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Jonathan Haidt: Radicalization, Biased Media, Polarization
Jonathan Haidt, social psychologist and professor at New York University's Stern School of Business, and author of his most recent book with Greg Lukianoff "The Coddling of the American Mind," joins David Pakman to discuss politics, tribalism, and much more.
Bret Weinstein: How the Magic Trick is Done
In this speech at the Students For Liberty conference in Vancouver, B.C. Bret Weinstein discusses the inner workings of the regressive left. 
We Should Be ‘Screaming Mad’ About Amazon's ‘Corporate Welfare’
You may have heard by now that Amazon’s new headquarters will soon call the New York and Washington, D.C., metropolitan areas home. This decision has engendered much criticism. But the Atlantic staff writer Derek Thompson doesn’t think the vitriol is enough. “We should all...
Richard Wolff takes on Jordan B. Peterson
Prof. Wolff responds to Jordan Peterson's assertions about Marxism.
Obama Admits Bipartisan Capitalist 'Washington Consensus' Fueled Far-Right & Multiplied Inequality
Former US President Barack Obama admitted that the neoliberal capitalist policies he and his predecessors supported fostered the rise of the far-right and grossly exacerbated inequality.
The Truth About Israel, Boycotts, and BDS
Incoming members of the US Congress, Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib, have both come out in favor of the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement — the first House members to ever do so. Critics, however, suggest that BDS is anti-Semitic and undermines a two-state...
Robert Reich: The Truth About Privatization
Robert Reich explains why using the private sector for government services can have negative consequences.
The Art of Communicating: Thich Nhat Hanh
Buddhist Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh is one of the most respected and celebrated teachers in the world.
Did Karl Marx Kill Millions? (Answering Shapiro and Peterson)
Ben Burgis, author of the upcoming book “Give Them an Argument: Logic For the Left" answers the question “Did Karl Marx Kill Millions?” During the video, Burgis calls out Peterson and Shapiro for hypocrisy as they champion free speech and the need for open debate while...
Facebook & The Atlantic Council (5 Frightening Facts)
To combat fake news, Facebook has partnered with the Atlantic Council, a think tank that represents some of the most powerful state and corporate interests in the world. Their board of directors includes people who have misinformed the public into war and toppled...
Fossil-Free Costa Rica: How One Country Is Pursuing Decarbonization Despite Global Inaction
As world leaders struggle to agree on a plan to curb global emissions at the U.N. climate talks in Katowice, Poland, Democracy Now! looks at Costa Rica’s plan to go fossil-free beginning next year. It will be the first country in the world to decarbonize its economy.
Prepare To Be Amazed By Fish
Fish are intelligent, sensitive creatures and like many other animals, they explore, travel, socialise, hunt and play. Some species care for their young and use tools as humans do. Fish are sentient animals capable of suffering and feeling pain. Most fish have highly...
The Hidden Truth Behind Sweden's Waste Disposal Infrastructure
To Burn or Not to Burn: In Sweden, waste incineration plants convert excess and non-recycled rubbish into energy. The Swedish government classifies this process as recycling, but is this form of waste disposal really sustainable? 
Addicted to Ideology? | Gabor Maté
Can we be addicted to ideology? Gabor Maté is an world famous expert on addiction - in his book 'In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts' he talks about how addiction is best viewed not as a crime or illness but as a coping mechanism for a personal, spiritual crisis.
Michael Pollan | Dissolving the Default Mode Network
Why do 70% of people claim that using psychedelics was one of the most meaningful experiences of their lives? Maybe it has to do with the feeling of their ego being dissolved and tapping into the true essence of reality. 
How False Testimony and a Massive U.S. Propaganda Machine Bolstered George H.W. Bush’s War on Iraq
As the media memorializes George H.W. Bush, Democracy Now! looks at the lasting impact of his 1991 invasion of Iraq and the propaganda campaign that encouraged it. Although the Gulf War technically ended in February of 1991, the U.S. war on Iraq would continue for decades...
Niassa Elephant Defenders
Poachers have decimated the elephant population in Mozambique’s Niassa National Reserve, but Niassa’s rangers are determined to save them from extinction.
The Journey of Compassion (2018) | Homelessness Short Film
Arthur McNeil is a formerly homeless long distance runner who raises money for shelters on cross-country runs. This film attempts to capture Arthur's story and warm character in a short documentary film. This documentary focuses on themes of homelessness, gentrification, and...
