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The Good Fight

Yascha Mounk
Donald Trump
Artificial Intelligence
Democracy
Liberalism
Democratic Party
China
Free Speech
Populism
Social Media
Covid-19
Political Polarization
Identity Politics
Ukraine
United States
Trump Administration
Venezuela
Climate Change
Political Violence
Censorship
Public Policy

"The Good Fight," the podcast that searches for the ideas, policies and strategies that can beat authoritarian populism.Please do listen and spread the word about The Good Fight.If you have not yet signed up for our podcast, please do so now by following this link on your phone.Email: goodfightpod@gmail.comTwitter: @Yascha_MounkWebsite: www.persuasion.community

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Yascha Mounk and Jeremiah Johnson examine the disconnect between economic data and public sentiment about young Americans’ prospects.

Jeremiah Johnson is the co-founder of the Center for New Liberalism. He hosts the New Liberal Podcast and writes at... more

Yascha Mounk and Paige Harden discuss twin studies, heritability research, and why genetic influence varies across different traits and populations.

Kathryn Paige Harden is a professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Texas at Au... more

Yascha Mounk and H.W. Brands discuss the first U.S. president’s life and legacy.

H. W. Brands holds the Jack S. Blanton Sr. Chair in History at the University of Texas at Austin and is the author of more than a dozen biographies and histories. His l... more

Yascha Mounk and James Traub examine how progressive teaching methods are producing citizens who can't think critically.

James Traub is a journalist, author and scholar. He is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations, the New York Institute For ... more

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H. W. Brands
Historian, Jack S. Blanton Sr. Chair in History at the University of Texas at Austin, and author of American Patriarch
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: H.W. Brands on the Making of George Washington
James Traub
Journalist and author of The Cradle of Citizenship
New York Times Magazine
Episode: James Traub on Why American Classrooms Are Failing Democracy
Marc Lipsitch
Senior figure in public health, Harvard professor, Stanford faculty
Harvard University; Stanford University
Episode: Marc Lipsitch on Playing Pandemic Roulette in the Lab
Alvin Roth
Nobel Prize-winning economist at Stanford University, expert in market design and kidney transplantation
Stanford University
Episode: Al Roth on Why People Should Be Free to Sell Their Kidneys
Laurenz Guenther
Research fellow at the Toulouse School of Economics and Institute for Advanced Study in Toulouse
Toulouse School of Economics; Institute for Advanced Study in Toulouse
Episode: Laurenz Guenther on the Representation Gap in Politics
Lant Pritchett
Development economist, Harvard Kennedy School professor, co-founder and research director at Labor Mobility Partnerships
Episode: Lant Pritchett on Why Foreign Aid Misses the Point
Luis Garicano
Professor at the London School of Economics and former Vice President of the Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Europe
London School of Economics
Episode: Luis Garicano on the Economics of Artificial Intelligence
Jacob Mchangama
CEO of a free speech organization; author of The Future of Free Speech
Copenhagen (implied; organization not named in transcript)
Episode: Jacob Mchangama on the Global Free Speech Recession
Michael Shermer
Founder of Skeptic Magazine; author of Truth, What It Is, How to Find It and Why It Still Matters
Skeptic Magazine
Episode: Michael Shermer on Truth and Conspiracy

Host

Yascha Mounk
Host of The Good Fight

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • AI could do this better

    The most peculiar thing about ideologues (and centrist liberals who believe themselves to be non-ideological are the greatest example of this) is how dependably predictable their minds are. History, facts, electoral results, etc… that contradict their ideological positions can always be contextualized as the exception that proves the rule or brushed away as “agree to disagree (but ultimately I’m right wink, wink)”. A little policy nudge here, a think tank report there, sprinkle a light regulatio... more

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    Arnej K
    United States2 months ago
  • Thoughtfully refreshing

    Rapidly becoming one of my favorite podcasts. He brings on very thoughtful guests and is, himself, conscientious and an adroit host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NoNickname4944
    United States4 months ago
  • Just one thing!

