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Quillette Podcast

Quillette
Anti-Zionism
Identity Politics
Caster Semenya
Imane Khelif
Zionism
Language
Disorder Of Sexual Development (DSD)
Women's Boxing
Jean-Paul Sartre
Stokely Carmichael
Frantz Fanon
Trans Rights
Free Speech
Reality
Edinburgh Rape Crisis Centre
Olympics
Braver Angels
Harvard University
Civil Rights Movement
Current US College Protests

The Quillette Podcast is a platform for rigorous, academic discussions rooted in common sense and free inquiry. Non-dogmatic and grounded in liberal values, the podcast serves as a beacon for thoughtful conversation on science, politics, philosophy, and culture. Quillette prides itself on intellectual honesty, avoiding ideological extremism in favor of evidence-based reasoning and progress. Hosted... more

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Latest Episodes

Quillette podcast host Jonathan Kay speaks with journalist Adam Zivo about the 10 February school shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia—a mass murder perpetrated by a trans-identified male gunman who was initially identified by police and journ... more

Managing Editor Iona Italia talks to writer Lionel Shriver about her new novel, A Better Life, which tackles the theme of immigration.

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Quillette podcast host Jonathan Kay speaks with B.C. politician Dallas Brodie about why her province continues to promote dubious social-justice policies and myths—including the false claim that 215 dead Indigenous children were discovered four years... more

Managing Editor Iona Italia talks to Tiffany Jenkins about her fascinating and provocative new history, 'Strangers and Intimates: The Rise and Fall of Private Life.'

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Recent Guests

Lionel Shriver
American novelist and journalist, author of 18 novels and a collection of essays.
Episode: Guests of the Nation
Dallas Brodie
Controversial politician in British Columbia, formerly affiliated with the Conservative Party
1BC political party
Episode: British Columbia’s Radical Political Landscape
Tiffany Jenkins
Historian and author of 'Strangers and Intimates: The Rise and Fall of Private Life.'
Episode: The Demise of Private Life
Graham Majin
TV journalist and senior lecturer in documentary journalism at Bournemouth University
Bournemouth University
Episode: Understanding Journalistic Groupthink
Roya Hakakian
A Jewish-Iranian poet, journalist, and writer who has authored several books and writes extensively on the Iranian theocracy.
Episode: Fighting for Freedom in Iran
Dr. David Weitzner
Associate Professor of Management at York University and author of the book "Thinking Like a Human".
York University
Episode: How to Think Like a Human
Robin Pierson
London-based podcaster known for the History of Byzantium podcast
History of Byzantium
Episode: Christmas in Byzantium
Roy Ratnavel
Tamil-Canadian business executive, philanthropist, and author
Episode: Sri Lankan by Birth, Tamil by Heritage, Canadian by Choice
John Mullan
Professor of English Literature at University College London and Jane Austen scholar
University College London
Episode: The Genius of Jane Austen

Hosts

Iona Italia
Iona Italia is a host known for engaging discussions related to cultural and social issues, focusing on gender dynamics and societal norms.
Jonathan Kay
Jonathan Kay is a host and journalist known for his analytical and critical approach towards contemporary issues, often providing a platform for diverse viewpoints.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • Fix the website

    I get emails from quillette with articles, but to read them I need to click on “read now“ a link to quillette.com which simply cannot be opened. I just get a white page. Are the thought police censoring quillette, or is the website taken down and the emails Phishing? Podcast is good though.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Solomon now
    Australia3 months ago
  • The background music during monologues neither sets tone nor enhances. It is quite distracting, actually.

    Podcast Addict
    2
    Cahn Bun Bah
    3 months ago
  • Iona italia

    Used to listen but stopped due to Iona Italian’s insipid delivery. From the other reviews, I see that I’m not the only one.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Annannnxxxx
    United States5 months ago
  • Really interesting subject matter ruined by constant interruptions by the interviewer.

    Podcast Addict
    2
    johnjcanavan
    7 months ago
  • Iona’s voice..

    I’m sorry I cannot listen to Iona’s voice. That sounds mean, but it’s the truth. I cannot listen anymore. Unsubscribe. Sorry.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    csue.ben
    Australia7 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the in-depth conversations and academic rigor of discussions, which often tackle complex societal issues.
Feedback indicates a divide in reception regarding hosts, with some praising the analytical abilities of Jonathan Kay while others criticize Iona Italia's delivery style.
Several reviews highlight a perceived bias in topics, prompting discussions about representational fairness and ideological pitfalls.
The podcast is noted for promoting common sense and free inquiry, drawing a loyal audience who values rigorous debate and diverse viewpoints.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#164
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Apple Podcasts
#63
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Apple Podcasts
#116
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Apple Podcasts
#178
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Apple Podcasts
#65
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Apple Podcasts
#192
Australia/News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Guests of the Nation
Q: Are you kind of playing with the idea of, is it also a playful commentary in your writing?
When I'm writing that, I'm not thinking, this is a playful comment on my writing. I'm thinking about Nico's real motivation because he knew that there's more than one point in the book where he's pushing this alternative interpretation of events that makes Martine seem, as he puts it, like a lying sack of shit.
Guests of the Nation
Q: Do you want to talk about your initial choice to make the characters Honduran, and what that was based on, and why you began there?
I did want to look at the American immigration situation, which entails some Muslim immigrants, and it's an issue. But primarily, the immigrants to the US were from this hemisphere, from the American hemisphere.
British Columbia’s Radical Political Landscape
Q: How did BC in particular become so radicalized on so many policy issues?
Dallas shared that British Columbia has been drawing in individuals from other regions due to its permissive social policies, and the progressive movement has taken root over the past 20-25 years.
Fighting for Freedom in Iran
Q: What is supporting the regime within Iran?
It is unclear what entities support the regime today, but there are pragmatic elements within the Iranian leadership who recognize their need to adapt or risk losing power.
Fighting for Freedom in Iran
Q: Do you think that there is anything different about these protests?
These protests differ from previous movements as they arise during a period of significant geopolitical weakness for Iran, and demonstrate a clear demand for regime change rather than electoral fairness.

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Content from a diverse array of topics, focusing primarily on science, politics, culture, and philosophy, underscores the essence of the discussions. Noteworthy themes include marriage dynamics, societal shifts regarding gender identity, issues surrounding anti-Semitism and media criticism, and the challenges faced in academia due to ideological pressures. The conversations are often grounded in recent cultural phenomena such as the emergence of 'woke' culture and the implications for free speech, reflecting a commitment to intellectual rigor. Unique perspectives from guests span various fields, providing a platform for discourse that questions mainstream narratives and encourages listeners to think critically about contemporary societal ch... more

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Recent guests on Quillette Podcast include:

1. Lionel Shriver
2. Dallas Brodie
3. Tiffany Jenkins
4. Graham Majin
5. Roya Hakakian
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