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Stefan Molyneux

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6114 Dealing with Toddler Tantrums! Subscriber Excerpt

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/28

In this segment from the 28 September 2025 Sunday Morning Live Donors stream, Stefan explores the complexities of toddler behavior and effective parenting strategies through the lens of a parent's experience with their three-year-old son asserting autonomy in choosing the order of sock-wearing. He discusses the natural power struggle that arises as children test boundaries, suggesting that parents can foster reasoning skills by engaging in open dialogue rather than giving in to demands. Key concepts

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80:42

6113 Death by Digital ID! Twitter/X Space

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/27

Friday Night Live 26 September 2025Philosopher Stefan Molyneux marks the start of his 60th year by exploring free speech, government control, and personal morality. He critiques digital IDs and social credit systems, urging listeners to reflect on their lives and embrace authenticity. Engaging with callers, topics include cultural influence and the creative struggles in entertainment. Stefan emphasizes the importance of individuality and meaningful choices, encouraging audiences to live consciously

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22:52

6112 The Cycle of Civilization!

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/26

Stefan Molyneux reflects on the dynamics between men and women within the frameworks of meritocracy and inequality, drawing connections to historical civilizations. He discusss the evolution of societal structures and the psychological motivations that shape our interactions, particularly how the elimination of scarcity fosters a competitive meritocracy that can exacerbate inequality. Stefan explores the contrasting perspectives of men and women regarding success and competition, highlighting the

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12:58

6111 EVEN MORE ANSWERS TO ‘X’ LISTENER QUESTIONS 10!

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/26

"There seems to be a lot of resignation among the Right."No matter how violent the Left gets, the Right is not allowed to fight back with violence."Of course, I, like others on the right, do not advocate the use of violence under any circumstances whatsoever.""what's the point of playing board games when the world - at least those who have most power over the direction of the World are sort of hellbent on making impossible for people to simply enjoy a forty-five to sixty minutes puzzle to solve?""I

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98:29

6110 Life in Philosophy Grad School! CALL IN SHOW

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/25

Stefan speaks with a philosophy graduate student to discuss the challenges of modern philosophy education, the influence of political ideologies in academia, and the importance of making complex ideas accessible. Stefan and the caller then explore the practical implications of philosophy in society.SUBSCRIBE TO ME ON X! https://x.com/StefanMolyneuxFollow me on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/@freedomain1GET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI, AND THE FULL

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42:42

6109 MY BIRTHDAY GIFT TO YOU!

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/25

WEDNESDAY NIGHT LIVE BIRTHDAY STREAM 24 September 2025Philosopher Stefan Molyneux celebrates his 59th birthday while reflecting on my journey, infused with humor from his daughter's senior discount reminders. He shares insights on aging, love, and life, and unveils two premium series: a 12-hour exploration of the French Revolution and the evolution of philosophical thought.Stefan discusses the overlooked role of parenting in philosophy and advocates for tackling taboo topics to foster societal

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133:58

6108 My Experience with CHRISTIANS! Twitter/X Space

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/24

Tuesday Afternoon X Space 23 September 2025In this X Space, Stefan examines his relationship with Christianity, specifically the ideas of forgiveness and accountability. Engaging with callers, he questions whether unconditional forgiveness is valid for unrepentant sinners, like murderers. Reflecting on his experiences, he challenges listeners to consider the balance between compassion and moral integrity, leaving them to ponder their own standards of forgiveness and personal accountability.SUBSCRIBE

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41:00

6107 EVEN MORE ANSWERS TO ‘X’ LISTENER QUESTIONS 9!

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/23

Philosopher Stefan Molyneux explores Universally Preferable Behavior (UPB) and its impact on morality and societal coherence. The discussion highlights contradictions in human thought, emphasizing the discomfort these inconsistencies create in rational minds. The relationship between philosophical reasoning and physical coercion is analyzed, questioning the sustainability of principles amidst conflict.The lecture also examines the role of cultural myths in fostering group solidarity and critiques

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198:49

6106 The Ethics of Christian Forgiveness! Twitter/X...

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/23

Monday Afternoon X Space 22 September 2025In this X Space, host Stefan examines the complexities of forgiveness in Christianity and moral philosophy, highlighting the balance between forgiveness and accountability. Through personal anecdotes and the story of Erika Kirk, he contrasts minor grievances with significant moral offenses. Engaging with participants, the discussion explores gender perspectives on forgiveness and culminates in a debate over unconditional forgiveness versus societal

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81:20

6105 A 5 Year Old Fights with his Dad! CALL IN SHOW

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/22

FLASH LIVE Q&A 2 June 2025In this episode, host Stefan engages with a listener who shares his anxiety about facilitating social interactions for his nearly two-year-old daughter in playground settings. The caller reflects on his own childhood marked by parental absence and emotional detachment, revealing fears of passing these anxieties onto his daughter. As they explore the caller's past experiences, including strained relationships and feelings of isolation, Stefan underscores the importance of

