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Fireside Chat with Dennis Prager | PragerU
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Ep. 366 — Government Gone Nuts: RIP, Peanut the Squirrel
Nov 7, 202400:38:07Tap to summarizeA government agency recently raided a man’s home and seized his pet squirrel, Peanut. When anonymous bureaucrats with too much power can swoop in and take away a pet, it raises a serious question: how much control should government have over our personal lives?The Fireside Chat is sponsored by members of PragerUnited—our monthly giving club. Support the Fireside Chat and join today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Ep. 365 — Who Suffers When Standards Drop?
Oct 31, 202400:44:07Tap to summarizeThe Law School Admission Test (LSAT) now allows extra time for test-takers with mental and psychological disabilities. Is this compassionate, or could lowering the bar in fields like medicine and law lead to the dumbing down of America’s doctors and lawyers? As well-intentioned but misguided affirmative action policies shift professional requirements, who ultimately suffers? Plus, Dennis answers your questions about risking grades to stand up for truth, Jesus, Halloween, and preferred pronouns.The Fireside Chat is sponsored by members of PragerUnited—our monthly giving club. Support the Fireside Chat and join today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Ep. 364 — God, Democracy, and McDonald’s
Oct 24, 202400:31:54Tap to summarizeThis week, Dennis reacts to Donald Trump handing out fast food orders at a McDonald’s drive-thru and answers your questions about God, America’s two-party system, and whether the Internet is a tool of Satan.The Fireside Chat is sponsored by members of PragerUnited—our monthly giving club. Support the Fireside Chat and join today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Ep. 363 — Media, Academia, and Arranged Marriages
Oct 17, 202400:36:37Tap to summarizeViewer questions answered all episode long! This week: how young conservatives can thrive in the world of media given the current political climate, what Dennis thinks about arranged marriages, and a lot more.The Fireside Chat is sponsored by members of PragerUnited—our monthly giving club. Support the Fireside Chat and join today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Ep. 362 — One Year after October 7
Oct 10, 202400:33:18Tap to summarizeOne year ago (on October 7, 2023), the deadliest massacre of Jews since the Holocaust occurred. Out of over 200 nations worldwide, only Israel faces a constant threat of annihilation. Despite claims, the Middle East conflict isn't about establishing a Palestinian state. Dennis reminds us that the ultimate goal of Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran remains the destruction of Israel and wiping the Jewish state off the map.The Fireside Chat is sponsored by members of PragerUnited—our monthly giving club. Support the Fireside Chat and join today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Ep. 361 — Who's Fighting for Peace, Who's Spreading Terror?
Oct 3, 202400:31:58Tap to summarizeIsrael recently eliminated a Hezbollah leader, yet somehow, Israel faces criticism. Why? People should hate terrorists, not anti-terrorists. Dennis reveals the stark contrast between Israel and its enemies: one side wants peace, while the other seeks the complete annihilation of the only Jewish state.The Fireside Chat is sponsored by members of PragerUnited—our monthly giving club. Support the Fireside Chat and join today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Ep. 360 — When Did Self-Defense Become a "War Crime"?
Sep 26, 202400:32:47Tap to summarizeAn opinion piece in The New York Times recently accused Israel of committing “war crimes” for taking out Hezbollah terrorists by detonating explosives in pagers and walkie-talkies. If Israel drops bombs, they’re labeled mass murderers. If they target terrorists' communication devices, it’s a “war crime.” Is there anything Israel can do to defend itself against those who want to exterminate it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ep. 359 — Today's America: Chaos, Division, and Social Unrest
Sep 19, 202400:34:32Tap to summarizeAfter yet another assassination attempt on a presidential candidate and former president, Dennis reflects on the deepening divisions and social unrest plaguing America. He recalls a time in his childhood when the nation faced hardships, though nothing like the chaos we see today. Despite these difficult times, Dennis reminds us to cultivate peace and stability and not blame others for our problems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Ep. 358 — Thoughts on Abortion, Sin, and God's Will
Sep 12, 202400:33:43Tap to summarizeThis week, Dennis answers your questions about abortion, God’s will for our lives, and why he does the Fireside Chat week after week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Fireside Chat Ep. 179 — Asian Hate: What Is True?
Mar 25, 2021Tap to summarizeIf you listen to the mainstream news media, you're led to believe that anti-Asian racism is on the rise and white supremacy is behind it. Is this reporting accurate? This week, Dennis delves into the latest "spike" in attacks on Asian-Americans and the left's habitual untruthfulness. Dennis's column this week: The Latest Left-Wing Anti-American Lie: ‘Anti-Asian Racism’ — https://dennisprager.com/column/the-latest-left-wing-anti-american-lie-anti-asian-racism/ 0:00 Open With A Funny Story 2:04 Anti-Asian Racism: Why Lie? 4:26 Anti-Asian Racism: Look At The Details 7:10 Anti-Asian Racism: The Phony Media 16:16 COVID Irrationality With Parents 21:27 Give Up Freedom To Add Years To Life? 24:18 The Muslim Religion & Atheism 26:53 Alienating Atheists With Religion? 30:58 Fundraising Month Coming To A Close Subscribe so you never miss a new Fireside Chat! https://www.prageru.com/series/fireside-chats/ Text PRAGERU to 64600 for notifications! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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