Aporia Podcast

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See the full interview at AporiaMagazine.com From the overrepresentation of Muslims in UK prisons to the nuances of racial disparities in crime rates, our conversation traverses the delicate terrain of British society and its criminal justice system. We confront the controversial grooming gangs topic, explore the effects of police bias and public perception, and address the criticism aimed at prev...

Rob Kurzban is an evolutionary psychologist and former University of Pennsylvania Professor who now hosts the substack  Living Fossils . His book,  Why Everyone Else is a Hypocrite  is a great exploration of human evolved moral psychology We talked about a number of Living Fossils Blogs like  "What to do with Emotions" , " The Trials of Academic Publishing ",   "The Existe...

In this episode, Harvard's Dr. Michael Rosen joins Bo Winegard for a deep exploration of Nietzsche, Kant, Hegel, and the Passage from Heaven to History. At issue is the fundamental question of life without God. If God is dead, then how do humans find meaning or justice? Should they accept that the funeral of God is also the funeral of humanism, of objective morality, et cetera—or should they a...

In this episode Bo and Noah discuss the ethical maze surrounding AI's integration into our lives and its encroachment upon areas once believed to be exclusively human. They examine the effect of AI on the arts, the possible future where AI surpasses human abilities in intellectual creativity, and the societal shifts that could arise from such changes. From the ethics of using AI in creative fi...

Join us on the Aporia podcast where Bo Winegard and Noah Carl explore free will and moral responsibility. Bo brings to the table a defense of compatibilist free will and retributive justice, challenging those like Robert Sapolsky who believe we should eschew free will and moral agency. The discussion peels back the layers of this philosophical debate, contrasting libertarian views with compatibili...

Our guest today is Steve Hsu is Professor of Theoretical Physics and of Computational Mathematics, Science, and Engineering at Michigan State University. Previously, he was Senior Vice President for Research and Innovation. Steve is an entrepreneur and has started successful ventures in embryo selection, forensic genetics and artificial intelligence. Steve Hsu- Steve is a polymath- you can see jus...

Expanding upon last week's conversation about the race/IQ taboo, Bo Winegard and Noah Carl discuss the ethics of honesty about race differences in cognitive ability. They both agree that candor is better than silence or dishonesty. But they discuss alternative positions sympathetically before forwarding arguments against them.

Is there truly a veil of silence in academic circles when it comes to discussing race and IQ? Noah Carl and Bo Weingard unravel this question by dissecting the assertions of Jackson Jr. and Winston, who deny the existence of such a taboo. They argue controversies in intelligence research stem from poor scholarship rather than an aversion to the topic. Our spirited dialogue challenges their viewpoi...

Join Walter Veit, University of Reading scholar and pioneering author, as we navigate the intriguing and complex world of animal consciousness. Walter's expertise breathes new life into our understanding of how consciousness could have evolved across species, from the depths of the ocean with the octopus to the humble existence of the worm. Our conversation challenges long-standing human-centr...

Discover the surprising virtues of holding back in activism with Professor Michael Huemer as we ponder the nuanced realities of political engagement. Our discussion demystifies the often misguided enthusiasm within activism and policy predictions, showcasing how even seasoned experts reveal a humbling track record in forecasting political shifts. Huemer's insights challenge us to reconsider th...

Are we truly nurturing Britain's bright young minds, or are we letting them slip through the cracks of an outdated education system? We sat down with the formidable Peter Hitchens, whose insights into the role of grammar schools and academic selection are as sharp as they are provocative. Together, we traverse the shifting landscape of the UK's educational standards, where Peter champions...

Aporia sat down with two giants in the field of intelligence research, Charles Murray and Helmuth Nyborg. We spoke for nearly an hour about a variety of topics, including: Intelligence research, its past, present, and future. The smartest intelligence researchers and people Charles and Helmuth have met. Nationalism and white supremacy How societies are “coming apart” Whether America was a doomed p...

