<![CDATA[The Regression of the Progressives]]>1edaaacd-b178-5fc4-ac50-e87e9394f3ddWed, 03 Jul 2024 22:10:11 +0000Captivate.fmRicky Arensonhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/0a7c1c40-a558-4f83-8810-7d8ab0d3d7b9/pwPr40l-Gg0Df1Vj3Y0dFdjY.jpgThe Regression of the ProgressivesRicky ArensonRicky ArensonHas the world gone mad? How can so many so-called progressive politicians seek to cancel freedom of speech, history, gender, and reality? In this series, I will give simple, logical explanations about why so-called progressive political movements like BLM, MeToo have been bad for society and undermined the causes they purport to represent. I'll explain why these movements have promoted victimhood and cancellation of truth, but I'll also provide positive solutions and explain what democracy should look like to create a healthy society. If you're looking for a podcast that makes you feel better about believing in democratic principles, free speech and reality, then this is the one for you! Why are so-called progressive political movements promoting censorship and totalitarianism? Why are the biggest capitalist companies in the world promoting Marxism? If you disagree with the philosophies of BLM, MeToo and the Trans movement, does this make you a bigoted xenophobe? Join me as I examine the importance of democratic principles and explain why they are worth fighting for.https://progressive-politics.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcast9. The Internet conspiracy against happiness and family values.9. The Internet conspiracy against happiness and family values.In this episode, we delve into the internet conspiracy against happiness and family values and unravel how tech giants like Facebook, Google, and Apple fuel leftist agendas to keep users hooked to their screens for profit. By promoting misery, anger, and divisive politics online, these companies ensure constant engagement and screen time, maximising their earnings and fostering addiction.

In this episode:

  • Why are the biggest capitalist companies like FB and Google promoting Marxism?
  • Why do they have such an issue with family values?
  • The internet has become the new battleground for democracy.

]]>In this episode, we delve into the internet conspiracy against happiness and family values and unravel how tech giants like Facebook, Google, and Apple fuel leftist agendas to keep users hooked to their screens for profit. By promoting misery, anger, and divisive politics online, these companies ensure constant engagement and screen time, maximising their earnings and fostering addiction.

In this episode:

  • Why are the biggest capitalist companies like FB and Google promoting Marxism?
  • Why do they have such an issue with family values?
  • The internet has become the new battleground for democracy.

]]>3115e345-8c4b-4f0b-90cf-66f4e7251935Mon, 18 Mar 2024 06:10:00 +100016:31falsefull19191Ricky Arenson8. The Dark side of Black Lives Matter8. The Dark side of Black Lives MatterIn this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the complexities of the Black Lives Matter movement and its impact on racial unity and societal progress. Has it contributed positively to race relations? We need effective leadership that fosters hope, equality of opportunity, and a positive culture rather than perpetuating resentment and disempowerment.

In this episode:

  • The one thing that really doesn't matter to BLM, is black lives
  • How BLM has regressed positive race relations and societal well-being
  • How BLM has taken away the tools required to achieve a healthy, harmonious society.

]]>In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the complexities of the Black Lives Matter movement and its impact on racial unity and societal progress. Has it contributed positively to race relations? We need effective leadership that fosters hope, equality of opportunity, and a positive culture rather than perpetuating resentment and disempowerment.

In this episode:

  • The one thing that really doesn't matter to BLM, is black lives
  • How BLM has regressed positive race relations and societal well-being
  • How BLM has taken away the tools required to achieve a healthy, harmonious society.

]]>0a0514d2-a7f5-4b25-96f9-06d76125fe49Mon, 18 Mar 2024 06:08:00 +100024:21falsefull18181Ricky Arenson7. The Madness of MeToo, part 27. The Madness of MeToo, part 2In part 2, we challenge the idea of toxic masculinity versus toxic feminism, highlighting how the latter has led to an adversarial society. The narrative of Me Too and similar movements is scrutinised for marginalising moderates and creating divisions rather than fostering unity.

In this episode:

  • Why doesn’t MeToo like men?
  • Why does MeToo dislike women who like their husbands?
  • How MeToo has created a gender civil war.

]]>In part 2, we challenge the idea of toxic masculinity versus toxic feminism, highlighting how the latter has led to an adversarial society. The narrative of Me Too and similar movements is scrutinised for marginalising moderates and creating divisions rather than fostering unity.

In this episode:

  • Why doesn’t MeToo like men?
  • Why does MeToo dislike women who like their husbands?
  • How MeToo has created a gender civil war.

]]>18519514-c9b2-400d-be64-8b8461ec11beMon, 18 Mar 2024 06:07:00 +100018:32falsefull17171Ricky Arenson6. The Madness of MeToo, part 16. The Madness of MeToo, part 1The MeToo movement has taken a regressive turn, asserting that instead of championing women's rights, MeToo has overlooked genuine women's rights abuses. They criticise MeToo for focusing solely on issues in Western democracies while disregarding atrocities against women in regions like the Middle East and Africa. While historical feminism aimed at gender equality, modern feminism has strayed into extremism due to the significant gains in women's rights achieved in the Western world.

In this episode:

  • MeToo is not interested in women’s rights.
  • Why MeToo is not interested in women’s rights.
  • How the movement has undermined women being happy.
  • Why MeToo has powered a new wave of totalitarianism and xenophobia.

]]>The MeToo movement has taken a regressive turn, asserting that instead of championing women's rights, MeToo has overlooked genuine women's rights abuses. They criticise MeToo for focusing solely on issues in Western democracies while disregarding atrocities against women in regions like the Middle East and Africa. While historical feminism aimed at gender equality, modern feminism has strayed into extremism due to the significant gains in women's rights achieved in the Western world.

