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Heterodox Out Loud

Heterodox Academy
Academic Freedom
Higher Education
Heterodox Academy
Campus Protests
Political Polarization
Diversity In Faculty Hiring
Anxiety
Free Speech
Cancel Culture
Public Health
Mental Health
Censorship
UK Higher Education Reform Act
Institutional Neutrality
Covid-19
Reacting To the Past
Social Media
University Divestment Movement
Students For Justice In Palestine
Hillel International

Heterodox Out Loud, hosted by HxA president, John Tomasi, is an ongoing podcast featuring conversations with people across the academy and beyond. Listen to insightful, thought-provoking episodes from the HxA community by adding our podcast to your lineup.

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Can colleges be engines of rigorous civil debate, or are self-censorship and fear stifling the next generation of thinkers? Today, we welcome Chancellor Andrew Martin of Washington University in St. Louis, a leading scholar and administrator recogniz... more

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Why does a self-described “gay, atheistic Jewish guy” argue that America needs more Christianity right now? In this thought-provoking episode, Jonathan Rauch, author, Brookings Institution senior fellow, and newly appointed board member of Heterodox ... more

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Trust in universities has cratered, ideological divisions are deepening, and the future of higher education is hotly contested. How do we repair our academic institutions without tearing them down entirely? Today on Heterodox Out Loud, host John Toma... more

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Can artificial intelligence transform how we navigate the most challenging dialogues on campus? Join us for a thought-provoking episode featuring philosopher and educator Simon Cullen, as he unveils his pioneering work at the intersection of educatio... more

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Recent Guests

Joe Cohn
Policy Director at Heterodox Academy, former head of government relations for FIRE, and a practicing lawyer focused on First Amendment issues.
Heterodox Academy
Episode: Trump vs. Academia: Inside the Battle Over Campus Speech with Joe Cohn | Ep 33
Cary Nelson
Author and professor, known for his work on academic freedom and anti-Semitism in higher education
Emeritus Professor at the University of Illinois
Episode: Confronting Anti-Semitism in Higher Education with Cary Nelson | Ep 32
Keith Whittington
David Boise Professor of Law at Yale Law School and Director of the Center for Academic Freedom and Free Speech
Yale Law School
Episode: The Classroom Legislative Battle with Keith Whittington | Ep 23
Anthony Leaker
Senior lecturer in cultural and critical theory at the University of Brighton, and author of 'Against Free Speech'.
University of Brighton
Episode: Against Free Speech with Anthony Leaker | Ep 21
Kathleen Stock
British philosopher and commentator on gender identity issues
University of Sussex
Episode: Trans Rights and Gender Identity with Kathleen Stock | Ep. 19
Elizabeth Weiss
Anthropologist and visiting fellow at Heterodox Academy's Segal Center for Academic Pluralism.
Formerly professor at San Jose State University
Episode: Sex, Anthropology, and Cancellation with Elizabeth Weiss | Ep. 18
Jonathan Haidt
Author of The Anxious Generation and co-founder of Heterodox Academy
Heterodox Academy
Episode: The Anxious Generation Goes to College with Jonathan Haidt | Ep. 15
Azim Shariff
Canada 150 Research Chair and professor of psychology
University of British Columbia
Episode: Rethinking DEI in Higher Education with Azim Shariff | Ep. 14
Mark Carnes
Professor at Barnard College, creator of Reacting to the Past
Barnard College
Episode: What Happens When Students Take Over the Class with Mark Carnes | Ep. 12

Host

John Tomasi
Host of discussions featuring a variety of guests across academic and practical fields, focusing on complex societal issues like polarization and higher education.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 155 ratings
  • The kind of conversations we need in a polarized, angry world

    Podcast Addict
    5
    soufee108
    a year ago
  • Concern Citizen

    I stumbled upon this Podcast series recently after following Jonathan Haight’s talk about the extreme polarity happening in the society today. This series has awaken my inner humanists and the yearn for opening the dialogues between today’s society divide. I hope we can bring your program to New Zealand universities soon.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaci296
    New Zealand2 years ago
  • Thumbs up to Alexandra Lysova

    Great interview with Alexandra Lysova. Anyone interested in the work of HxA should listen to this. She has done some awesome work in moving the needle.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SVKrist
    United States2 years ago
  • Interesting but let guests driver conversation

    Great topics and interesting guests. However, at times frustrating to listen, speakers interrupt each other, and I feel that the host wants to talk and drive conversation too much. I listen to hear the guests speak, and am less engaged when the host interrupts or overly tries to “keep things on track”.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    B-listens-to-podcasts
    Canada2 years ago
  • Excellent content

    But I wish the host would stop misusing the word, “blog.”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Teal Ehm
    Canada4 years ago

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There is a positive response to the exploration of complex issues without oversimplification, leading to rich discussions on important societal matters.
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Many express a desire for more constructive dialogue and less interruption from the host during conversations.

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Rebuilding Trust in Higher Ed with Chancellor Andrew Martin | Ep 39
Q: Can you say a bit about your teaching First Amendment class?
Martin discusses his course, which focuses on the foundations of free speech and includes simulations for students to engage with real-life cases.
How Can We Fix Our Universities Without Burning Them Down? With Michael Roth | Ep 37
Q: Do you think that the lack of ideological diversity contributes to grievances?
Roth acknowledges that although ideological diversity is important, grievances are shaped by deeper cultural dynamics.
How Can We Fix Our Universities Without Burning Them Down? With Michael Roth | Ep 37
Q: What would it take to restore some trust?
Roth suggests that institutions need to actively engage and promote their value and effectiveness to win back trust.
Is Sociology Broken? Jukka Savolainen on Ideology and Reform | Ep 35
Q: How did you come to Heterodox Academy and what role do you play?
I have been a member since its inception and now serve as a moderator for HxSociology to help invigorate the community.
Is Sociology Broken? Jukka Savolainen on Ideology and Reform | Ep 35
Q: Can it happen from within?
There is a critical mass of people who believe sociology has a problem and a need for change.

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This ongoing series features in-depth conversations tackling significant societal challenges, primarily focusing on themes of polarization, higher education, and civil discourse. Episodes bring together thoughtful discussions around political biases, the challenges faced by educational institutions, and the need for open dialogue among diverse perspectives. Engaging with a variety of guests, including academics and practitioners, the podcast frequently examines the intersection of ideology and education, encouraging listeners to reflect on complex issues that affect democracy and civic engagement. Unique in its approach, it emphasizes understanding and reasoning over simple answers, aiming to foster a community committed to respectful disco... more

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2. Cary Nelson
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6. Elizabeth Weiss
7. Jonathan Haidt
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