Real Talk with Zuby

#413 Peter Boghossian - Why Free Speech Is Dying

May 1, 2026·1h 7m
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Zuby is joined by philosopher, author, and educator Peter Boghossian. Peter shares what he has learned from years of travelling the world, holding difficult conversations, and teaching Street Epistemology. The conversation explores why people believe what they believe, how moral identity shapes opinions, and why younger people are often more open to having their ideas challenged. They also discuss cultural taboos, religious sensitivity, friendship across ideological divides, the death penalty, and much more.Sponsored by:Veritas Wealth Management helps families, business owners, and retirees build real financial freedom through hands-on expert investment guidance. Schedule a call today at https://veritasalaska.comGet 15% off OneSkin with the code ZUBY at https://oneskin.co/zuby#oneskinpod #sponsoredTimestamps:(00:00) Introduction(00:23) Street epistemology travels(01:03) Why people believe(02:16) Teaching critical thinking(03:34) Free speech mission(06:11) Cultural speech taboos(16:36) Sensitivity and belief(19:00) Aliens and religion(30:18) Belief and identity(34:58) Tribalism and friendship(40:36) Death penalty debate(50:36) El Salvador prisons(1:01:05) Iran and UAE(1:08:33) OutroFollow Peter Boghossian: https://x.com/peterboghossianFollow Zuby: https://linktr.ee/zubymusicSubscribe to 'Real Talk with Zuby' on Apple Podcasts or Spotify: https://fanlink.tv/zubypodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/real-talk-with-zuby/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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