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Uncertain Things

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Donald Trump
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Higher Education
Human Rights
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Iranian Revolution
Middle East Conflict
Zionism
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Elite Colleges

Everything is broken. Adaam James Levin-Areddy and Vanessa M. Quirk, two jaded journos, interview people far wiser than themselves and ask: "now what?" uncertain.substack.com

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New York Times columnist, co-host of Advisory Opinions and The Dispatch Podcast, and Nashville-based evangelical, David French, returns to the pod once again. This time, we had one big question on our minds: What’s with all the Christianity cosplayin... more

Journalist Ben Dreyfuss (writer of Calm Down and co-host of Central Air) joins us for a conversational grab bag: Zohran Mamdani’s agenda; the Left’s ideologues (and how to distinguish them from the cosplayers); the challenge of maintaining personal r... more

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Adaam is joined by James Lindsay, author of Cynical Theories and founder of New Discourses, to play the epistemology drinking game: you take a shot every time either speaker uses the word! They talk about how higher education in America became a rack... more

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Anthropologist Adam Louis-Klein was in the Amazon on October 9th, when he went online and learned what had happened two days previously. Almost immediately, he also discovered something else: his left-wing colleagues in the academy were ready to ostr... more

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Recent Guests

Nancy Rommelmann
Seasoned journalist and podcaster, known for her work in Portland
Episode: ICE, Klein, Coates (w/ Nancy Rommelmann)
Christine Rosen
Author and speaker known for her exploration of technology and human experience.
Episode: The Lost Pleasures of Discomfort (w/ Christine Rosen)
Ruth Wisse
Senior Fellow at the Tikvah Organization, author of Jews and Power
Tikvah Organization
Episode: Thou Shalt Not Be a Socialist (Ruth Wisse)
Coleman Hughes
Author of The End of Race Politics, Arguments for a Colorblind America
Episode: The Mood Music of Anti-Racism (Coleman Hughes)
Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib
Resident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council and director of Realign for Palestine.
Atlantic Council
Episode: The Hope for Gaza (w/ Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib)
Nadine Strossen
Former president of the ACLU and co-author of The War on Words
ACLU
Episode: The Enemies of Free Speech (w/ Greg Lukianoff & Nadine Strossen)
Greg Lukianoff
President of FIRE and co-author of The War on Words
FIRE (Foundation for Individual Rights in Education)
Episode: The Enemies of Free Speech (w/ Greg Lukianoff & Nadine Strossen)
Brianna Wu
Executive director of Rebellion Pack and Democratic fundraiser
Rebellion Pack
Episode: When My Team Became an Online Mob (w/ Brianna Wu)
Tomer Persico
Author and expert on liberalism
Author of 'Liberalism'
Episode: How the Modern World Self-Destructs (w/ Tomer Persico)

Hosts

Adaam James Levin-Areddy
Co-host known for engaging discussions in political discourse and cultural critique, drawing from his background in journalism.
Vanessa M. Quirk
Co-host with a strong interest in societal issues, offering thoughtful perspectives alongside her counterpart.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 218 ratings
  • I wanted to like it

    Sounded promising, unfortunately just screeching sound bites and name calling. The world already provides this type of discourse at every turn. I desire and crave more substance.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Addaloria
    United States2 years ago
  • “The Left Hates Jews”

    Yall good ?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    MustBTrouble
    United States2 years ago
  • Shouty annoying host ruins it.

    This is an interesting podcast, with intelligent hosts & guests. But. But the male host comes across like a bully, specifically in relation to his female co-host. If he cld tone it down a bit, & chill out, it’d be a so much more enjoyable a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Enough Trump.
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Unique, on point, intellectually honest

    A refreshingly sincere inquiry into important topics, with a good dash of much-needed courage to explore controversial topics without pandering to any particular crowd. Highly recommend, keep up the good work Uncertain Things!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M. Caravaggio
    United States4 years ago
  • Good content

    Quality audio (most of the time), good interviewers, and intelligent guest from all sides of the political platform. They are kinda like a more diverse/underground version of the Joe Roagan show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Creighster
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Engaging and thoughtful discussions on complex topics.
Critics note that the tone can be confrontational at times, especially regarding one of the hosts. The podcast may lack substance for some.
Listeners appreciate the variety of guests and the depth of discussions, which challenge established norms.
Hosts are considered sophisticated and intelligent by many listeners.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Law Is How We Deal With Our Mistakes (Alan Dershowitz)
Q: You see that as a story of usurpation and the consolidation of rabbinical power at the expense of the law. I just wanted to challenge you that I see that as the assertion of civil law.
And I think you're right. I think you make a good point.
The Law Is How We Deal With Our Mistakes (Alan Dershowitz)
Q: Can I ask you one Talmudic question before you go?
Sure, of course.
The Law Is How We Deal With Our Mistakes (Alan Dershowitz)
Q: Is there no other issue at stake? Is there no potential abstract value of not punishing a person preemptively?
Sure. I mean, we basically say our jurisprudence is based on not punishing people preemptively, but we do it all the time.
When My Team Became an Online Mob (w/ Brianna Wu)
Q: Can you give our listeners a quick background of how you found yourself in politics?
Brianna Wu talks about her experiences in gamergate and how it led to her involvement in politics.
Disgusting 'Journalists' (w/ Batya Ungar-Sargon)
Q: How has your emotional and analytical trajectory changed over the past week and a half?
Batya discusses her evolving feelings of rage, grief, and the struggle to maintain intellectual clarity while being affected by recent tragic events.

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The content revolves around contemporary societal issues, political discourse, and cultural critique, featuring deep discussions with a range of knowledgeable guests. The hosts engage in thoughtful dialogues that tackle complex topics, such as race relations, anti-Zionism, the nuances of free speech, liberalism, and contemporary political movements, allowing listeners to gain multiple perspectives on often divisive subjects. The podcast is characterized by its intellectual rigor and openness to diverse viewpoints, encouraging curiosity and critical thinking among its audience. Notably, the dynamic between the hosts adds an engaging layer to the discussions, reflecting their backgrounds in journalism and passion for exploring intricate socie... more

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Recent guests on Uncertain Things include:

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2. Christine Rosen
3. Ruth Wisse
4. Coleman Hughes
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8. Brianna Wu

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