Since January 2019, I have been fortunate enough to engage in deep discussions with diverse humans (in all of the ways people can be diverse) throughout 100 episodes of the show. From university professors to cage fighters, legal children to senior citizens, Democrats, Republicans, etc. I have sought understanding from them all and now share what Ive learned.    

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Quisha King gained some notoriety when she stood up and pushed back against critical race theory in public schools. Being a successful entrepreneur and mother, Quisha is attempting to change the narratives and shift towards a more empowering narrative for the Black American community. She and Will discuss the untold history of successful Black Americans, the benefits of struggle, and how we can bootstrap something better for our children.

Boldly Pushing Back with Mother & Political Consultant Quisha King

Wilfred Reilly is a political scientist, author, and professor at Kentucky State University (an HCBU) who's research focuses on empirical testing of political claims.  In this conversation he & Will discuss the shocking truth behind media narratives and "hate crimes" as well as the complex situation America is in regarding racial issues.

Hate Crime Hoaxes With Professor Wilfred Reilly

Zander Keig, the 2020 NASW National Social Worker of the Year, is a community-builder and leader who is committed to justice for transgender people.  He and Will discuss a wide variety of topics that include politics, social work, and LGBTQ issues. https://www.zanderkeig.net/  

Challenging Narratives with Social Worker Zander Keig

Mack Beggs is a two-time Texas state champion wrestler that faced controversy when he was forced to compete in the girls' division despite being transgender.  In this conversation, Mack & will break down the nuance and complexity surrounding Transgender athletes, including the differences between various divisions, advantages, stigmas, and aims for the future.

Being a Transgender Athlete- with Wrestler Mack Beggs

Mustapha Ezzarghani is the co-founder and president of The Moroccan-Israeli Friendship Association (MIFA).www.mifa.us.org Born into a life where he was taught to hate (Israel & the Jewish people), life experiences opened his mind up to the complex reality of the situation. In this episode, Will & Mustapha discuss the very polarized situation regarding Israel in a way that adds nuance to the often very simplistic narratives on "both sides" of the debate.

Israel & Palestine with Mustapha Ezzarghani

It goes by many names- Critical (Race) Theory, Wokeness, Social Justice, etc. but no matter the label, the talented Kimi Katiti believes it is a dangerous and hurtful ideology.  In this episode Will & Kimi discuss her journey as well as how artistic expression holds the key to the mind-prison so many are trapped in.

LEAVING THE CULT OF WOKENESS with artist Kimi Katiti

Larry Sharpe is an entrepreneur, podcast host, and former gubernatorial candidate for New York under the Libertarian Party.  In this episode, Larry and Will discuss what Libertarianism is, as well as dive into various ways it can be applied as well as dive into specific policies that come from a libertarian angle.

Being Libertarian with Larry Sharpe

Africa Brooke is a mindset coach, consultant, and writer that has become a guide for so many who are navigating the Culture Wars filled with fear and anxiety.  Africa & Will discuss mindset, "cancel culture", self-awareness, using social media for GOOD, and more.

Self-Awareness in the Culture Wars with Africa Brooke

Salome' Sibonex is a writer, podcaster, and philosopher that has provided much needed deep truths about humanity on social media platforms.  So much on Instagram caters to very simplistic narratives about people and circumstances and Salome has sought to bring something different.  In this episode, She and Will discuss identity, "woke" culture,  and the pursuit of truth. https://www.salomesibonex.com/

Wisdom & Truth on Social Media with Salome Sibonex

Nick Christakis is an author, medical doctor, and sociology professor that runs the Human Nature Lab at Yale. Will & Nick discuss his books Apollo's Arrow & Blueprint and what the global pandemic shows us about humanity.  Will & Nick discuss his books Apollo's Arrow & Blueprint and what the global pandemic shows us about humanity. Topics include tribalism, free speech, friendship, and more!

Human Nature & COVID with Dr. Nicholas Christakis

Erec Smith is an accomplished professor of Rhetoric and Composition at York College or Pennsylvania and has written several books on the subject including a critique of Critical Race Theory where he instead promotes empowerment theory—which promotes individual, communal, and strategic efficacy rather than the "primacy of identity".  Will and Erec discuss his upbringing and background as well as specific trends he is seeing and why they are so dangerous.

SAVING ACADEMIA Part II: Empowerment over Wokeness with Professor Erec Smith

Erec Smith is an accomplished professor of Rhetoric and Composition at York College or Pennsylvania and has written several books on the subject including a critique of Critical Race Theory where he instead promotes empowerment theory—which promotes individual, communal, and strategic efficacy rather than the "primacy of identity".  Will and Erec discuss his upbringing and background as well as specific trends he is seeing and why they are so dangerous.

SAVING ACADEMIA: Empowerment over Wokeness with Professor Erec Smith

Vesper Stamper is a New York City artist that uses the medium of young adult books to tell stories that connect to deep truths.  In this episode, Vesper and Will discuss the importance of art, why so many artists are blinded to our current problems in America, and how artistic people will be the ones to guide us back from the brink.

Artists Telling Stories with Illustrator & Writer Vesper Stamper

Frans de Waal is an author, biologist, and  professor in the Psychology dept. at Emory University and is one of the world's top primatologists.  In this episode, Frans and Will discuss how studying monkeys and apes helps us to understand our human species.  Topics discussed include leadership, gender roles, hierarchies, empathy, morality, and Planet of the Apes movies.

STUDYING PRIMATES TO BETTER UNDERSTAND HUMANS with primatologist Frans de Waal

Educational podcast focused on deep exploration of controversial topics. Hosted by William Reusch, a Los Angeles based high school teacher. This podcast provides a much needed objective information through civil discourse with various guests.

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