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Want to know what comes next in politics, culture, and libertarian ideas? Reason’s Nick Gillespie hosts relentlessly interesting interviews with the activists, artists, authors, entrepreneurs, newsmakers, and politicians who are defining the 21st century.

The Reason Interview With Nick Gillespie


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    The Reason Interview with Nick Gillespie is a podcast that offers a wide range of topics and guests, making it an interesting listen for anyone looking to expand their knowledge and understanding of various issues. While some may see Reason Magazine as a gateway drug to libertarianism, the podcast itself goes beyond political ideology and focuses on engaging conversations with guests from all walks of life. Host Nick Gillespie is known for his easy-going style and ability to bring out the best in his guests, creating an enjoyable listening experience.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the range of topics covered. From discussions on cultural references, current events, and social issues to interviews with authors, journalists, and intellectuals, there's something for everyone. The show manages to tackle these subjects in a way that is informative and thought-provoking without being overly biased or one-sided. Nick Gillespie's skill as an interviewer shines through as he navigates these conversations with intelligence and humor.

    Another positive aspect of The Reason Interview is its ability to challenge listeners' opinions and beliefs. The podcast doesn't shy away from controversial or difficult topics, but rather encourages open dialogue and exploration of different perspectives. This allows listeners to expand their worldview and engage in critical thinking.

    However, one drawback of the podcast is Nick Gillespie's tendency to interrupt guests or dominate the conversation at times. While his humor and personality add charm to the show, some listeners may find it distracting when he takes over or cuts off his guests before they can fully express their thoughts. This can detract from the overall listening experience.

    In conclusion, The Reason Interview with Nick Gillespie offers a refreshing take on various subjects through engaging conversations with a diverse range of guests. While there are moments where Nick Gillespie's interview style may be seen as problematic, overall it remains an informative and thought-provoking podcast worth listening to. Whether you're interested in politics, culture, or current events, this podcast provides a platform for intelligent discourse and exploration of different perspectives.



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    Scott Barry Kaufman: Incels, Narcissists, and the Victim Mindset

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 51:38


    Psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman joins Nick Gillespie to discuss toxic identity politics, the rise of grievance-based thinking, and why true self-actualization requires moving beyond victimhood.

    Kennedy: A Gen X Rebel's Journey From MTV to Fox News

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 48:30


    The Fox News personality reflects on her evolution from a contrarian Republican to a libertarian and her belief that personal freedom, humor, and not giving a shit are the keys to a better America.

    Helen Lewis: The Dark Side of Genius

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 95:14


    In The Genius Myth, the journalist delivers a sharp, funny takedown of our obsession with "brilliant" men, showing that behind every so-called genius is a crowd and a big PR machine.

    Lawrence Wright: America's Misadventures in Wars, Cults, and Panics

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 63:45


    The Pulitzer Prize–winning author discusses the enduring roots of Middle Eastern conflict, the rise and fall of cultural panics, and why Texas may be the blueprint—and battleground—for America's future.

    C. Bradley Thompson and Jeremiah Johnson: Rise of the 'MAGA Manosphere'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 61:43


    Did mainstream conservatives and libertarians lose a generation of young men to the reactionary right?

    Brian Brushwood: Why We Fall for Scams

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 51:29


    Magician and podcaster Brian Brushwood talks about deception and skepticism while exploring historical hoaxes, the psychology of magic, the libertarian dystopia of Epcot, and the story behind World's Greatest Con.

    Robert Rosenkranz: How To Use Stoicism To Build a Meaningful Life

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 51:58


    The billionaire philanthropist explores how stoic philosophy shaped his views on capitalism, politics, and philanthropy, arguing for rational optimism, individual responsibility, and civil public discourse as foundations for life.

    Richard Dawkins: Why Atheism Is Winning

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 94:07


    The evolutionary biologist challenges modern dogmas, defends scientific objectivity, and warns against the rise of ideological orthodoxy in society.

    Billionaire Cliff Asness: Can Technology Outrun 'Stupider and Stupider' Government?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 51:57


    Co-founder of AQR Capital Management, Cliff Asness, discusses the decline of market efficiency, the dangers of populist economics, and his libertarian outlook on capitalism.

    Steven Pinker: Can Harvard Be Saved?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 59:26


    The Harvard psychologist discusses recent gains for free speech at Harvard, growing political and ideological threats to academic freedom, and the importance of shared knowledge in sustaining truth and progress.

