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In this episode of Project Liberal, co-hosts Joshua Eakle and Shawn Huckabay sit down with Armin Navabi, founder of Atheist Republic and an outspoken advocate for secularism, religious freedom, and liberalism. Together, they explore Armin’s fascinating personal journey from his upbringing in Iran to becoming one of the world’s most prominent atheist activists. Along the way, the conversation unpacks the intersection of secularism and liberalism, the evolution of the New Atheist movement, and the challenges of defending liberal values in a polarized world. Topics Discussed: Armin’s personal journey to secularism and his efforts to build Atheist Republic The New Atheist movement’s evolution and its relationship with liberalism How secularism fosters freedom and challenges authoritarian systems The role of skepticism and humanism in shaping liberalism Liberalism as an adaptive, antifragile system in the face of populist challenges The importance of defending liberalism globally, from Europe to Iran The interplay of religion, culture, and liberal values in shaping society Armin Navabi shares powerful insights on the resilience of liberalism, the necessity of skepticism, and the universal desire for freedom. This episode offers a thought-provoking discussion on the forces shaping modern society and why liberalism remains a vital framework for progress. Links: Atheist Republic: https://www.atheistrepublic.com/Armin Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AtheistRepublic Project Liberal : Join Here

In this episode, Project Liberal’s Max Marty and Joshua Eakle engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Andrew Heaton, political satirist, podcaster, and author of the new book “Tribalism is Dumb.” They delve into the evolutionary roots of tribalism, its impact on modern politics, and how our innate groupishness shapes societal dynamics. Andrew shares insights from his book, exploring why tribalism has intensified and what we can do to mitigate its negative effects.Topics Discussed: The evolutionary psychology behind tribalism and zero-sum thinking How modern society exacerbates or mitigates tribal tendencies The role of sports, religion, and community in channeling tribalism Dunbar’s number and its implications for social cohesion The limitations of the traditional left-right political spectrum Cognitive biases, groupthink, and overcoming motivated reasoning How to reduce political polarization and foster liberal valuesAndrew Heaton brings a unique blend of humor and insight to the complex topic of tribalism, offering listeners a deeper understanding of the forces shaping our political landscape. Don’t miss this engaging discussion that challenges conventional wisdom and provides practical solutions for a more open and free society.Links: Andrew's Book: Tribalism is Dumb https://a.co/d/1XRoo8H Andrew's Podcast: The Political Orphanage https://mightyheaton.com/the-political-orphanage And as always, you can find more of Josh and Max at https://projectliberal.org/

In this episode, Project Liberal’s Joshua Eakle and Max Marty discuss the rise of the “New Right” and Silicon Valley’s growing influence with Mike Brock, former CEO of TBD and member of Block's leadership team. Mike sheds light on the ideological shifts happening in tech and politics, from Curtis Yarvin’s “Dark Enlightenment” to the role of property rights and his theory on how it leads libertarians to slip into authoritarian ideologies.

In this episode, Project Liberal’s Joshua Eakle and Max Marty sit down with Dr. Pekka Kallioniemi, founder of Vatnik Soup and an expert on Russian disinformation. Dr. Kallioniemi, known for his work in social media and online information operations, explores the intricacies of disinformation and its impact on America's political system. Topics Discussed: The differences between misinformation and disinformation. Russian tactics, narratives, and how they differ from other nations. The scope of Russian influence in the United States What we can do to combat misinformation