, the flaws of first-past-the-post systems, the rise of the elite human capital right, the impact of gay marriage on societal norms, and the need for strong leadership to effect change, the challenges of imposing pro-social norms without strictures, the power of minorities in representative democracies, and the potential for backlash in the culture war. We also touch on the success of populist leaders in El Salvador and the importance of a strong client class for change.
Chapters
00:00 Attraction and Disillusionment with the Dissident Right
05:41 Differences between the Dissident Right in the UK and the US
11:20 The Escalation of the Culture Wars
16:25 Finding Common Ground in the Dissident Right Movement
32:27 The Influence of Women in Politics and the Challenges of Bundling Issues
36:14 The Elite Human Capital Right and the Role of Leadership in Driving Change
45:08 The Impact of the Sexual Revolution and the Institutionalization of Postmodern Values
56:02 Power Dynamics: The Rights of Minorities and the Marginalization of the Majority
John Arcto is a British writer and the author of the Substack The Anglofuturist
Walt Bismarck - The boys are back in town
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Our conversation explores the genealogy and evolution of the alt-right movement, discussing its origins, key figures, and the reasons behind its rise and subsequent implosion. We also talk about the demographic makeup of the alt-right, the influence of events like the Ron Paul movement and the Trayvon Martin case, and the role of race and IQ in shaping the movement's ideology. The conversation also touches on the leadership vacuum within the alt-right and the challenges of navigating the online space, different styles of communication between men and women, the challenges women face in leadership roles, the changing dynamics of sexuality, and the impact of technology on society and much more.
Walt Bismarck is a writer with a rapidly growing Substack presence and you can find him on Twitter as well.
Chapters for the full chat
00:00 Introduction to the alt-right movement
06:04 Demographics and influences of the alt-right
13:09 The leadership vacuum and challenges of the online space
25:01 The emergence of the dissident right
34:47 Introduction and the Importance of Women in Leadership
38:02 The Changing Dynamics of Sexuality and Early Onset of Puberty
47:31 Navigating the Complexities of the Modern World
01:00:38 The Fragmentation of Political Movements
01:01:27 Engaging with Different Worldviews
01:02:35 Finding Fulfillment and Meaning in a Complex World
01:03:29 Ethical Implications of Emerging Technologies
01:10:05 The Historical and Cultural Dynamics of Eastern Europe
We also mentioned a previous guest’s Substack on the show, Regan Arntz-Gray.
https://www.allcatsarefemale.com/
Bryan Caplan - Don't doom yourself.
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Our conversation explores the topic of housing and its influence on people's lives, the supply and demand dynamics of the housing market, the problem of expanding housing supply and preserving cultural values, the impact of immigration on housing demand, the effect of open borders on non-college educated workers, negativity bias in the news, the role of the internet in shaping cultural conversations, the impact of screens and technology on children and more.
Bryan Caplan is an economist and author. A professor of economics at George Mason University, a research fellow at the Mercatus Center, and an adjunct scholar at the Cato Institute. He publishes his own blog on Substack, which I highly recommend, Bet on It.
Chapters
00:00 The Exorbitant Cost of Housing
02:01 Government Regulation and Housing Prices
04:14 Expanding Housing Supply and Cultural Values
06:39 Deregulation and Open Borders
10:55 The Internet and the Negativity Bias
45:05 Nature vs. Nurture and Parenting
48:26 The Impact of Screens and Technology on Children
54:39 Choosing Coping Strategies and Individual Responsibility
01:06:09 Underrated Thinkers
Regan Arntz-Grey - How much agency do we have?
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We chat about the concept of agency and how it relates to women's sexuality, the role of societal norms and expectations, and the importance of personal responsibility. We also touch on the dating market, gender differences, the impact of cultural shifts on relationships, transgender athletes in sports, the optimal rate of divorce, and the challenges of online communities.
Regan Arntz-Grey is a writer with a compelling presence on Substack.