3 Great Untruths to Stop Telling Kids—and Ourselves | Jonathan Haidt
Jonathan Haidt explains three areas where we need to update our understanding of the world.
Chris Hedges On The Cult Of Trump
Click part 2 to watch the full lecture.
How Overparenting Backfired on Americans | Jonathan Haidt
Being raised indoors might the reason young Americans struggle in the adult world. - American childhood is going, going… gone, says Professor Jonathan Haidt. - In the mid-'90s there was a sharp shift to overprotective parenting. In previous generations, kids were allowed to...
Randy Credico Exclusive Tell-All with Abby Martin on Wikileaks & Roger Stone
In this exclusive extended interview, Abby Martin speaks with Randy Credico who tells his side of the story on his role in the Russia investigation, his upcoming interview with Special Counsel Robert Mueller, and true nature of his relationship with Trump campaign advisor...
Trauma at the Border
This short film exposes the emotional, psychological and physical damage that can be done when children are imprisoned – even with their families.
The Truth about Black Friday
A minimalist breaks down the biggest shopping day of the year.
Who was Fred Hampton?
A 6-minute video on who Fred Hampton was and why he was assassinated at the age of 21. 
Is Trump Acting Out His Childhood Trauma? Russell Brand & Dr. Gabor Maté
Is Trump Acting Out His Childhood Trauma On The People Of America? Today's video features Dr. Gabor Maté a renowned expert in addiction and trauma - here he is diagnosing Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton and Obama! Check out the full Under The Skin episode here. 
Why America? Mass Shootings & White Nationalism Share Roots
Since October 2017, America experienced three of the deadliest mass shootings in modern history. This epidemic coincides with a frightening resurgence of white nationalism. Sometimes the two trends overlap. But why here? Both phenomena can be explained by a common historical...
Is Facebook Censoring Political Pages?
Is it Spam or Censorship?
A Solution to Facebook Censorship | Future of Social Media with MINDS Co-founder & CEO Bill Ottman
The Solution to Facebook Censorship? Future of Social Media with MINDS Co-founder & CEO Bill Ottman Support my work! ▶https://www.patreon.com/Orf Subscribe ▶https://www.youtube.com/orf Matt Orfalea ▶https://twitter.com/0rf ▶https://medium.com/@0rf...
Jesus at The Polls
Sarah runs into her old pal Jesus at the polls. With returning guest star Fred Armisen.
Sustainable City Living on 1/10th of an Acre - Degrowth in the Suburbs
This film tells the story of one small family practicing urban sufficiency. They live on 1/10th of an acre in the suburbs of Melbourne, Australia. By living more simply and utilizing alternative technologies this household draws 75-80% less electricity from the grid than the...
Julian Assange Gets Standing Ovation At TED Talk
Watch the entire TED Talk with Julian Assange in Part 2.
Climate Change: What's The Whole Truth? - Russell Brand & Charles Eisenstein
A clip from the Under The Skin podcast with Charles Eisenstein - discussing what might be wrong with the current climate change narrative and why we should be wary of why the powerful are so accepting of it. What's driving this narrative over others? Listen to this entire...
Trump is a Symptom, Not the Problem
Check out the Jimmy Dore Show.
What Is Toxic Masculinity?
You may have bumped into the term toxic masculinity during your travels around the internet. It usually shows up in connection with particularly abusive male behavior, but what does it really mean?
Brett Kavanaugh: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
John Oliver discusses the ongoing controversy surrounding Brett Kavanaugh, the sexual assault allegations against him, his Supreme Court nomination, and what that could all mean for the highest (mostly-dog) court in the land. 
How We Know Kavanaugh Is Lying: Top 5 Times He Committed Perjury
Read the accompanying 10,000-word essay on his deceptions here, via Current Affairs magazine. 
Edmund Hillary Fellowship: Build the Future in New Zealand
The Edmund Hillary Fellowship (EHF) brings together visionary entrepreneurs, investors, and change-makers to build solutions to global problems from Aotearoa New Zealand. International Fellows receive exclusive access to New Zealand’s new Global Impact Visa, an open work visa...
Converting an Old Van into a Home & Office on Wheels
In June this year, I spent two and a half months converting a 1986 Toyota Hiace into my home and office. Watch the camper conversion process and also see a tour of the finished van! - Jordan Osmond
Before You Have Sex, Watch This
Some people claim THIS is better than sex. Do You Agree? - Prince Ea
Venturing into Sacred Space | Archetype of the Magician
Like Stories of Old: In this conclusion of my Archetype Series based on the book King, Warrior, Magician, Lover by Robert Moore and Douglas Gillette, I examine the archetype of the Magician and explore some related concepts such as initiation, ritual process and sacred space.
