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The Unspeakeasy With Meghan Daum

Meghan Daum
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Dave Hollis

Author, essayist and journalist Meghan Daum has spent decades giving voice—and bringing nuance, humor and surprising perspectives—to things that lots of people are thinking but are afraid to say out loud. Now, she brings her observations to the realm of conversation. In candid, free-ranging interviews, Meghan talks with artists, entertainers, journalists, scientists, scholars, and anyone else who'... more

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Time for another reunion! Sarah Haider, Meghan's co-host on the late, great A Special Place In Hell, has a lot to say about the Epstein files, so she visited the podcast to unload. After opening the episode with an homage to the classic intro from ou... more

A special solo episode! Now out from behind the paywall. As a recent bonus episode for subscribers, Meghan recorded some thoughts about a media dustup that was making her head explode. In the wake of the latest Epstein document dump, a smaller, unrel... more

Is it really true that no one—or at least no one under 30—is having sex anymore? In this episode, Meghan talks with neuroscientist, author, and former sex researcher Dr. Debra Soh about her new book Sextinction: The Decline of Sex and the Future of I... more

In this episode, Meghan talks with science writer and professional skeptic Michael Shermer about his new book Truth: What It Is, How to Find It, and Why It Still Matters, and about why agreeing on basic facts has become so difficult, even when everyo... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Debra Soh
Neuroscientist, author, columnist, and commentator
Episode: Is Sex With Another Human A Thing Of The Past? with Dr. Debra Soh
Michael Shermer
Science writer and historian of science, known for his work on skepticism and belief formation
Founder of the Skeptics Society and publisher of Skeptic Magazine
Episode: A Post-Truth World Is Not Acceptable, with Michael Shermer
Lili Anolik
Author known for her biographies on Eve Babitz and Joan Didion.
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Episode: The Secrets of Joan Didion. The Secret of Eve Babitz, with Lili Anolik
Thomas Beller
Writer and editor, Author of Degas at the Gas Station
Tulane University
Episode: Fatherhood As Literary Art, with Thomas Beller
Dr. Sally Satel
Psychiatrist and writer who has spent decades working on the front lines of addiction and mental illness
Episode: Should We Bring Back Asylums? with Dr. Sally Satel
Ben Appel
Author, activist, and cultural commentator focused on gender and social justice issues.
Cis White Gay, The Making of a Gender Heretic
Episode: The Making of A Gender Heretic, with Ben Appel
Dr. Sunita Puri
Author and palliative care physician
University of California, Irvine
Episode: How Do You Want Your Life To End? with Dr. Sunita Puri
Helen Andrews
Writer and commentator, former senior editor at the American Conservative, author of 'Boomers, The Men and Women Who Promised Freedom and Delivered Disaster'
American Conservative
Episode: Have Women Ruined The World? Helen Andrews on The Great Feminization
Olga Khazan
Writer for The Atlantic and author of 'Me, But Better, The Science and Promise of Personality Change'
The Atlantic
Episode: Does Your Personality Stink? There's Hope!

Host

Meghan Daum
Author, essayist, and journalist known for her nuanced insights into contemporary society and cultural critiques. Daum engages deeply with her guests, fostering discussions that are candid and often touch on the 'unspeakable' topics that many avoid, making her an adept facilitator of complex dialogues.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Used to be

    Daum and Daumer probably uses methylene blue at this point. You just many irresponsible, uninformed and small minded things to say…for sure an affinity to hating on younger women, especially if they’re mothers. Also a zinonista.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Amasar
    United States2 months ago
  • Helen Andrews show was great!!

    Megan’s interview with Helen was very good. I enjoy listening to Megan for her heterodox views on topics impacting society. Her conversation with Helen on the impacts of increasing feminization on society was enlightening. This was especially true for someone like me who has worked in an organization and research field that has gone from gender parity to female dominated during his career.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dswunsch
    United States4 months ago
  • By far…

    Still hate listening. Lionel Shriver. Where do I start. What a horrible horrible dude. Cheering on Stephen Miller policies. Gross. Not nuanced. You pushed back——a little bit I guess. Please have it.s pat back. I can’t stop thinking about how much it made me furious

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EchoparkJimmy
    United States7 months ago
  • Good show

    Thanks so much for the Sherman Alexi update. Been reading him for decades and really liked his podcast with Jess Walter. Really hope he can get published again

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SouthernBaker
    United States9 months ago
  • Moon Zappa

    Awesome episode, fantastic interview and discussion, relatable for us GenXers, boundarylessly raised, would love more of this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1pumpkin1pie1eater1
    United States10 months ago

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Many find the host's approach refreshing and brave, often valuing the willingness to engage with controversial figures and ideas.
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There are occasional critiques regarding the alignment with guests' views, suggesting a desire for broader debate and representation in discussions.

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Is Sex With Another Human A Thing Of The Past? with Dr. Debra Soh
Q: Do you think the dynamics differ for same-sex couples?
Yes, gay couples tend to communicate their wants more clearly, which may lead to more efficient interactions on dating apps.
Is Sex With Another Human A Thing Of The Past? with Dr. Debra Soh
Q: What do you think is causing the decline in sex among younger generations?
Factors include the rise of technology, dating apps, and a shift in societal expectations that diminish in-person interactions.
Is Sex With Another Human A Thing Of The Past? with Dr. Debra Soh
Q: What was it like to publish a book in 2020?
It was challenging as the climate was intense, and many became reluctant to speak up due to backlash from trans activists.
Should We Bring Back Asylums? with Dr. Sally Satel
Q: What do you think can be done about the current crisis with mental health?
We need to change laws to allow more hospital beds and clinics that can adequately care for the severely mentally ill.
Should We Bring Back Asylums? with Dr. Sally Satel
Q: What are the standards for commitment?
The first is the danger standard, then the grave disability standard, and finally the psychiatric deterioration standard.

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