Derate The Hate

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) A DEI Conversation With More Curiosity And Less Contention In this episode, guest host Julian Adorney invites Abby Benedetto of Core-Shifts.com for the 2nd of his Difficult Conversation Series as a way to model respectful and humble discussions on topics of disagreement. The value proposition of Diversity, Equity, and In...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Today, over 70 years after Brown v. Board of Education, there is an urgent need to reaffirm and advance the core principles of the civil-rights movement. The defining question of our time: How do we break through the demonization and division, and move forward together as Americans? In this DTH episode, Wilk talks with D...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Morality Shifts Based Upon False Narratives In this episode, host Wilk Wilkinson is joined by filmmaker Eli Steele. They discuss Eli's journey into film-making, the impact of film on his life, and his collaboration with his father, Shelby Steele. They delve into the inspiration behind Eli's documentary, 'W...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Advocating for Unity & Personal Well-Being Jason Littlefield is an impassioned educator and founder of EmpowerED Pathways . With over two decades of experience, he has influenced students and families globally, from Taiwan to Benin, Africa. Jason co-created the Empowered Humanity Theory , a dynamic framework for life...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) The Soul of Civility; Book discussion with Alexandra Hudson In this episode, guest host Julian Adorney is joined by guest Alexandra Hudson to discuss her book, The Soul of Civility . They explore the difference between politeness and civility, the harm of incivility, and the importance of heroes and mentors in inspiring...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Bridging Divides Through Faith, Loving as Jesus Loved  In a world marked by increasing divisions, embracing faith becomes a powerful incentive for unity and understanding. Drawing inspiration from the teachings of Jesus, who exemplified boundless love and compassion, we find a profound guide on how to navigate societal d...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Reviving a sense of community and reflecting on his time working with Martin Luther King Jr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s message was rooted in uplifting the people and organizing Americans for a better sense of community. He passionately advocated for equality, justice, and unity, envisioning a society where individual...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply)  In the bustling marketplace of ideas, distinguishing truth from misinformation requires a nuanced approach that combines critical thinking, evidence-based analysis, and an openness to diverse perspectives. Engaging in conversations with individuals holding differing mindsets is crucial in this process. Interacting with...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Time For A Depolarization "Manhattan Project"? In a conversation I was having with friend John Wood Jr.  of Braver Angels , he said and I often quote, " Polarization is the one problem that ensures all other problems won't be solved ". Many, me being one of them, have said that polarization could...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Wilk provides a DTH 2023 Year in Review From me to all of you who have provided so much support, I want to wish you all a very blessed and happy new year! During this holiday week episode, I'm providing a quick recap of just a few of the many great guests we had on this past year. Please check out all of this past y...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Can Christians and Atheists Get Along? Christians and Atheists often face roadblocks in understanding and accepting each other due to deeply ingrained differences in belief systems. One major obstacle is the perception of morality and purpose. Christians may view their faith as the ultimate source of moral guidance and p...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Getting Below The Surface of Toxic Polarization Human evolution in perspectives is a dynamic process shaped by experiences, education, and self-reflection. Individuals often display a tendency to forgive themselves swiftly for past views and mistakes, while adopting a less forgiving stance towards others. This discrepanc...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) DEI vs. Diversity of Thought I recently read an article in the Free Black Thought substack written by my friend Dr. Tabia Lee entitled: DEI COLLEAGUES: YOUR ANTI-SEMITISM IS SHOWING . With recent events being what they are in the middle east, and the ensuing hate mongering that is taking place world-wide, the article sto...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Thanksgiving, a Time For Gratitude Thanksgiving serves as a poignant reminder that gratitude should not be confined to a single day but embraced every day. This special occasion, however, magnifies the importance of acknowledging and appreciating the blessings in our lives. Beyond the festive feast and familial gathering...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Speaking with The Younger You Have you ever imagined engaging in a conversation with your younger, more naive, and possibly even a more hateful self? Imagine finding yourself grappling with the echoes of your past ignorance. The earlier version of you, fueled by limited experiences and misguided perspectives, expressing...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Have you ever wondered how to have a meaningful conversation with someone with whom you disagree vehemently on a particular topic? Do you have family members that you disagree with politically, and cannot have a conversation without things becoming heated and toxic? What if there were a book that could teach you "Ho...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) If Your Life Sucks, It's Your Fault, Change It Masculinity, in and of itself, is not toxic; it is a complex and multifaceted aspect of identity. However, men are undeniably influenced by the role models they look up to while growing up. If they choose toxic individuals as mentors, they may inadvertently follow a pat...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Nonviolence and a Needed Revival of Humanity and Moral Clarity  Learning not to hate those with whom we disagree is a profound lesson in cultivating empathy and understanding. Often, violence and hate stem from a sense of feeling devalued or misunderstood. Embracing the idea that everyone's perspective is shaped by...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Barbarism Fueled By An Ideology of Hatred What drives someone to commit the most evil acts imaginable by another human being? People are not born inherently evil, just like they are not born inherently good. Both are learned behaviors.  Why then are some taught to hate others, to a point at which they would commit the un...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Overcoming Anger Through The Languages of Love  Love is the emotional cornerstone that enriches and gives meaning to our lives, transcending barriers and fostering a profound connection with others. It holds the transformative power to dismantle the walls we build around ourselves, allowing genuine human connections to f...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) The "Doom Loop" of Polarization  Political beliefs are often shaped by party affiliations rather than the other way around, contributing to the phenomenon of political tribalism. Individuals align themselves with a particular political party, and in doing so, adopt the party's established set of beliefs an...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Building Bridges Through Faith, Good Will and Conversations Envy and coveting what others have can lead to a range of personal and societal problems. On an individual level, these emotions can breed discontent, erode self-esteem, and foster negative comparisons. I’ve seen so often how this can result in unhappiness and a...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) The Trans Community IS NOT A Monolith Assuming that groups of people think as a monolith is a simplistic and often harmful mindset. It oversimplifies the rich diversity of perspectives and experiences within any given group, ignoring individual differences and perpetuating stereotypes. People are shaped by a multitude of...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) A Physician’s Front-Line Account Of The Covid Pandemic “The public health policy’s connection with the health of a society is only peripheral, the real impact of public health is that it determines how everyone lives and conducts business. If you do not have a good, effective public health structure, you simply cannot ex...

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Exploring Civility: A Weakness Or Bold Necessity? I find it interesting that some, when presented with the idea of confronting those of differing mindsets with curiosity rather than hostility, accuse those seeking civility of somehow being weak or cowardly. As someone who used to do my share of spreading toxicity, I can...