    John Arnold: Government Can't Be Trusted To Fix Any Problems

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 51:02


    John Arnold argues that private markets solve problems better than government or philanthropy, and that real reform comes from decentralization, incentives, and evidence—not top-down control.

    Jeffrey Singer: Get Government Out of Health Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 52:04


    Longtime surgeon and Cato Institute fellow Jeffrey Singer argues that government overreach in health care undermines patient autonomy.

    Jason Furman: Why Everyone Is Wrong About the Economy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 53:23


    Former Obama administration economic adviser Jason Furman explains why both major parties have abandoned economic reality in favor of political fantasy.

    Mark Clifford: A Political Prisoner Fights for Free Speech in China

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 58:21


    The former editor in chief of the South China Morning Post discusses his book on Jimmy Lai, who is currently on trial in Hong Kong for having the audacity to stand up to the government.

    Leigh Stein and Julius Taranto: Did Wokeness and Trump Kill Literary Satire?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 52:15


    The novelists join the podcast for a sharp, satirical dive into fiction, free speech, and the absurdity of modern culture.

    James Fadiman and Jordan Gruber: Psychedelics Legalization Will Continue No Matter Who Is President

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 58:48


    Authors James Fadiman and Jordan Gruber discuss their new book Microdosing for Health, Healing, and Enhanced Performance.

    Brian Doherty: The Fascinating Women and Weirdos Who Founded Libertarianism

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 63:53


    Reason Senior Editor Brian Doherty explores the evolution of libertarian thought in his new book.

    Rachel Barkow: Did Trump and Biden Turn Pardons Into a Corrupt Joke?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 81:12


    Presidential pardons have become a tool of favoritism and politics.

    Alton Brown: A Culinary Legend Offers Food for Thought

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 58:58


    The Good Eats host talks about the virtues of Cap'n Crunch, why fusion cooking isn't cultural appropriation, and how Martha Stewart's perfectionism ruined dinner parties.

    John McWhorter: Is 'Wokeness' Finally Dead?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 49:22


    New York Times columnist and linguist John McWhorter discusses the rise and fall of "woke," DEI and affirmative action, and his new book on the history of pronouns.

    Jim O'Shaughnessy: Don't Squander This Age of Innovation

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 83:35


    Wall Street legend Jim O'Shaughnessy discusses how to live well and innovate boldly during the age of Trump, Musk, and AI.

    Sean McMeekin: Don't Whitewash the History of Communism

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 81:27


    Historian Sean McMeekin dissects how communism has enduring and resurgent appeal in the West despite its history of violence and economic disaster.

    Nico Perrino: What the Trump-Musk Alliance Means for Free Speech

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 63:00


    FIRE's executive V.P. discusses the Biden administration's failures, Donald Trump and Elon Musk's influence on free speech, and the most pressing First Amendment issues facing the U.S. today.

    Alex Nowrasteh and Bryan Caplan: The Case for More Immigration

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 56:59


    Immigration experts Alex Nowrasteh and Bryan Caplan make the case for significantly more and easier immigration to the U.S.

    Michael Shermer: Conspiracy Thinking, Wokeness, and the Future of Free Thought

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 53:25


    The founder of Skeptic magazine discusses whether conspiracy thinking is on the rise and whether it's coded right or left.

    Christina Dent: The Evangelical Christian Fighting To End the Drug War

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 86:04


    The evangelical Christian argues that drug legalization is the conservative thing to do.

    Douglas Irwin: Why Trump's Tariff Plans Are Dangerous

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 60:52


    The trade economist details the most alarming protectionist policies proposed by the incoming Trump administration.

    Helen Prejean: Why This Nun Is Fighting To End the Death Penalty

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 60:57


    Billy Binion speaks to Sister Helen Prejean about her activism to end the death penalty, as depicted in her book Dead Man Walking.

    Jeffrey Edward Green: Why Bob Dylan's Prophecies Continue To Fascinate

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2024 64:07


    Jeffrey Edward Green, author of Bob Dylan: Prophet Without God, discusses Dylan's fraught relationship with political activism, Christianity, and self-mythology.

    Penny Lane: Why I Gave a Kidney to a Total Stranger

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 49:38


    The Confessions of a Good Samaritan filmmaker explores the dysfunctional world of organ transplants.

    Errol Morris and Jacob Soboroff: Trump's Immigration Policies Are Indefensible

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 49:46


    Errol Morris and Jacob Soboroff discuss their new documentary about the family separation policy implemented during Trump's first term.

