Best Freedomain Podcasts (2025)

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5955 You Can Learn How to Love Bullies! Freedomain Livestream Call In 1:53:31

2d ago1:53:31

1:53:31

In this episode, I analyze the debate between Michel Foucault and Noam Chomsky on human nature, expressing frustrations about their unclear definitions. I discuss Foucault's controversial life and its irony alongside his philosophical influence, while connecting his ideas on power to contemporary ethical dilemmas and societal scrutiny. Engaging wit…

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5954 WHY WOMEN SIN! 1:27:53

3d ago1:27:53

1:27:53

Wednesday Night Live 14 May 2025 In this episode, I analyze the interplay between personal experiences and the current political climate, focusing on the influence of the baby boomer generation on shifting ideologies in Canada and Australia. I discuss the exploitation of societal divisions, particularly between genders, and reflect on how technolog…

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5953 Female Reputation COLLAPSE! 1:25:13

4d ago1:25:13

1:25:13

Friday Night Live 9 May 2025 In this episode, I celebrate the return of my voice during our Friday Night Live session. I reflect on fostering connections, particularly in navigating marriage challenges, and critique the pharmaceutical industry's troubling trends in health outcomes. I examine the impact of societal isolation on children's developmen…

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5952 Why Do I ALWAYS Choose Bad Boys? CALL IN SHOW 2:11:17

5d ago2:11:17

2:11:17

In this episode, host Stefan engages with a caller facing personal and entrepreneurial challenges at 58 years old. The caller expresses a loss of motivation stemming from business setbacks and difficult relationships, complicating their dream of launching a YouTube channel focused on top 10 content. Stefan emphasizes the importance of strategic pla…

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5951 Why Do I Keep Getting BULLIED? Freedomain Call In 1:32:44

6d ago1:32:44

1:32:44

In this episode, I engage with listeners about the intersection of philosophy and personal challenges, discussing how philosophical principles enhance daily life. I analyze recent high-profile hacking incidents and their implications for cryptocurrency, contrasting these risks with the decline of fiat currency values. When a caller raises parenting…

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5950 BITCOIN BREAKTHROUGH! 1:17:11

7d ago1:17:11

1:17:11

Sunday Morning Live 11 May 2025 In this episode, I explore the significance of motherhood, emphasizing its role in shaping identities beyond biological ties. We discuss the complexities of familial relationships, offering a philosophical approach to dealing with challenging dynamics through choices of engagement and boundary-setting. Addressing lis…

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5949 How to Fall - and Stay in Love! Keith Knight Interviews Stefan Molyneux - Part 2 1:30:18

8d ago1:30:18

1:30:18

In this interview with Keith Knight of The Libertarian Institute, Stefan Molyneux discusses the complexities of human relationships, emphasizing the importance of truth and accountability in intimacy. He critiques the narrative that portrays men as oppressors, asserting that men and women complement each other and that female choices significantly …

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5948 How to Fall - and Stay in Love! Keith Knight Interviews Stefan Molyneux - Part 1 1:31:23

9d ago1:31:23

1:31:23

In this interview, Keith Knight of Don't Tread on Anyone converses with Stefan Molyneux about relationships and his philosophy outlined in "Real-Time Relationships, The Logic of Love." Molyneux emphasizes the importance of honest, real-time communication, conflict resolution, and reciprocity as foundational elements of healthy relationships. He arg…

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5947 What REALLY Happened Over COVID... 47:04

10d ago47:04

47:04

This lecture by Stefan Molyneux explores perspectives on mental health, parenting, and societal implications. He discusses the impact of mental illness diagnoses on understanding psychology, the complexities of parenting in an irrational society, and critiques societal norms and the philosophical depth of religious texts. Molyneux examines the infl…

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5946 My Brutal Divorce from HELL! 1:27:54

11d ago1:27:54

1:27:54

Wednesday Night Live 7 May 2025 This episode addresses modern technology's inefficiencies, the philosophical foundations of relationships, and AI's impact on education. I share insights from my interview with Keith Knight about nurturing connections and discuss themes from my novel "The Future," which tackles child welfare in a speculative society.…

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5945 TEN YEARS INTO PHILOSOPHY? Time for an AUDIT! Freedomain Call In 1:50:13

12d ago1:50:13

1:50:13

Topic Detail: After listening to the show and reading most of the books, and having 1 call over a decade ago, I think I could benefit from a "philosophy audit." I think everything is going quite well, I have a great wife, a 2 year old daughter, a newborn daughter, and live on many, many acres in the US state with my preferred climate (warm). Since …

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5944 The Moral Relativism of NIETZSCHE! 22:15

