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The Unspeakable Podcast

Meghan Daum
Artificial Intelligence
Civility
Mental Health
Conflict Resolution
Manners
Etiquette
Israel
Political Correctness
Dating Apps
Influencer Culture
Politics
Human Dignity
Social Class
Luxury Beliefs
Foster Care System
The Coddling Of the American Mind
Cultural Appropriation
Sex
Gender
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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Dr. Andrew Hartz is a practicing clinical psychologist and the founder of the Open Therapy Institute, an organization dedicated to overcoming sociopolitical bias in the mental health field. He was last here in 2023 and returns now to talk about what’... more

Novelist, essayist, and publishing coach Leigh Stein returns to the show to discuss her new gothic-inspired novel, If You’re Seeing This, It’s Meant for You. Set in a Los Angeles “hype house,” the book follows a 39-year-old woman managing a mansion f... more

This week, I welcome back Rob Henderson, the social psychologist, author, and commentator who coined the concept of luxury beliefs: ideas that confer status on the upper class while inflicting real costs on lower-income communities. Rob was last here... more

This is the full version of the Aug 4 episode, now available to all subscribers. 

Author, New York Times columnist, and superstar linguist John McWhorter returns to the pod to catch us up on what’s been on his mind now that the Woke Emergency is o... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Hartz
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Evolutionary biologist and the author of the book 'T: The Story of Testosterone'
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Episode: Do Women Owe Men An Apology? with Dr. Carole Hooven
Rachel Mason
Filmmaker and director of the documentary "Last Take"
Episode: Death On A Movie Set - Rachel Mason on Last Take, her documentary about the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of Rust
Jonathan Gluck
Author of the memoir "An Exercise In Uncertainty"
Episode: What Illness Can Teach Us About Uncertainty - Jonathan Gluck on his new memoir about cancer and coming to terms with not knowing
Caroline Fraser
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Episode: Alma Deutscher's First Dance - The celebrated young composer collaborates with the American Contemporary Ballet

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Meghan Daum
Author, essayist, and host, known for her unique perspective on cultural and societal issues.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • 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 States2 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 States4 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 States5 months ago
  • Interesting POV…

    … and this is, like, good for finding, like, different perspectives,but, like, please, like, listen to some of your guests. iI is hard to, like, take someone seriously when they, like, usie the word “like“ about five times in one sentence.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    TheDudeAbided
    United States7 months ago
  • Keep being “unspeakable”

    Your curiosity of all points of view is needed. May we listen to others, perhaps even read them. Thank you for your Shriver (she’s a brilliant author who is going to speak her mind) interview and a truly important conversation on sports betting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beth Taska
    United States10 months ago

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All The World’s A Hype House: What Leigh Stein's TikTok novel reveals about the way we live now
Q: What is a Hype House and why did you want to spend so much time thinking about such a thing?
A Hype House is a mansion where influencers live and create content, enabling collaboration and audience growth.
What Illness Can Teach Us About Uncertainty - Jonathan Gluck on his new memoir about cancer and coming to terms with not knowing
Q: What was the conversation with your wife like when you ultimately had it?
Jonathan describes a poignant moment when he told his wife Dee Dee about his cancer diagnosis, highlighting the gravity of the situation and her supportive response.
What Illness Can Teach Us About Uncertainty - Jonathan Gluck on his new memoir about cancer and coming to terms with not knowing
Q: Can you describe the origin of your cancer symptomatically?
Gluck narrates the surprising onset of his symptoms which began with a twisted hip that led to a diagnosis of multiple myeloma after persistent pain.
What Illness Can Teach Us About Uncertainty - Jonathan Gluck on his new memoir about cancer and coming to terms with not knowing
Q: Why did you decide to write this book now?
Gluck reflects that the 20th anniversary of his diagnosis provided both a reason and an endpoint for his memoir, allowing him to encapsulate his experiences over two decades.
Why Joni Mitchell Matters - Henry Alford on his book, "I Dream Of Joni: A Portrait of Joni Mitchell in 53 Snapshots”
Q: What is your relationship to Joni Mitchell? Why did you want to do this book?
Henry Alford shares that his Joni fandom began in his teen years after a personal loss, where he found comfort in her album 'Blue'.

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Unique in its approach, this series prioritizes candid reflections and unpre... more

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