    You are a well informed fellow and you interview interesting people. But you have a terrible habit of interrupting your guests, to give a long winded opinion of your own, when we really wanted to hear what the guest was going to say. You would improve your podcast a hundred fold by quitting the verbose interruptions. Otherwise you could quit having guests and just do opinion pieces.

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    lcv147146
    New Zealanda year ago
  • David Leonhardt

    This episode was by far the best explanation of the link between immigration and the rise of the far right I have heard across my rather excessive political podcast listening. The example of Denmark as a country that has managed to see off the right, by in part neutralising the immigration issue. Many thanks Yascha

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    agah1971
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Kevin Mitchell podcast

    This particular podcast was somewhat irritating. Mitchell was no more convincing in the podcast than his book was.

    Yascha tried to gently and patiently push back on Mitchell’s dismissive attitude towards the determinist camp, but with little effect.

    Mitchell again lays out (well), how determinism exists and functions in simple systems… it that at some point magic happens, and the “I” becomes responsible.

    Complexity is an insufficient argument for free will. As with his book, Mitchell actual... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    naturally critical
    Canadaa year ago

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Appreciated for civil, rigorous questioning and nuanced coverage of tough topics.
Thoughtful, deeply informative discussions with strong guests.
Some listeners feel the host interrupts too much, but the substance remains high.

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James Traub on Why American Classrooms Are Failing Democracy
Q: What role do classical schools play, and can their approach be scaled nationwide?
Classical schools are public or charter schools that emphasize books, vocabulary, and rigorous inquiry. The guest suggests these models lead to deeper conversations and stronger reading skills, and they could be generalized as a form of liberal education that raises the level of intellectual engagement.
James Traub on Why American Classrooms Are Failing Democracy
Q: Are American schools doing a good job of educating future citizens? What do they teach about American history?
The guest argues that the core issue isn't simply the content (left-wing vs right-wing narratives) but pedagogy and the ability of students to engage with complex texts, stressing that many students struggle with reading comprehension and meaningful discussion unless taught through a richer, classical curriculum.
Al Roth on Why People Should Be Free to Sell Their Kidneys
Q: Should we abolish any limit on buying and selling kidneys and allow a broader market?
Roth argues that while a fully laissez-faire market is not advisable, starting with targeted, limited experiments (e.g., government payment for donations and non-directed donors) could help test generation of more transplants while building safeguards; broader programs could be considered if small experiments prove safe and effective.
Luis Garicano on the Economics of Artificial Intelligence
Q: What in general do you expect the impact of AI to be on the economy?
AI will likely boost productivity and growth, with large welfare gains from consumer savings and improved services, but the impact on employment will be nuanced due to task-level automation not equaling job elimination, with many roles re-bundling and new opportunities emerging in areas like health, energy, and care. The transition may be gradual and geographically uneven, requiring policy and training responses.
Michael Shermer on Truth and Conspiracy
Q: How do you distinguish between realistic and fringe conspiracy theories, and what criteria guide your evaluation?
He argues that the number of people involved, the level of organization, the presence of a clear paper trail or whistleblower, and the ability of mainstream science to explain the claims all matter; if a theory cannot match the explanatory power of the accepted theory plus its anomalies, it is less credible.

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A thoughtful, idea-driven program that hosts rigorous conversations with experts across politics, economics, public health, education, law, and culture. Episodes frequently explore democracy, free speech, policy design, and how institutions adapt to modern challenges, often weighing trade-offs with nuance rather than partisan certainty. A distinctive strength is the host's deep grounding in political philosophy and history, which yields long-form, evidentiary discussions with guests ranging from university professors to journalists and policy researchers. The show tends to attract listeners who value careful reasoning, civil discourse, and practical implications for understanding current events and public policy. A notable edge is the caden... more

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2. James Traub
3. Marc Lipsitch
4. Alvin Roth
5. Laurenz Guenther
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7. Luis Garicano
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