13d ago22:15

22:15

In this episode, I explore key questions from our community, starting with reflections on my book "UPB" and its evolution in "Essential Philosophy." I share my thoughts on amusement parks, advocating for meaningful connections over crowded experiences, and discuss the complexities of communication in parenting. Delving into Nietzsche, I analyze his…

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5943 How to Achieve MAXIMUM CREATIVITY! Freedomain Call In 1:21:26

14d ago1:21:26

1:21:26

In this episode, I explore philosophical questions and current events, starting with the critical issue of healthcare wait times in Canada and its systemic implications. I discuss the challenges of upholding moral standards amid public hypocrisy and reflect on my creative processes, particularly in "The God of Atheists." Listeners' questions lead t…

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5942 Don't Get Played by WOMEN! 47:08

15d ago47:08

47:08

Sunday Morning Live 4 May 2025 In today's livestream, I examine the theme of personal drama and the self-inflicted challenges we create. I define drama as self-generated, negatively impactful, and typically unsolvable, encouraging listeners to evaluate their own experiences. We discuss how the human brain craves challenge, often leading to unnecess…

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5941 How to Befriend Your Inner Parents 1:34:51

16d ago1:34:51

1:34:51

Friday Night Live 2 May 2025 In this episode, I examine internalized parenting and its impact on adult behaviors, starting with a discussion on societal reactions to racial triggers through the lens of a recent incident involving Shiloh Hendricks. I share personal experiences that highlight how parental interactions shape our self-regulation and tr…

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5940 How to Confront Evil: Listener Question 19:11

17d ago19:11

19:11

In this lecture, Stefan Molyneux explores the complexities of human psychology and morality, particularly regarding parenting and self-reflection. He discusses the emotional barriers that prevent individuals from acknowledging their perceived wrongdoings, citing childhood trauma and self-medication as contributing factors. Molyneux critiques societ…

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5939 Should I Call My Abusive Father? CALL IN SHOW 2:59:46

18d ago2:59:46

2:59:46

In this episode, a caller reflects on his estranged relationship with his father, whom he hasn’t spoken to in eight years. He contemplates reaching out for closure regarding past neglect and emotional abuse but feels significant anxiety. Host Stefan encourages him to explore his feelings, emphasizing that biological ties don’t guarantee emotional s…

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5938 Boomer Vanity TAKEDOWN! 1:55:58

19d ago1:55:58

1:55:58

Wednesday Night Live 30 April 2025 In this episode, I tackle various political topics through listener questions, reflecting on the recent Canadian elections and the generational divide in political priorities. We examine the implications of Donald Trump's comments about Canada and discuss how past decisions shape today's challenges. The conversati…

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5937 How to Evaluate Investments - Livestream 2:02:36

19d ago2:02:36

2:02:36

Freedomain FLASH Live Chat 26 April 2025 In this episode, I engage in a meaningful discussion with a caller who recently faced the termination of their YouTube channel and is exploring new investment avenues. We delve into business financing, focusing on securing loans and credits as they contemplate investing in ATM machines, inspired by popular p…

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5936 Please Don't Disappear! 35:39

20d ago35:39

35:39

In this episode, I explore the dangers of social isolation and the ease of fading from meaningful connections as we age. Reflecting on a festival with my daughter, I emphasize the importance of providing value in relationships and the stabilizing role of marriage amidst transitory friendships. I discuss the need for honest feedback to foster person…

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5935 I am Overwhelmed by EVIL! Freedomain Call In 2:10:22

21d ago2:10:22

2:10:22

In this episode, I engage with a caller reflecting on his tumultuous marriage and recent divorce. He shares struggles with emotional disconnection and feelings of depression. We explore the impact of unresolved conflicts, societal pressures around masculinity, and the dynamics of people-pleasing in relationships. As he begins to process his experie…

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5934 Breaking Up with Toxic Girlfriend! 1:23:18

22d ago1:23:18

1:23:18

Sunday Morning Live 27 April 2025 In this episode, we discuss a study revealing that only 24.5% of COVID deaths in certain Greek hospitals were directly caused by the virus, raising questions about hospital incentives and the accuracy of health data. We examine the weak correlation between school spending and student outcomes, highlighting implicat…

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5933 Are You Alive? Listener Questions 37:07

23d ago37:07

37:07

Do you have an example of non-determinism being an emergent property out of deterministic subcomponents? I'm curious @Stefan Molyneux why do people seem to avoid simplicity or any reductions in complexity? I get tons of requests to add complexity to software at work without any regard for value provided to customers. I find it fun, interesting, and…

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

24d 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

25d 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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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

2+ y 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…