Does God exist? Do societies thrive under a religious influence? Ben Shapiro and noted atheist Michael Shermer debate Christianity’s role in cultural advancement on this episode of The Sunday Special!

Does God exist?D o societies thrive under a religious influence?Ben Shapiro and noted atheist Michael Shermer debateChristianity’s role in cultural advancementon this episode of TheSundaySpecial!

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Ep. 6 - Michael Shermer

Jonathan Pageau is a French-Canadian liturgical artist, writer, and public speaker on religious philosophy, symbolism, and Orthodox Christianity. Pageau’s commentary can be found on his YouTube channel, “The Symbolic World,” as well as in Dr. Jordan B. Peterson’s 17-part “Exodus” seminar and The Daily Wire’s latest series, “Foundations of the West.” In today’s episode, Jonathan and I discuss the biblical themes found in classical fairy tales like “Jack and the Beanstalk,” and the important role that storytelling plays in establishing our most deeply held cultural norms. Pageau also speaks to the modern uses of symbolism, from the prevalence of conspiracy theories to the real meaning behind the opening ceremony at the Paris Olympics. Stay tuned, and welcome back to another episode of the Sunday Special.

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The Dark Side of Fairy Tales | Jonathan Pageau

Jonathan Pageau is a French-Canadian liturgical artist, writer, and public speaker on religious philosophy, symbolism, and Orthodox Christianity. Pageau’s commentary can be found on his YouTube channel, “The Symbolic World,” as well as in Dr. Jordan B. Peterson’s 17-part “Exodus” seminar and The Daily Wire’s latest series, “Foundations of the West.” In today’s episode, Jonathan and I discuss the biblical themes found in classical fairy tales like “Jack and the Beanstalk,” and the important role that storytelling plays in establishing our most deeply held cultural norms. Pageau also speaks to the modern uses of symbolism, from the prevalence of conspiracy theories to the real meaning behind the opening ceremony at the Paris Olympics. Stay tuned, and welcome back to another episode of the Sunday Special.

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The Dark Side of Fairy Tales | Jonathan Pageau [Member Exclusive]

Dr. Drew Pinsky is a board-certified internist and addiction medicine specialist with over 35 years of experience in national TV and radio, as well as a New York Times bestselling author and host of The Dr. Drew Podcast. From Celebrity Rehab on VH1, to his eponymous talk shows with leading experts in the medical field, Dr. Drew pushes forward our national conversation on topics like nutrition, medical technology, mental health, and addiction. In today’s episode, Dr. Drew shares his personal experience being censored by the legacy media, surveys the decay of the American medical establishment, and highlights the backward incentives in our governmental agencies which no longer effectively safeguard Americans’ health. While we navigate an extremely polarized political moment, the restoration of Americans’ physical and mental wellbeing should be of paramount importance to all of us. Don’t miss this important conversation with Dr. Drew Pinsky, on this episode of the Sunday Special.

The Decay Of The American Medical Establishment | Dr. Drew Pinsky

Dr. Drew Pinsky is a board-certified internist and addiction medicine specialist with over 35 years of experience in national TV and radio, as well as a New York Times bestselling author and host of The Dr. Drew Podcast. From Celebrity Rehab on VH1, to his eponymous talk shows with leading experts in the medical field, Dr. Drew pushes forward our national conversation on topics like nutrition, medical technology, mental health, and addiction. In today’s episode, Dr. Drew shares his personal experience being censored by the legacy media, surveys the decay of the American medical establishment, and highlights the backward incentives in our governmental agencies which no longer effectively safeguard Americans’ health. While we navigate an extremely polarized political moment, the restoration of Americans’ physical and mental wellbeing should be of paramount importance to all of us. Don’t miss this important conversation with Dr. Drew Pinsky, on this episode of the Sunday Special.

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The Decay Of The American Medical Establishment | Dr. Drew Pinsky [Member Exclusive]

Vivek Ramaswamy is an American business leader, New York Times bestselling author, and former Republican presidential candidate whose standout performances on the debate stage and the campaign trail have made him a mainstay commentator on topics ranging from the latest electoral trends to the economy, Big Tech, and higher education. In his latest book, "Truths: The Future of America First," Vivek criticizes the Republican Party’s shortcomings and lays out a positive vision for the future of American conservatism. In this episode of the Sunday Special, Vivek and I discuss how the Trump campaign can win this election season, the failures of neoliberalism, and the need to redefine ‘Americanism’ in support of our country’s founding ideals.