Unlock the mysteries of the mind with our esteemed guest, Richard Haier, the editor-in-chief of the journal Intelligence. This episode promises to dismantle and dissect the concept of intelligence, bringing you a step closer to understanding the intricate workings of the human brain. We dare to venture into the labyrinth of the mind, tackling controversial discussions surrounding intelligence and...

We're thrilled to have Matt Goodwin, renowned writer, pollster, and professor of politics as our guest for a thought-provoking analysis of Britain's evolving attitudes towards immigration. Matt offers an in-depth look into the public's liberal shift in opinion over the past two decades, juxtaposed against a growing disquiet about the rapidity and magnitude of immigration. Yet, as he as...

How does immigration impact public finances? That's the question we'll be tackling, alongside our guest for this episode, independent researcher Jan van de Beek . With insights from his controversial report, "Borderless Welfare State: The Consequences of Immigration for Public Finances," Jan brings to our discussion an in-depth understanding of the subject's intricacies. This...

Timestamps: (00:00) - Open Borders and Immigration (07:09) - The Fiscal Effects of Immigration (19:21) - Impact of Migrants and Immigration Policies (28:15) - Assimilation and Cultural Differences in Immigration (34:30) - Immigrants and IQ in First-World Countries (45:06) - Cultural Preservation and Immigration Considerations (54:44) - Debate on Immigration and Its Impact (01:03:49) - Immigration&...

Join us for a fascinating exploration as we're joined by Simone Collins, an entrepreneur, pronatalist mother, and a consistent Twitter presence. Simone offers an enlightening perspective on pronatalism and its relation to eugenics. Listen in as we discuss the complexities of demographic collapse and the role of diversity in cultural survival. Simone shares insights on how certain cultures, lik...

For Bonus Questions: https://www.aporiamagazine.com/ What kind of society do we create if human nature is no longer a limitation? This captivating question serves as the foundation for our in-depth discussion with British social commentator, Toby Young. We navigate the challenging landscapes of meritocracy, conservatism, and the idea of inherited wealth. Inspired by the perspectives of Toby's...

Joseph Bronski is a Substack writer and researcher working in quantitative sociobiology. He’s also the author of An Empirical Introduction to Youth . Find him on Twitter/X and YouTube . Timestamps: (0:00:00) - Components of Political Agency (0:13:24) - Political Agency and Union Formation (0:20:09) - Literature Education's Impact on Society (0:28:41) - Elite Theory and Frustration With Regurgi...

Get access to our Bonus Questions with Heather here: www.aporiamagazine.com Heather Mac Donald is a conservative commentator, Thomas W. Smith Fellow at the Manhattan Institute, and the author of books such as The War on Cops , The Diversity Delusion , and When Race Trumps Merit: How the Pursuit of Equity Sacrifices Excellence, Destroys Beauty, and Threatens Lives . She frequently contributes to pu...

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Richard Hanania is the founder and president of the Center for the Study of Partizan Ship and Ideology , and author of Origins of Woke . Richard shares enlightening perspectives on how pivotal moments in history, like the Civil Rights Act and the advent of technological developments, shaped the contours of the wokeness debate. We dissect the evolution of Civil Rights Law, exploring critical cases...

We tackle the controversial topic of the morality of colonialism with Anglican priest, theologian, and ethicist, Nigel Bigger. Throughout this discussion, we trace the trajectory of the British Empire from its inception through imperialism and colonialism, and its influence across Ireland, North America, India, and Africa. As we compare the British Empire with Nazi Germany, we grapple with questio...

The final video from our 2023 ISIR series is a brilliant interview with Professor Greg Clark, one of the most important hereditarian scholars. We mainly talk about Greg’s groundbreaking study published in June: The inheritance of social status: England, 1600 to 2022 . It’s worth quoting at length: There is widespread belief across the social sciences in the ability of social interventions and soci...