Adam Van Buskirk (@Empty_America) - The strange 21st century
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https://www.patreon.com/aksubversive/ I speak with Adam about the concept of collapse and the various theories surrounding it, the likelihood of nuclear war as a primary cause of collapse, and the adaptability of complex systems. We also touch on the desire for revolution and the disconnect between online narratives and the real world. The conversation delves into the yearning for a different way of life and the challenges of escaping modernity, the impact of urbanization, immigration, and comparative advantage in different countries, the complexities of development, and the interconnectedness of the world. Our conversation also explores the crisis of competence in modern society and the decline of certain industries and professions, the perception that young people are checked out and not interested in high-status jobs, as well as the potential lack of competence in certain skilled trades. Adam Van Buskirk is a writer and knife craftsman who has written for Palladium https://www.palladiummag.com/author/adam-van-buskirk/ and on Twitter https://twitter.com/AHVanBuskirk and https://twitter.com/Empty_America Chapters for the full episode 00:00 Exploring the Concept of Collapse and Theories Surrounding It 09:17 The Likelihood of Nuclear War as a Primary Cause of Collapse 14:04 The Durability and Adaptability of Complex Systems 24:28 The Yearning for a Different Way of Life and the Challenges of Escaping Modernity 30:44 The Impact of Urbanization, Immigration, and Comparative Advantage 37:15 The Complexities of Development and the Interconnectedness of the World 45:09 The Crisis of Competence and the Decline of Industries 52:13 The Modern Caesar: Power and Dominance over Global Elites 01:04:34 The Decline of Adult Nightlife and the Retreat Indoors 01:10:39 The Pacification of Society: Increased Sensitivity and Decreased Tolerance 01:22:34 Reassessing the Ideas of Past Thinkers
Jeremy Carl - A Reckoning on Race: Why we need to be honest about anti-whiteness
We speak about:
The three pillars of modern anti-white civil rights laws: affirmative action, disparate impact, and the erosion of freedom of association.
Criminality and different treatment under the law - the Central Park Five case.
Hollywood and Madison Avenue.
White flight and gentrification.
Jeremy Carl is a senior fellow at Claremont Institute; he also served as Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Interior under President Trump and is a former research fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University.
Circe - Are we still fraternizing with the enemy?
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Trace Woodgrains - The burden and delight of carving your own path
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We discuss Trace’s evolution from Mormonism to his current spiritual beliefs, his mission trip, and the struggle to find a personal spiritual answer. We also chat about the value of community and voluntary organization within religion, the pursuit of perfection, and the struggle against emptiness and decay. We also delve into the tension between the populist right and the traditional right, the struggle to build a cohesive movement, and the fragmentation within the online right, centrism, and the potential for a more inclusive pursuit of excellence. Our conversation concludes with a reflection on the value of life, the importance of intentional decision-making, and the duty to maintain and create positive structures. Trace Woodgrains is a pseudonymous writer and podcast producer, he is on Twitter @tracewoodgrains and he is on Substack at https://www.tracingwoodgrains.com/ Chapters for the full episode 00:00 Introduction and Background 07:02 Finding Community and Reasonable Conversations 15:17 The Value of Community and Voluntary Organization in Religion 37:04 The Tension Between the Populist Right and the Traditional Right 52:12 The Potential for a More Inclusive Center 01:09:46 The Value of Life and the Importance of Parenthood 01:15:13 Maintaining and Creating Positive Structures
Richard Hanania - Leaving wokeness behind without burning it all down
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Sebastian Jensen - It's heritability all the way down
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Our conversation explores the topic of the heritability of IQ and personality, as well as the relationship between intelligence and fertility. It also touches on the differences between men and women in terms of intelligence and achievement.
We also discuss various topics related to gender norms, masculinity, Jewish overrepresentation, and the relationship between cognitive ability and political views. We also touch on the influence of democracy and values on political beliefs.
Sebastian Jensen is an anonymous researcher and Substack author who blogs at https://www.sebjenseb.net/
Here are the timestamps for the full conversation:
00:00 Introduction and the Heritability of IQ and Personality
03:08 Intelligence and Fertility: Exploring the Relationship
05:11 Differences Between Men and Women: Intelligence and Achievement
37:09 Shifting Gender Norms and Educational Attainment
44:51 Exploring Jewish Over-representation
53:28 The Relationship Between Cognitive Ability and Political Views
59:42 The Influence of Democracy on Political Beliefs
01:06:39 Recommended Thinkers
Radfem Hitler - Who Wins The Sex Wars
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Timestamps for the full conversation:
00:00 Background and Journey
03:02 Attraction to Traditional Values and Marriage
14:37 Disillusionment with Liberal Feminism and the Traditionalist Sphere
38:16 The Negative Traits Adopted by Men and Women
44:02 Can Men and Women Coexist Happily in Close Quarters?