Defining American Identity | Vivek Ramaswamy

Vivek Ramaswamy is an American business leader, New York Times bestselling author, and former Republican presidential candidate whose standout performances on the debate stage and the campaign trail have made him a mainstay commentator on topics ranging from the latest electoral trends to the economy, Big Tech, and higher education. In his latest book, "Truths: The Future of America First," Vivek criticizes the Republican Party’s shortcomings and lays out a positive vision for the future of American conservatism. In this episode of the Sunday Special, Vivek and I discuss how the Trump campaign can win this election season, the failures of neoliberalism, and the need to redefine ‘Americanism’ in support of our country’s founding ideals.

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Defining American Identity | Vivek Ramaswamy [Member Exclusive]

Recently, a narrative was introduced to the public conversation that Adolf Hitler wasn’t really interested in continuing WWII, that he offered peace to Britain and France, and that Winston Churchill, driven by some mysterious personal vendetta, refused and kept the war going for his own perverse purposes. This is a gross misreading of history, and conveniently omits key facts about Hitler’s true intentions; anyone suggesting otherwise is engaging in dangerous revisionism. On this episode of the Sunday Special, Niall Ferguson leads us through these untruths. Ferguson is a Scottish historian who is best known for his in-depth analysis of economic history, empire, and global conflicts like WWI and WWII. He doesn’t just recite history—he tells you why it happened, what could have been different, and how the war reshaped our global order.

Who Was The Bad Guy In WWII? | Niall Ferguson

Recently, a narrative was introduced to the public conversation that Adolf Hitler wasn’t really interested in continuing WWII, that he offered peace to Britain and France, and that Winston Churchill, driven by some mysterious personal vendetta, refused and kept the war going for his own perverse purposes. This is a gross misreading of history, and conveniently omits key facts about Hitler’s true intentions; anyone suggesting otherwise is engaging in dangerous revisionism. On this episode of the Sunday Special, Niall Ferguson leads us through these untruths. Ferguson is a Scottish historian who is best known for his in-depth analysis of economic history, empire, and global conflicts like WWI and WWII. He doesn’t just recite history—he tells you why it happened, what could have been different, and how the war reshaped our global order. 

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Who Was The Bad Guy In WWII? | Niall Ferguson [Member Exclusive]

On today’s episode of the Sunday Special, I sit down with the man, the myth, the fearless leader of the Sweet Baby Gang, The Daily Wire’s very own Matt Walsh. Walsh’s knack for revealing lies with satire has been captured once again in "Am I Racist?”, where the toxicity of racial equity is on full display. In the film, Matt infiltrates a “White Privilege Grief Workshop,” disguises himself as a DEI consultant to the queen of the anti-racists, Robin DiAngelo, and all while threads the needle for us as viewers on the profound anti-Americanism that undergirds it all. All of us at The Daily Wire cannot wait for the rest of the nation to see the film, and grapple with the reality of the DEI industry. Don’t miss this inside look at "Am I Racist?", out in theaters September 13th. Welcome back to another episode of the Sunday Special.

The King Of Satire And Disguise | Matt Walsh

On today’s episode of the Sunday Special, I sit down with the man, the myth, the fearless leader of the Sweet Baby Gang, The Daily Wire’s very own Matt Walsh. Walsh’s knack for revealing lies with satire has been captured once again in "Am I Racist?”, where the toxicity of racial equity is on full display. In the film, Matt infiltrates a “White Privilege Grief Workshop,” disguises himself as a DEI consultant to the queen of the anti-racists, Robin DiAngelo, and all while threads the needle for us as viewers on the profound anti-Americanism that undergirds it all. All of us at The Daily Wire cannot wait for the rest of the nation to see the film, and grapple with the reality of the DEI industry. Don’t miss this inside look at "Am I Racist?", out in theaters September 13th. Welcome back to another episode of the Sunday Special.

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The King Of Satire And Disguise | Matt Walsh [Member Exclusive]

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson is a world-renowned clinical psychologist, Professor Emeritus at the University of Toronto, and online educator known for his influential lectures on religious belief, narrative mythology, and personality analysis. In his latest DW+ series, Foundations of the West, Dr. Peterson travels to Jerusalem, Athens, and Rome to uncover the ancient roots of Western civilization. I was glad to join Dr. Peterson in the first part of the series, where we traversed the hills of Jerusalem and discussed the sacred stories at the heart of the West’s early flourishing. In today’s episode, Dr. Peterson shares a few behind-the-scenes anecdotes from the series’ filming, his personal religious journey, and his observations on the biblical themes of risk and sacrifice. Stay tuned and don’t miss Dr. Jordan Peterson’s latest insights, on this episode of the Sunday Special.