The End of Kings | Caitlin Johnstone
When kings went out of style, that impulse didn’t leave with them; it simply found a different way of manifesting.
How a New Aristocracy's Segregation Puts Stress on Society
Growing class division is destabilizing our society, argues author and philosopher Matthew Stewart in a provocative Atlantic magazine cover story. He says there's a group in between the top 0.1 percent and bottom 90 percent that plays an important role in running the economy...
How The Last Jedi Defies Expectations
The Last Jedi is a movie that’s designed to defy fan expectations. Nowhere is this subversion more evident than in the way the film handles its three male heroes: X-Wing pilot Poe Dameron, renegade Stormtrooper Finn, and legendary Jedi Knight Luke Skywalker. // Pop Culture...
This Restaurant Takeout Service Swaps Styrofoam for Sustainable
After big cities like San Francisco banned businesses from using styrofoam containers, a woman from Durham, North Carolina, who was fed up with the plastic trash began her own crusade. When her efforts toward passing a local ban failed, she decided to focus on small-scale...
The Disturbing History of the Suburbs
Redlining: the racist housing policy from the Jim Crow era that still affects us today. 
All the Financial Advice You’ll Ever Need Fits On a Single Index Card
At first glance, fiscal planning can seem more complex and time-consuming than it’s worth. But according to Professor Harold Pollack of the University of Chicago, you can fit all the financial advice you’ll ever really need on a single index card. Economics correspondent Paul...
PERIODE 28
An ode to periods.
Men's Movement 2.0 - Raw Man Experience
Herman Ottoson of the Raw Man leads a group at the Nordic Men's Gathering - part of the launch of Men's Movement 2.0.
Healing Trauma: Beyond Gangs and Prisons
Healing Trauma dives into the inner struggle of former gang members whose abusive childhoods inevitably lead to an anger that resulted in a criminal lifestyle and landed them in prison. Upon their release, these former gang members found their redemption with Homeboy...
Stoicism in The Shawshank Redemption – A Few Meditations
The Stoic Philosophy of The Shawshank Redemption, presented in a few brief meditations based on the writings by Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, Epictetus and Chrysippus. Video by Like Stories of Old.
Matt Orfalea Interviews White Nationalists Attending "Unite the Right 2" in DC | August 12, 2018
I wanted to meet the people that many want to punch in the face without having met them. The conversation with 2 guys from Stormfront Action Radio was cut short when we arrived at the final destination. I left the group to get a wide shot with my camera and cops would not let...
Dear White Nationalists, White Rights Activists, and Neo-Nazis | Unite the Right protest in DC
August 12, 2018 - Support independent media! ▶ https://www.patreon.com/Orf Matt Orfalea 
How Cynicism Masks Pain
I was just feeling some grief before you came and found me looking out at the water there - birds diving for fish, seals out there - and I just felt such sadness that there are fewer of them than there used to be and someday there may be none. And I thought, “How important is...
A State of Grace, with Seppi Garrett
Åsmund Vonheim Seip: In the smiling forests of Pennsylvania, I had the chance to sit down with this beautiful man, Seppi Garrett. Seppi is a body worker, a massage therapist, a permaculturalist—but aren’t we all so much more than what we say we do? And what about the...
Portland Protest Shows New Far-Right Trend: Multiethnic Groups with Fascist Heroes Like Pinochet
Democracy Now! continues their interview with A.C. Thompson, correspondent for Frontline PBS and reporter for ProPublica. His new investigation is titled Documenting Hate: Charlottesville. He discusses how he was there in Portland, Oregon, when anti-racist, anti-fascist...
Trump’s Not the Problem. He’s a Symbol of 4 Bigger Issues. - Ian Bremmer
Ian Bremmer: The problem is not Trump. Trump is a symptom. If the problem were Trump it wouldn’t be happening in other places around the world. We actually see all sorts of countries, advanced industrial democracies, where people are getting angrier and they’re voting more...
How to Defeat Racism
Here are 5 amazing stories that show the power of unconventional and unexpected approaches to defeating racism, via Matt Orfalea. 
The Archetype of the Warrior – How Films Help Empower Us All
Exploring the Archetype of the Warrior in films, based on Robert Moore and Douglas Gillette’s King, Warrior, Magician, Lover and Carol S. Pearson’s The Hero Within.