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The Dishcast with Andrew Sullivan

Andrew Sullivan
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Recent Guests

Tom Junod
Author and journalist discussed in-depth his memoir and father figure
Senior writer at ESPN (as noted in transcript)
Episode: Tom Junod On Masculinity And His Dad
Greg Lukianoff
President of FIRE (Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression)
Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE)
Episode: Greg Lukianoff On Free Speech Fights
Jeffrey Toobin
Lawyer, author, columnist
The New Yorker, The New York Times
Episode: Jeffrey Toobin On The Pardon Power
Derek Thompson
Writer and editor, long-time The Atlantic contributor; author and Substack creator
The Atlantic; Plain English (Substack)
Episode: Derek Thompson On Meaning In Our Web World
Tom Holland
Historian, translator, and podcaster; author of Rubicon, Persian Fire, and Dominion
Historian and author
Episode: Tom Holland On Our Christian World
Jonah Goldberg
Journalist, author, blogger, former National Review Online contributor
The Dispatch; National Review; The Corner
Episode: Jonah Goldberg On Conservatism, Blogging, Dogs
Matt Goodwin
Author, pollster, campaigner and policy advisor
GB News; Substack author; Reform UK's Students for Reform (honorary president)
Episode: Matt Goodwin On The Earthquake In UK Politics
Eli Lake
Former national security correspondent; commentator and analyst
The Free Press / Commentary Magazine / The Re-Education / Daily Beast
Episode: Eli Lake On Israel And The Iran War
Kathryn Paige Harden
Geneticist, author, professor at University of Texas at Austin
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: Kathryn Paige Harden On Genes And Morality

Host

Andrew Sullivan
Host and commentator known for his incisive political analysis and deep engagement with contemporary issues.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Ideologically Blind

    Repeatedly falls short as a credible thinker due to ideological blindness

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    1
    Lucite75
    Israel2 months ago
  • Stop talking/shouting over your guests

    Good content, high intellectual engagement on important topics. Sometimes gets a bit trivial (does anyone want to know that the host gets high and goes to leather events etc?) and Andrew’s interview style isn’t just often hectoring it verges often on bullying (see Eli Lake episode). Sometimes suspiciously aggressive on immigration (why the fixation on “non-white immigration?) and appears to be stridently anti-Israel.

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    3
    Stickstonan
    United States2 months ago
  • Disappointed

    Found this podcast by way of the Eli Lake episode on Iran. Subscribed. Made it halfway through the first episode and I’m unsubscribed again. Disappointed to here Andrew Sullivan, who I have taken to be deserving of respect, peddle the same garbage conspiracies about Israeli control of US policy as the lunatics on the far left and right.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    dadthemad
    United States2 months ago
  • Interrupts constantly

    Wanted to listen to the Eli Lake convo but he could barely get a thought out without Sullivan interrupting

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    2
    Kodys_ex_wives
    Canada2 months ago
  • A fan but…

    … I’d enjoy this podcast much more if Andrew could ask shorter, single idea questions and interrupt his guests a little less. Take a leaf out of Tyler Cowen’s book?

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    Lifeclearout
    United Kingdom3 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging and thoughtful nature of the conversations, complimenting the quality of guests and discussions.

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#243
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#99
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#126
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#139
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#186
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Greg Lukianoff On Free Speech Fights
Q: Let's talk about your dad. We normally start with family. So tell me, where did you, where were you born? And where did you grow up?
Greg explains he was born in Manhattan, grew up in Danbury, Connecticut, and describes a diverse, immigrant-influenced neighborhood that shaped his views on individuality and authority.
Tom Holland On Our Christian World
Q: What sparked your interest in Romans and early Christianity, and how did that lead to your exploration of their impact on modern life?
The guest explains how studying the Romans and the crucifixion as a symbol helped him see Christianity as a transformative upheaval with lasting aftershocks in Western civilization.
Tom Holland On Our Christian World
Q: Tell me, where were you born and where did you grow up?
The guest describes being born in Oxford, growing up in Salisbury, and how a lifelong interest in history shaped his understanding of past civilizations and their legacies.
Eli Lake On Israel And The Iran War
Q: How did a former peace-oriented, left-leaning activist become a ferocious defender of Israel and pro-war in defense of security needs?
The guest explains a gradual evolution shaped by witnessing regional threats, shifts in U.S. policy, and a reassessment of threats, including Iran and Islamic militancy, which reframed his prior pacifist stances into a more security-driven stance that still weighs peace process possibilities but prioritizes Israel's security concerns.
Michael Pollan On The Mystery Of Consciousness
Q: How do you get from neurons to subjective experience in consciousness?
Many theories attempt to explain this but ultimately face significant challenges, revealing the complexity of consciousness.

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This podcast features in-depth discussions focused on contemporary political issues, cultural dynamics, and personal experiences. Listeners can expect engaging interviews with various guests, where topics range from the intricacies of U.S. politics to personal reflections on life experiences and societal changes. The conversations often reflect on the evolution of political thought, the nature of conservatism and liberalism, and the impact of notable historical figures on today's landscape. A unique aspect is the host's thoughtful approach, blending personal anecdotes with broader societal discussions, fostering dialogues that challenge conventional perspectives and encourage nuanced understanding.

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4. Derek Thompson
5. Tom Holland
6. Jonah Goldberg
7. Matt Goodwin
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