50:03 The Potential of Gender-Segregated Schools
56:33 The Importance of Waiting to Get Married
01:02:50 Preventing Divorce Through Better Marriages
Anatoly Karlin - How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the GAE
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Anatoly Karlin is a writer and researcher, and he blogs at https://www.nooceleration.com/ The complete timestamps for the extended episode: 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:09 Anatoly's Shift in Perspective 07:08 Disillusionment with Right-Wing Politics 10:23 Positive Developments in Russia 12:43 Putinism and Political Degradation 15:19 The Decline of the Intellectual Space 22:12 Creating a Counter Elite 25:30 Hostile Sexism and Decline of the Space 30:50 The Decline of the Manosphere 37:12 The Idea of Immigration and Open Borders 46:00 The Potential of Network States 51:26 Challenges and Concerns with Network States 57:38 The Rise of Digital Nomadism and Network States 01:01:18 The Impact of Network States on Natalism 01:02:40 The Importance of Natalism and AI 01:03:37 The Need for Genetic Technologies 01:04:11 Reversing Dysgenic Trends 01:06:03 The Future of Reproductive Technologies 01:07:01 The Role of Natalism in Economic Growth 01:08:29 Practical Solutions for Natalism 01:10:48 The Ineffectiveness of Traditionalist Solutions 01:11:17 The Potential of Reproductive Genetic Technologies 01:12:44 The Political Landscape of HBD 01:13:14 The Commercial Availability of Reproductive Genetic Technologies 01:16:27 The Future of Family Structures 01:17:47 The Spiritual Experience of Pregnancy and Childbirth 01:18:55 The Delegation of Biological Functions 01:19:26 The Weight of Femininity and Delegating Biological Functions 01:21:28 The Relationship Between HBD and Wokeness 01:22:38 The Reckoning with HBD 01:25:17 The Increasing Evidence for HBD 01:27:13 The Impact of Reproductive Genetic Technologies on HBD 01:29:37 The Importance of Normalizing HBD 01:30:06 The Relationship Between Intelligence and Solving Other Problems 01:33:08 Recommended Thinkers
Gurwinder Bhogal - Welcome to Game World, Resistance is Futile
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https://www.patreon.com/aksubversive We speak about: Positive gamification - giving away rice, planting trees, saving power. Dark gamification - most everything else. Releasing the pressure of expectations on young men. The technological revolution and its consequences. The culture war as a world-spanning game. Ideology as character creation in an RPG. Back to the city after “back to the land” Trad as an attempt to capture something that never was, and much more. Gurwinder Bhogal is a writer, researcher, technologist, and the author of www.gurwinder.blog
Niccolo Soldo - The Course of Empire, from Washington to Moscow
Turboamerica - Never more united, never more powerful than it is today.
AIDS - https://niccolo.substack.com/p/the-early-days-of-hivaids-introduction
Anatoly Karlin’s “Wokeness is the tribute that meritocracy pays to human dignity” as a replacement for noblesse oblige.
What we can learn from the Ukraine war about current empire(s).“Fighting for a better past” in the Balkans.
Why does Boris Berezovsky deserve infamy?
Tucker/Putin Interview - a landmark event or non-event?
Outlook for Ukraine and maybe, more interestingly, Poland, as US interest in the war wanes.
Fleur Meston: Promising Young Woman
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We speak about social conservatism in young women, what attracts them, what repels them, the tradwife trend, and their attitude toward the opposite sex and masculinity. We also discuss purebred vs. revealed conservatism, the future of the dwindling majority in the UK, and being redpilled on sex differences by interacting with toddlers.
Fleur Elizabeth Meston is a writer, a researcher at Orthodox Conservatives, and a political commentator. She’s on Twitter at @fleurmeston.
James Orr - Religion Never Left
We speak about his circuitous path to studying philosophy and theology, maintaining virtue when you’re not allowed to define it, technology as an almost magical confirmation of the victory of reason, the importance of status in spreading ideas, and much more. Dr. James Orr is an Associate Professor of Philosophy of Religion at the Faculty of Divinity at Cambridge. He holds a PhD and MPhil in Philosophy of Religion from the University of Cambridge and a BA in Classics from Balliol College, Oxford. He is also the UK Chairman of The Edmund Burke Foundation, a public affairs institute that aims to strengthen the principles of national conservatism in Western and other democratic countries.
Cremieux - Free the Data
We speak about the fact that often one study is more representative of reality than many, P hacking and the emptiness of much of social science, the many ways to lie with statistics, fertility and demographic collapse, lead exposure and the various disasters pinned on it, the midwits of Mensa, and much more.
Cremieux is an anonymous poster, a man well-versed in data analysis who plays first violin in a new wave of extremely statistically savvy anonymous accounts that popped up and exploded once the Twitter ban on wrongthink was somewhat lifted by the regime of Elon Musk.
J Burden - New Blood on Old Paths
We speak about getting married young, stepping into an uncertain world, chaotic, nihilistic energy versus more rooted ways, the exhaustion of politics, especially the electoral kind, technology, modern media and much more.
J Burden is the host of the J Burden Show, a podcaster and chronicler of the dissident right, he has on many up-and-coming influencers, from what I would describe as of one layer deeper into the ranks of the DR than my show. I love his show, it’s well worth a listen - especially liked the George Bagby and Thomas777 episodes.
Carl Benjamin aka Sargon of Akkad - Liberalism, an Autopsy
We speak about the evolution of online ideologies, the increasingly unavoidable confrontation with post-liberalism, democracy, the individual, ideology itself as a child of the Enlightenment, Christianity as a necessary but eroding substructure of Western culture, and much more.