How To Find Beauty In Self-Sacrifice | Jordan Peterson

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson is a world-renowned clinical psychologist, Professor Emeritus at the University of Toronto, and online educator known for his influential lectures on religious belief, narrative mythology, and personality analysis. In his latest DW+ series, Foundations of the West, Dr. Peterson travels to Jerusalem, Athens, and Rome to uncover the ancient roots of Western civilization. I was glad to join Dr. Peterson in the first part of the series, where we traversed the hills of Jerusalem and discussed the sacred stories at the heart of the West’s early flourishing. In today’s episode, Dr. Peterson shares a few behind-the-scenes anecdotes from the series’ filming, his personal religious journey, and his observations on the biblical themes of risk and sacrifice. Stay tuned and don’t miss Dr. Jordan Peterson’s latest insights, on this episode of the Sunday Special. Thanks for being a DailyWire+ member. This show is ad-free.

How To Find Beauty In Self-Sacrifice | Jordan Peterson [Member Exclusive]

Spencer Klavan is an associate editor at the Claremont Institute, host of the Young Heretics podcast, and a scholar of ancient Greece. His astute political commentary ranges from critiques of the modern Left to philosophical explorations of the ancient world. In this episode, we explore Klavan’s latest book, “Light of the Mind, Light of the World,” where he rejects the popular notion that science and religion are incompatible, and instead forecasts a future where scientific discovery leads to a religious resurgence. We also discuss the symbolic relationship between Athens and Jerusalem, as well as the religious observations of great scientists like Galileo, Newton, and Einstein. 

Unraveling The Mysteries of The Ancient World | Spencer Klavan

Spencer Klavan is an associate editor at the Claremont Institute, host of the Young Heretics podcast, and a scholar of ancient Greece. His astute political commentary ranges from critiques of the modern Left to philosophical explorations of the ancient world. In this episode, we explore Klavan’s latest book, “Light of the Mind, Light of the World,” where he rejects the popular notion that science and religion are incompatible, and instead forecasts a future where scientific discovery leads to a religious resurgence. We also discuss the symbolic relationship between Athens and Jerusalem, as well as the religious observations of great scientists like Galileo, Newton, and Einstein.

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Unraveling The Mysteries of The Ancient World | Spencer Klavan [Member Exclusive]

This week on the Sunday Special, Dennis Quaid joins us ahead of the premiere of the upcoming biopic Reagan, coming to theaters nationwide on Friday, August 30th. Quaid is quite the renaissance man–he is a 2x Golden Globe-nominated actor, musician, self-proclaimed golf addict, and licensed pilot. As an actor, he is best known for his versatility in films such as  Breaking Away, The Right Stuff, The Big Easy, and The Parent Trap. In today’s episode, Quaid discusses how he prepared to portray Reagan, parallels between our current political moment and President Reagan’s era, offers a few predictions about the future of Hollywood, and shares a few of his all-time favorite films. Stay tuned for a fantastic conversation with the talented Dennis Quaid.

The Reagan Era | Dennis Quaid

This week on the Sunday Special, Dennis Quaid joins us ahead of the premiere of the upcoming biopic Reagan, coming to theaters nationwide on Friday, August 30th. Quaid is quite the renaissance man–he is a 2x Golden Globe-nominated actor, musician, self-proclaimed golf addict, and licensed pilot. As an actor, he is best known for his versatility in films such as  Breaking Away, The Right Stuff, The Big Easy, and The Parent Trap. In today’s episode, Quaid discusses how he prepared to portray Reagan, parallels between our current political moment and President Reagan’s era, offers a few predictions about the future of Hollywood, and shares a few of his all-time favorite films. Stay tuned for a fantastic conversation with the talented Dennis Quaid. 

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The Reagan Era | Dennis Quaid [Member Exclusive]

Former ESPN sportswriter Jason Whitlock weighs in on the NFL kneeling debate, police brutality, and single motherhood as he rejects victimhood culture on this episode of The Sunday Special!

Former ESPN sportswriter Jason Whitlock weighs in on the NFL kneeling debate, police brutality, and single motherhood as he rejectsvictimhood culture on this episode of TheSundaySpecial!

Ep. 7 - Jason Whitlock

I’m joined by the father of podcasting Adam Carolla as he recounts his introduction to comedy and explains the importance of a good work ethic, and we discuss why so many of those in the media spotlight fall into the trap of narcissism.

I’m joined by the father of podcasting@Adam Carolla as he recounts his introduction tocomedy and explains the importance of a good work ethic, and we discuss why so many of those in the media spotlight fall into the trap of narcissism.

Ep. 8 - Adam Carolla

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