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Conversations With Coleman

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Conversations with Coleman is where deep thinkers and curious minds meet for sharp, surprising, and unfiltered chats. Hosted by Coleman Hughes, writer, thinker, and guy who asks the questions other people dodge - this podcast isn’t about debating. It’s about discovery. Politics, philosophy, race, culture, science: it’s all fair game. If you're done with hot takes and hungry for real-talk, come joi... more

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On October 21, 2023, beloved Detroit community leader Samantha Woll was found brutally stabbed to death outside her home—two weeks to the day after the October 7 attacks on Israel. It looks like an open-and-shut case—a hate crime. But swiftly the pol... more

Dr. Gad Saad is a visiting scholar at the Declaration of Independence Center for the Study of American Freedom in Mississippi and an evolutionary psychologist. We discuss his forthcoming book, Suicidal Empathy, in which he argues that the political l... more

Nicholas Wade is a former science writer for The New York Times and author of several books on human evolution, including A Troublesome Inheritance: Genes, Race, and Human History and his new book, The Origin of Politics: How Evolution and Ideology S... more

Note that this conversation took place before Hamas addressed some conditions of President Donald Trump’s proposed peace plan and said it agreed to release all remaining hostages.

This was the most requested conversation I've ever had, and one of th... more

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Recent Guests

Nicholas Wade
Journalist with a background covering evolutionary issues
Author
Episode: Can Evolution Explain Our Politics? Nicholas Wade Thinks So
Steven Pinker
Canadian-American cognitive psychologist, linguist, and author, professor at Harvard University.
Harvard University
Episode: Steven Pinker on How Common Knowledge Rules Our Lives
Jane Coaston
Journalist focusing on conservatism in the GOP
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Episode: Politics for the Exhausted American Voter with Jane Coaston
Janiyah Thomas
Black media director for Trump's 2024 campaign
Trump's 2024 Campaign
Episode: Understanding the Black Conservative Vote with Janiyah Thomas
Bhaskar Sunkara
Founding editor of Jacobin Magazine and president of The Nation.
The Nation Magazine, Jacobin Magazine
Episode: Can Socialism Ever Really Work? w/ Bhaskar Sunkara
Ben Shapiro
Writer, political commentator, co-founder of The Daily Wire.
The Daily Wire
Episode: Is America Rewarding the Wrong Values? Ben Shapiro Thinks So
Greg Lukianoff
Attorney, author, and free speech advocate, CEO of the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE).
Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE)
Episode: The Bipartisan Assault on Free Speech w/ Greg Lukianoff
Adam Szetela
PhD in English from Cornell University and author of That Book Is Dangerous
Episode: How Sensitivity Readers Made Publishing More Racist w/Adam Szetela
Megan McArdle
Columnist at The Washington Post, covering economics, finance and government policy
The Washington Post
Episode: How to Avoid the Partisan Trap Even at The Washington Post w/ Megan McArdle

Host

Coleman Hughes
Coleman Hughes is a writer and thinker renowned for engaging in difficult conversations and exploring complex social issues. He invites guests to share their perspectives and insights on a wide range of topics without adhering to conventional debate formats.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Dave Smith Episode

    This type of long conversation between two people who are incredibly well read on a topic but can respectfully argue to the depth needed to get to the fundamental basis of their disagreement is exactly what podcasts should be accomplishing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jto44
    United States9 days ago
  • Coleman for Prez!

    I wna hang out with this dude and play jazz and absorb his good vibes and calm, collected demeanor. Coleman for Prez any day!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elite1564
    United States11 days ago
  • Excellent

    One of the most important intellectuals of our time. Really knows his stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Looshy82
    United States11 days ago
  • Thoughtful, Prepared and Sane Voice

    Coleman is fantastic. I appreciate he is well-read, informed and then clearly spends a ton of time preparing himself in order to ask thoughtful questions, and to parse issues from many angles, while keeping facts front and centre.

    I have to say- the debate with Dave Smith was frustrating to listen to. He obviously has a huge following, but I wasn’t convinced by anything he said because he didn’t have facts to back his claims and mostly continued to re-state blanket claims/points of view in a f... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LChmilar
    Canada15 days ago
  • 2025 Colemans podcast acquired by FreePress- Zionist Propaganda Group

    June 2025, Conversations with Coleman was formally folded into The Free Press’s media, led by Bari Weiss, a self proclaimed “Zionist fanatic”. So, listen appropriately to the messaging when the Israeli genocide of Gaza is broached w Mr Hughes. He’s 100% compromised

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dr Jae
    United States17 days ago

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Listeners appreciate the podcast's in-depth exploration of complex topics and the thoughtful nature of the discussions.
Some listeners have expressed concerns over occasional perceived biases in discussions, indicating the host's viewpoints might not resonate with everyone.
The approach of having nuanced conversations rather than debating sets it apart from typical media offerings, resonating well with those seeking deeper engagement.
Reviewers often commend the quality and diversity of guests, noting that they bring fresh insights and perspectives that provoke critical thinking.

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Can Evolution Explain Our Politics? Nicholas Wade Thinks So
Q: To what extent is hereditary monarchy a functional system compatible with human nature?
Autocracy has historically been effective, but transitioning to democracy requires significant institution-building.
Can Evolution Explain Our Politics? Nicholas Wade Thinks So
Q: What are your thoughts on the controversy surrounding your book, A Troublesome Inheritance?
Wade asserts he presented new information fairly, despite criticism from scientists who did not cite factual errors.
Can Evolution Explain Our Politics? Nicholas Wade Thinks So
Q: Can you remind people what the human genome project was?
The Human Genome Project succeeded in deciphering the full sequence of the human genome in 2003, providing a crucial tool for understanding evolution and human biology.
Politics for the Exhausted American Voter with Jane Coaston
Q: Why do you think conspiracy theories often connect back to sexual deviancy?
Sexual deviance is a strong moral cudgel for many because everyone recognizes it as wrong, allowing it to be used politically as a means to define the other as evil.
Politics for the Exhausted American Voter with Jane Coaston
Q: Given where we are now, what do you think the Republican Party will do after Trump?
There will be attempts to imitate Trump, but many Republicans may misunderstand that his charisma isn't easily replicated, and a focus on demeanor might overshadow substance.

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2. Steven Pinker
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