Carl Benjamin aka Sargon of Akkad is a legendary YouTuber, writer and podcaster, former politician, and a true renaissance man of the Internet age. You can find all his newest videos and essays at https://www.lotuseaters.com/
Philippe Lemoine - The Renaissance of War
We speak about the case against Western intervention in Ukraine and Russia as a looming presence in Eastern Europe. We also speak about liberal imperialism, political pragmatism, France today, and much more.
Philippe is a Ph.D. candidate in philosophy at Cornell and a research fellow at the Center for the Study of Partisanship and Ideology.
Stephen Wolfe - Is Christian Nationalism an Option?
We speak about the theory and practice of a state organized according to Christian principles, which flavor and intensity of Christianity may apply, how to advocate for a religious solution in an era of dwindling faith, and much more.
Stephen Wolfe is a country scholar at Wolfeshire in central North Carolina where he lives with his wife and four children. He recently finished a postdoctoral fellowship at Princeton University's James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions. Wolfe is co-host of the Ars Politica podcast and has written for Mere Orthodoxy, First Things, Chronicles Magazine, and History of Political Thought. He is also the author of “The Case for Christian Nationalism”.
Bennett's Phylactery - Finding our Way Back to Children
We speak about the problem of demographic collapse, what it could look like, and how both individuals and policy can address it. We also speak about the importance of religion, secular alternatives to religious natalism culture, government policy that works and doesn’t, testosterone and sperm count decline, fertility technology like IVF and embryo selection, surrogacy, exo wombs, and more.
Kevin is the organizer of the Natalism conference held in Austin Texas, in December 2023 and the Founder of Exit Group - a fraternal organization dedicated to ending our reliance on corporate employment, so that you can’t be threatened by a politicized HR department or an “employer mandate”.
Matt Goodwin - Who Rules Britain?
We speak about what the ruling class of Britain looks like today and how it has changed in the last 50 years. We also speak about what the Tory party represents, the global elite and the status that comes with membership in it, immigration to the UK and what, if anything can be done about it, right-wing politics and the class divide and much more.
Matt Goodwin is a Professor of Politics at Rutherford College, University of Kent, and the author of many fine books including his latest, “Values, Voice and Virtue: The New British Politics”. You can find his latest work on his excellent Substack.
J.D. Haltigan - Nature & Nurture in our First Years
We speak about what matters in the early years of children’s lives: caregiving and social experiences, daycare, bullying, divorce, and sex differences in early childhood psychopathology. We also speak about long covid and its strange link with bisexuality, the difference between destigmatizing and normalizing, DEI in universities and more.
JD Haltigan studies Developmental & Evolutionary Psychopathology and specializes in Early Experience & Life History. You can find him on Twitter at @JDHaltigan
John O'Sullivan - The New "New Right" and its Future
We speak about the three eras of the “New Right”: from William F. Buckley and James Burnham to the second “New Right” under Reagan and Thatcher and now the third “New Right” that is taking shape in the wake of the populist revolutions of Trump and Brexit. We also speak about immigration, liberalism as a self-liquefying force, Thatcher’s legacy, Brexit, Orban, and much more.
John O’Sullivan is a political commentator and journalist. He was the senior policy writer and speechwriter in 10 Downing Street for Margaret Thatcher when she was British prime minister. He is also the former editor of National Review in the years 1988-1997 and is now an editor at large. Since 2017, he has been president of the Danube Institute in Budapest.
Eric Kaufmann - Demographics and the Destiny of the West
We speak about his long-standing interest in the demographic crisis, the religious inheriting the earth, expressive individualism and egalitarianism as the acid preparing the fall of Anglo-America, being a liberal National Conservative, negative vs. positive liberty under NatCon, liberals voting for diversity but living in micro-ethnostates, and much more.
Eric Kaufmann is a professor of politics at Birkbeck, University of London. His topics of research include nationalism and political and religious demography. He is also the author of Whiteshift - Populism, Immigration, and the Future of White Majorities, among many other fine books.
Tara Ann Thieke - Creating a Life with Children
We speak about how to view children, what they are, and what they can ideally be. We also speak about why parents matter, exposing kids to the world, how to think about peers, the strained relationship between men and women, the new horizon of surrogacy, and the importance of rituals in the lives of children and everyone else, and more.
Tara Ann Thieke is a homemaker and writer. She’s on Twitter at @taraannthieke.
Henry George - Getting Unstuck from Theory
We speak about how politics, ideas, and culture are connected, if individuals and ideas shape social change more than institutional networks and social structures, the ideal of the neutral institution. We also speak about libertarianism, the problem of empathy, disability, gratitude, immigration, and much more.
Henry George is a freelance writer living in the UK. He holds an MA in War Studies from King’s College London. He is also on Twitter at @intothefuture45.