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Nov 9, 2023 • 32min
Ep. 314 — Media Outrage over DETRANS
Everyone is talking about PragerU’s new short documentary, DETRANS: The Dangers of Gender-Affirming Care, after our takeover on X (formerly Twitter). Dennis reacts to media outrage over the film, which gives a voice to brave detransitioners who were manipulated by social media and pushed by medical professionals to take hormones and undergo surgery only to experience regret. What is so scandalous about DETRANS and is it really “going to get someone killed” as the media suggests? Watch to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 2, 2023 • 36min
Ep. 313 — Who Wants to Control Others?
This podcast explores the desire some individuals have to control others and the potential loss of liberty. They discuss the negative consequences of this behavior in various aspects of life, as well as the decline of masculinity in society. The impact of unusual names on children's lives is also discussed.

Oct 26, 2023 • 34min
Ep. 312 — Your Unhappy Childhood Has an Upside
In this podcast, Dennis Prager discusses the importance of not making snap judgments based on limited interactions. They also explore the impact of a happy childhood on adulthood, emphasizing the need to face challenges early on for personal growth. Additionally, they ponder the existence of UFOs and question why aliens would be interested in Earth.

Oct 19, 2023 • 33min
Ep. 311 — "Palestinian Babies Are as Precious as Israelis!" Tell That to Hamas.
As the war in Gaza rages on, pro-Palestinian sympathizers all over the world (and even in American cities and universities) are blaming Israel for the conflict while chanting, “Gas the Jews!” Dennis debunks the unfounded criticisms against Israel, including the now popular expression, “Palestinian babies are just as precious as Israeli babies.” There is only one side that bears the blame for the blood being shed on both sides of this conflict, and it is not Israel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 12, 2023 • 34min
Ep. 310 — Israel Is at War
Discussion on the intense hatred towards Israel and the Jewish people and the tragic incidents that demonstrate it. Exploring the moral equivalence debate between Israel and its enemies, questioning the cycle of violence and the United States' role. Explaining the importance of promoting American values globally. Exploring the concept of choosing not to be hurt by others and staying calm in the face of negativity.

Oct 5, 2023 • 28min
Ep. 309 — The New York Times Accuses PragerU of Rationalizing Slavery
Now that PragerU is approved for use in schools throughout multiple states across the country, we are under attack from leftist media like never before. Dennis dissects a recent New York Times piece claiming he is a racist, PragerU is propaganda, and PragerU Kids is using Frederick Douglass to rationalize slavery. Are they right? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 28, 2023 • 1h 35min
Ep. 308 — Dennis Prager and Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. joins Dennis for a special discussion about the medical establishment, the CIA, climate change, and more. From hot-button topics and “crazy conspiracy theories” to issues on war, government, and culture, Dennis seeks clarity over agreement as he asks RFK, Jr. thoughtful questions to find out where he stands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 21, 2023 • 30min
Ep. 307 — What Does God Care About Most?
Does God want us to have correct theology, perform rituals, participate in worship, or is there something else that’s more important in God’s eyes? Dennis has a theory about what God values above all else and provides six reasons why he came to this conclusion. Read Dennis’s entire argument in his column, “What Does God Most Care About?” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 14, 2023 • 33min
Ep. 306 — People Don’t Know Real Evil
About half of Americans ages 18-39 cannot identify Auschwitz or any other Nazi death camp, even though most can probably explain preferred pronouns, intersectionality, racism, and sexism. So, why aren’t most students learning anything of importance? Dennis provides three reasons why today's young people are not being taught about real evil. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 7, 2023 • 30min
Ep. 305 — How Can We Explain Bad Religious People?
If religion is supposed to produce good people, how can we explain religious people who are bad? Can we judge an entire religion based on its flawed and imperfect believers? After all, religion is not magic. It’s not a silver bullet and it doesn’t automatically make you happy, holy, or good. But, Dennis argues, religion does make you a better person if you want to be a better person. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


