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The Dissenter

Ricardo Lopes
Philosophy
Sex Work
Mental Health
Pornography
Nietzsche
Evolutionary Biology
Feminism
Misinformation
Evolutionary Psychology
Ethics
Aging
Artificial Intelligence
Economic Inequality
Marxism
Capitalism
Portugal
Natural Selection
Violence Against Women
Morality
Psychology

My name is Ricardo Lopes, and I’m from Portugal. Thank you for visiting my podcast. Over the past few years, I have conducted and released more than 900 interviews and talks with experts and academics from a variety of areas and disciplines, ranging from the Arts and Philosophy to the Social Sciences and Biology. You will certainly find a subject of your interest covered here. New interviews are r... more

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Nuno Pessoa Gil
Psychiatric Doctor at Centro Hospitalar de Tondela-Viseu; Vice President of Sociedade Portuguesa de Suicidologia
Centro Hospitalar de Tondela-Viseu; Sociedade Portuguesa de Suicidologia
Episode: #1258 Nuno Pessoa Gil: Uma Conversa Honesta Sobre Suicídio e Eutanásia Com Um Psiquiatra
Jeffrey Simpson
Distinguished University Teaching Professor and Chair of the Department of Psychology, University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota
Episode: #1257 Jeffry Simpson: Attachment Styles and Interpersonal Relationships
Nathan King
Professor of Philosophy and Edward B. Lindaman Chair at Whitworth University
Whitworth University
Episode: #1256 Nathan King - The Excellent Mind: Intellectual Virtues for Everyday Life
Teresa Baron
Assistant Professor, University of Nottingham (assistant professor role cited in transcript)
University of Nottingham
Episode: #1255 Teresa Baron: The Ethics of Procreation, Pronatalism, and Antinatalism
Lynda Boothroyd
Professor of Psychology at Durham University
Durham University
Episode: #1254 Lynda Boothroyd: How Culture and the Media Shape Gender Differences and Mate Preferences
Ricardo Barroso
Assistant professor, Faculty of Psychology and Education Sciences, University of Porto
University of Porto
Episode: #1253 Ricardo Barroso: Compormento Criminoso, do Ponto de Vista da Psicologia Clínica e da Justiça
Bradley Hillier-Smith
Associate Lecturer at the University of St Andrews; author of The Ethics of State Responses to Refugees
University of St Andrews
Episode: #1251 Bradley Hillier-Smith: The Ethics of State Responses to Refugees
Quill Kukla
Professor of philosophy at Georgetown University, author of Sex Beyond Yes
Georgetown University
Episode: #1250 Quill Kukla - Sex Beyond "Yes": Pleasure and Agency for Everyone
Melissa Shew
Associate Director of Teaching Excellence at Marquette University; Faculty Director of their Executive MBA program
Marquette University
Episode: #1249 Melissa Shew: Women and Intellectual Joy

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Ricardo Lopes
Host of The Dissenter; known for conducting long-form conversations with experts and academics across disciplines.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 183 ratings
  • A thoughtful interviewer who can really stick with his more challenging guests.

    Despite being outrageously prolific (over 1000 episodes with very serious intellectuals) Ricardo asks questions that as far as I can tell, really break the more complicated subject matter down to its basic principles. How he keeps on top of this much different high level knowledge is beyond me and beyond impressive.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ravin Kanga
    Australia2 years ago
  • Exceptional

    Ricardo is a knowledgeable host that clearly loves diving into a wide range of subjects. He’s great at researching the topics being discussed beforehand and asking thoughtful questions that allow for exceptionally interesting and intriguing discussions. Absolutely love this podcast. Do give it a chance. -S

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NickiSteven
    United States2 years ago
  • Informative and Fascinating

    Ricardo gets all kinds of experts on his show to discuss their work in a variety of interesting pioneering scientific efforts. Well worth listening to to stay informed—plus the show is a very enjoyable listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Optimum length
    Canada2 years ago
  • Conversations with academics from many backgrounds

    My favorite podcast. Prolific, diverse subjects and long conversations. Listening to Dissenter made me realize how heavily edited and produced most podcasts are. With Dissenter we’re actually listening to the conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Informed0pinion
    United States3 years ago
  • Good

    Very interesting podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sparkle-heart
    Canada3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Thoughtful, deeply researched conversations that break complex topics down clearly.
Long-form interviews offer more depth than typical podcasts.
Diverse, prolific guests across many fields make it a treasure trove of ideas.
Ricardo asks insightful questions that unlock high-level discussions.

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

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#16
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#214
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#242
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#1256 Nathan King - The Excellent Mind: Intellectual Virtues for Everyday Life
Q: Why do intellectual virtues matter, beyond personal growth?
They improve personal relationships, civil discourse, and democratic deliberation, helping people ask better questions, think autonomously, and collaborate effectively while remaining mindful of cognitive limits and biases.
#1256 Nathan King - The Excellent Mind: Intellectual Virtues for Everyday Life
Q: So, what is the premise of your book and what motivated you to write it?
The book grows out of an education-focused origin, arguing that knowledge alone isn't enough; virtues, especially intellectual virtues, are essential for a complete education and better use of knowledge in thinking, teaching, and civic life.
#1255 Teresa Baron: The Ethics of Procreation, Pronatalism, and Antinatalism
Q: Is anti-natalism a sound philosophical position?
Baron says it has value as a provocative lens to examine why we have children and what makes a life worth bringing into existence, but it is unlikely to persuade the majority to stop reproducing.
#1255 Teresa Baron: The Ethics of Procreation, Pronatalism, and Antinatalism
Q: What are the political and social risks of pro-natalist policies?
She discusses how policies often target women, restrict contraception/abortion access, or provide skewed incentives that fail to address broader social supports, making such policies unethical and ineffective.
#1255 Teresa Baron: The Ethics of Procreation, Pronatalism, and Antinatalism
Q: Should higher meaning or purpose be cited as a justification for having children?
Baron argues that purpose derived from biology or destiny is not easily grounded without a creator, and that humans can create meaning through activities like storytelling, art, and invention rather than procreation alone.

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A rigor-driven interview show that brings academics and experts from philosophy, psychology, science, and social theory into long-form conversations. Episodes tend to center on big ideas: meaning, ethics, human behavior, culture, and the politics of knowledge, often with a cross-disciplinary lens. Listeners can expect thoughtful, deeply researched discussions that probe contested topics with nuance, frequent references to foundational theories, and practical implications for policy, ethics, and everyday life. A notable strength is the host's ability to pull in high-level scholars for sustained, accessible dialogue, making philosophy and science approachable for well-educated, curious audiences. The format often features extended interviews ... more

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