    Brendan O'Neill: The West Went Insane After October 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 67:07


    Brendan O'Neill discusses his new book, After the Pogrom: 7 October, Israel and the Crisis of Civilisation.

    Martin Gurri: Political Chaos Brings Colossal Transformation

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 52:15


    Former CIA analyst Martin Gurri discusses Donald Trump's political arc, the rise of populism, and the incoming chaos and transformation we cannot foresee.

    Amanda Knox: 'I Have Felt Utterly Exploited' by True Crime

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 82:49


    Amanda Knox falsely confessed to murder after law enforcement subjected her to "psychological torture." Now she wants to stop it from happening to others.

    Hyrum and Verlan Lewis: Stop Buying the 'Left v. Right' Myth

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 65:56


    Political scientists Hyrum and Verlan Lewis discuss the 2024 election and the power of self-narratives in American politics.

    Live on Election Night! The Reason Interview With Nick Gillespie

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 55:00


    Reason's Nick Gillespie will be live on election night with Kmele Foster, Allison Schrager, and more special guests.

    Musa al-Gharbi: How Woke Elites Became Out of Touch

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 72:06


    The Stony Brook sociologist discusses how progressives are having a hard time processing why more and more black and Latino voters are supporting Donald Trump.

    Faisal Saeed Al Mutar: Peace In The Middle East Through Capitalism

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 63:16


    The co-founder of Ideas Beyond Borders argues that there is "no better independence than economic independence."

    Meghan McCain: 'Trump Didn't Break My Brain. What's Your Excuse?'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 76:53


    Reason's Billy Binion speaks with political pundit and podcaster Meghan McCain.

    Will Trump or Harris Win the Working-Class Vote?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 86:19


    Patrick Ruffini and Ruy Teixiera talk about how the U.S. electorate has changed in the last four years.

    Billy Binion: Civil Liberties Don't Just Belong to the Rich

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 73:58


    Reason reporter Billy Binion discusses his coverage of outrageous cases around civil liberties, criminal justice, and government accountability, and the unusual path that led him to journalism.

    Jeremy Horpedahl: Are Millennials and Gen Z Actually Worse Off Than Their Parents?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 72:36


    Economist Jeremy Horpedahl breaks down the economic outlook for Millennials and Gen Z and assesses how the 2024 presidential candidates' policies stack up against reality.

    Kat Timpf: An Unapologetic Libertarian at Fox News

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 45:59


    The co-host of Gutfeld! talks about how everyone should reject binary thinking.

    Mike Pesca: How NPR Lost Its Way

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 67:43


    Former NPR and Slate fixture Mike Pesca discusses media meltdowns, objectivity vs. moral clarity, and whether we are better or worse off now that media gatekeepers have less influence.

    Eric Boehm: Why Is American Health Care So Dysfunctional?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 53:59


    The host of Why We Can't Have Nice Things returns to discuss the podcast's second season, which focuses on how government makes Americans poorer and sicker.

    Nick Cave: I See the World as 'Systemically Beautiful'

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 68:28


    Legendary musician and writer Nick Cave discusses his forthcoming album Wild God, Roger Waters and the BDS movement, and the role of freedom in seeking transcendence.

    Anna Gát: Building an Intellectual Community for the Politically Homeless

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 51:10


    The founder of Interintellect, a global online community for intellectual salons, advocates for a truly free and self-moderating market of ideas in the age of political polarization.

    Charles Gasparino: 'Woke' Hypocrisy Is Hurting Businesses

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 78:11


    The business journalist discusses his new book Go Woke, Go Broke and how CEOs accelerated corporate political activism only to regret its impact on the economy.

    Chase Oliver: Q&A With the Controversial Libertarian Party Candidate

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 69:33


    The 2024 Libertarian Party presidential candidate speaks out about the Israel-Hamas war, the authoritarian impulses of both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, and homophobia within his own party.

    Randy Barnett: Originalism, Obamacare, and the Libertarian Movement

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 81:07


    Libertarian legal giant Randy Barnett on his epic Supreme Court battles, the Federalist Society, and watching movies with Murray Rothbard.

    Ted and Courtney Balaker: College Students Are Rejecting Wokeness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 38:23


    The filmmakers who brought The Coddling of the American Mind to the big screen discuss the students whose stories inspired the film and the state of the media, Hollywood, and storytelling.

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