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November 24, 2025
You Get What You NEGOTIATE! Listener Questions
Philosopher Stefan Molyneux examines civic participation and the impact of welfare systems on society. He critiques the reliance on government aid, arguing it fosters dependency and hinders personal initiative. He analyzes capitalism's complexities, emphasizing that success is influenced by market dynamics rather than just hard work. The importance of thoughtful dialogue in a polarized environment is also highlighted. Ultimately, he calls for a reevaluation of personal and collective responsibilities to create a more informed society.
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"With Western society resembling that of an insane asylum, how does one stay motivated to participate? Do you ever have the desire to leave and live on an island beach?"
"If most of your life was a psychological operation, how would you logically assess the moral and strategic response once it all unravels?"
"When is it right to speak about an issue"
"How does the phenomenon of 'working yourself out of a job' fit into a logical capitalist system? A logical and moral capitalist system rewards productivity and innovation. A crony capitalist system punishes productivity and innovation. Over my many years of work, I've lost track of how many times I was told 'don't work yourself out of a job' or had bosses steal ideas and even claim work done as their own that was done by another. MAKE IT WORK PHILOSOPHICALLY. The last 'frontier' was not peaceful parenting. That was the second to last frontier. The last frontier is private sector ethics, which is the only path toward a real capitalistic society."
"What are your thoughts on meditation? Have you ever done it?"
"In a world where evil is rewarded and good behavior punished, is evil behavior justified?"
"I have a philosophical question. How should you measure philosophical principles against real world outcomes? It seems to me there needs to be an objective yardstick to gauge philosophical theories."
"A man can do bad things all his like and then do one good deed and they say, he’s not so bad, a man can so good things all his life and one day do one bad deed and they say, he’s shown his true colours"
"Does evil exist? As a force? A demonic or satanic spirit that possesses individuals or even groups? As a learned behavior?"
"Are you gonna answer them?"
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God, Philosophy and Morality!
Stefan Molyneux looks at the difficulties in getting kids to understand morality, pointing out how dense philosophical ideas and religious lessons often fall short. He takes aim at old-school punishments that don't really build a true sense of right and wrong, and instead pushes for a straightforward approach that children can pick up on naturally. He stresses the need to focus on empathy, wrapping up with a call to create straightforward ways to teach morals that let kids tap into their own sense of agency.
"On the Nature and Existence of GOD!" is at https://fdrpodcasts.com/6244/on-the-nature-and-existence-of-god
0:00:00 Introduction to Morality and Children
0:02:44 Teaching Morality Through Consequences
0:04:18 The Challenge of Violence
0:05:40 Personal Stories of Bullying
0:09:30 Lessons from Bullying Experiences
0:14:42 Understanding Violence and Compliance
0:18:59 The Limitations of Traditional Morality
0:25:21 The Flaws of Authority in Morality
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Stefan Molyneux kicked off the new year on his Freedomain Podcast by thinking back on life and what Scott Adams has left behind, especially now that Adams is dealing with a terminal illness. He recounted some stories from his own experiences with Adams, touching on the man's sharp mind and the costs he paid for standing by his views. Molyneux urged people to take a hard look at their own connections and to tackle whatever comes their way. Callers chimed in with their own memories of Adams, and throughout, he stressed the value of being straightforward, showing guts, and making sure to voice appreciation and care while you can.
0:00:00 A New Year Begins
0:01:42 Reflecting on Scott Adams
0:17:53 The Importance of Truth
0:26:02 Impacting Lives
0:34:49 Companionship and Community
0:47:05 Loneliness and Connection
0:54:46 Navigating Relationships
1:03:27 The Cost of Inaction
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1:21:01 Addressing Violence in Relationships
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Richard joins Stefan Molyneux for a conversation on whether government is truly needed and the importance of sticking to non-aggression. They touch on variations in intelligence across racial groups and the hurdles parents face. Molyneux pushes for creating supportive homes rather than chasing social rank, and stresses how shared ethical rules could lead to a better world for kids down the line.
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