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24:27

6104 Why God Allows Evil!

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/21

Philosopher Stefan Molyneux addresses the question of why an all-powerful God allows evil, focusing on the importance of free will. He uses the analogy of a chess game to illustrate that while God provides the framework, humanity makes its own choices—both good and bad. Stefan compares divine authority to parental control, suggesting that just as parents encourage independence in children, God permits freedom that includes the potential for suffering. This tension between divine intervention and

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41:31

6103 EVEN MORE ANSWERS TO ‘X’ LISTENER QUESTIONS 8!

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/21

Given that Plato's Allegory of the Cave seems to still apply to modern people, is there any hope of some day having a civilization rooted in reality?If truly sentient and self-aware and self-motivated robots come to be, would you welcome them into the world as fellow beings worthy of respect?Can an Atheist, like an Ex-muslim be a Christian at least culturally go to church and all, even if he can't find any rational way to believe that God exists. I know, I know it's a strange Question.If the purpose

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112:13

6102 What REALLY Happened with Jimmy Kimmel!...

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/20

Friday Night Live X Space 19 September 2025In this Friday Night Live X Space, Stefan Molyneux discusses media accountability following Jimmy Kimmel's comments on the Charlie Kirk shooting, critiquing the impact of incendiary rhetoric on political violence. Engaging with callers, he explores morality and universally preferable behavior (UPB), emphasizing the need for objective moral standards. Stefan concludes by urging listeners to confront flawed moral theories to foster principled discourse in a

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163:34

6101 DO I GET OWNED BY A PHILOSOPHY PROFESSOR?...

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/19

Wednesday Night Live X Space 17 September 2025In this Wednesday Night X Space, Stefan Molyneux celebrates his birthday by engaging callers in profound philosophical discussions. Topics include personal philosophy, the balance between abstract ideas and real-life applications, and a debate on Universally Preferable Behavior's moral foundations. Stefan also addresses parenting ethics and the role of reason in guiding moral understanding. This episode highlights the importance of meaningful dialogue in

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30:55

6100 EVEN MORE ANSWERS TO ‘X’ LISTENER QUESTIONS 7!

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/18

Philosopher Stefan Molyneux answers more questions from X!"Is the proper formulation for UPB’s always an outwardly directed negation of the universal preference?"Also, it seems there are universal preferences which aren’t UPB’s until other UPB’s are already met. Which (if any) UPB do you see as primary? (I think it’s do not lie)."Stefan can you talk about the cock-blocking mother? It is a mother who has lived her life, had her kids, but is divorced. And so decides to live with her daughter (usually

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107:59

6099 Charlie Kirk: Left vs Right CANCEL CULTURE!...

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/16

Monday Afternoon X Space 15 September 2025In this X Space, Stefan Molyneux addresses political violence and accusations of "cancel culture" following the assassination of Charlie Kirk. He critiques the hypocrisy in political responses and emphasizes the need for moral integrity and consistent values in parenting. Molyneux inspires listeners to reflect on their roles in promoting honest discourse amid societal complexities.FOLLOW ME ON X! https://x.com/StefanMolyneuxGET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL

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106:49

6098 SHUN THOSE WHO PROMOTE POLITICAL VIOLENCE!

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/16

Powerful Stefan Molyneux speech from 2009!Keynote speech at the Liberty Forum, presenting the "Against Me" argument, with audience questions and feedback.FOLLOW ME ON X! https://x.com/StefanMolyneuxGET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI, AND THE FULL AUDIOBOOK!https://peacefulparenting.com/Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!Subscribers get 12 HOURS on the "Truth About the French Revolution," multiple interactive multi-lingual philosophy AIs

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6097 EVEN MORE ANSWERS TO ‘X’ LISTENER QUESTIONS 6!

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/15

Philosopher Stefan Molyneux answers questions from X! He examines privilege and its moral implications, discussing attributes like beauty and intelligence. Stefan reflects on the responsibilities associated with exceptional talents and critiques conventional definitions of privilege. He provides insights on personal grievances and the importance of boundaries in relationships. Stefan also addresses the need for individual reasoning in democratic systems and critiques Stoicism for its acceptance of

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6096 BITCOIN UPGRADE WAR!

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/14

Sunday Morning Live 14 September 2025Philosopher Stefan Molyneux examines the ongoing debate about Bitcoin's future with the upcoming Bitcoin Core 30 release. He discusses proposed changes to OP_RETURN transactions, which could transform Bitcoin from a financial tool into a broader data storage solution. As we weigh the implications of increasing OP_RETURN output sizes, concerns about blockchain bloat and regulatory scrutiny emerge. Stefan presents differing viewpoints within the community on

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53:34

6095 The Charlie Kirk Suspect Arrested!

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux ·

2025/09/13

In this X Space, philosopher Stefan Molyneux investigates the tragic shooting of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University, analyzing the implications and motivations behind the act. Stefan reflects on Kirk's qualities and the profound impact of his loss, while discussing the current polarization in political discourse. Examining the alleged shooter, Tyler Robinson, Stefan considers the influences that may have led to this violence and the role of social media in exacerbating ideological conflicts. He

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