In this episode:

  • MeToo is not interested in women’s rights.
  • Why MeToo is not interested in women’s rights.
  • How the movement has undermined women being happy.
  • Why MeToo has powered a new wave of totalitarianism and xenophobia.

]]>dc7ed92a-d893-4604-bfd5-30c07c229024Mon, 18 Mar 2024 06:06:00 +100022:59falsefull16161Ricky Arenson5. Playing fast and loose with the principles of justice5. Playing fast and loose with the principles of justiceWe're looking at the topic of justice and the challenges posed by certain ideologies such as Black Lives Matter, MeToo, and Cancel Culture. We explore how these movements can sometimes undermine the principles of a fair justice system by disregarding the rights to a fair trial, reasonable defense, and presumption of innocence.

In this episode:

  • Why have “progressives” lost interest in the basic principles of justice? 
  • If a white cop kills a black criminal, is this evidence of systemic racism?
  • Should we allow social media to run the justice system?

]]>We're looking at the topic of justice and the challenges posed by certain ideologies such as Black Lives Matter, MeToo, and Cancel Culture. We explore how these movements can sometimes undermine the principles of a fair justice system by disregarding the rights to a fair trial, reasonable defense, and presumption of innocence.

In this episode:

  • Why have “progressives” lost interest in the basic principles of justice? 
  • If a white cop kills a black criminal, is this evidence of systemic racism?
  • Should we allow social media to run the justice system?

]]>b495abf3-7bdb-4924-9b9c-c32f5bccbcddMon, 18 Mar 2024 06:05:00 +100013:22falsefull15151Ricky Arenson4. The true meaning of tolerance of diversity.4. The true meaning of tolerance of diversity.In this episode, we look at the concept of tolerance, exploring its true meaning and application in today's political landscape. The battleground for political control has always centred around influencing the beliefs of the population, as belief is a powerful force that can drive people to extreme actions. A culture of tolerance thrives in a society that values individual freedom over power and control.

In this episode:

  • What does tolerance mean? 
  • Why are the most vocal supporters of "tolerance of diversity" so opposed to tolerating diversity of opinion? 
  • Why are the "champions of tolerance" persecuting everyone who disagrees with them? 

]]>In this episode, we look at the concept of tolerance, exploring its true meaning and application in today's political landscape. The battleground for political control has always centred around influencing the beliefs of the population, as belief is a powerful force that can drive people to extreme actions. A culture of tolerance thrives in a society that values individual freedom over power and control.

In this episode:

  • What does tolerance mean? 
  • Why are the most vocal supporters of "tolerance of diversity" so opposed to tolerating diversity of opinion? 
  • Why are the "champions of tolerance" persecuting everyone who disagrees with them? 

]]>a7d11d73-a658-4f7e-9c07-01cfcd0e5993Mon, 18 Mar 2024 06:04:00 +100009:37falsefull14141Ricky Arenson3. When does freedom of speech become "discrimination?3. When does freedom of speech become "discrimination?We discuss the complex landscape of modern discourse, emphasising the shift towards prioritising feelings over objective reality. This shift has led to heightened division and animosity within society. The promotion of resentment and disunity among minority groups, fueled by a focus on subjective feelings, has alienated moderates and heightened societal tensions.

In this episode:

  • What do words like "hate speech," "discrimination," and "offensive" mean?
  • Why is the promotion of feelings over facts so dangerous to society? 
  • Should democracy allow people to “offensive” opinions?

]]>We discuss the complex landscape of modern discourse, emphasising the shift towards prioritising feelings over objective reality. This shift has led to heightened division and animosity within society. The promotion of resentment and disunity among minority groups, fueled by a focus on subjective feelings, has alienated moderates and heightened societal tensions.

In this episode:

  • What do words like "hate speech," "discrimination," and "offensive" mean?
  • Why is the promotion of feelings over facts so dangerous to society? 
  • Should democracy allow people to “offensive” opinions?

]]>e163fe7a-80fa-4b52-b8b1-74127906de95Mon, 18 Mar 2024 06:01:00 +100012:42falsefull13131Ricky Arenson2. The principles of democracy2. The principles of democracyIn this episode, we delve into the principles of democracy amidst the current socio-political landscape. As we navigate through the increasing anger and intolerance in our society, it becomes crucial to reemphasise the importance of democratic values in fostering equality and freedom.

In this episode:

  • Why are freedom of speech, equality and accountability important?
  • How are these principles supposed to work in a democracy?
  • Why do “progressive movements” find these democratic ideals “offensive?”

]]>In this episode, we delve into the principles of democracy amidst the current socio-political landscape. As we navigate through the increasing anger and intolerance in our society, it becomes crucial to reemphasise the importance of democratic values in fostering equality and freedom.

In this episode:

  • Why are freedom of speech, equality and accountability important?
  • How are these principles supposed to work in a democracy?
  • Why do “progressive movements” find these democratic ideals “offensive?”

]]>b15c323b-37be-4b6c-a3fd-d69d399e8530Mon, 18 Mar 2024 06:01:00 +100015:41falsefull12121Ricky Arenson1. Introduction: The return of McCarthyism1. Introduction: The return of McCarthyismCould we have imagined such a time in the Modern West? A time that promotes totalitarianism and persecution of critical thinkers. We are witnessing the disappearance of tolerance of diversity of opinion, the destruction of unity of purpose, and total confusion about what constitutes right and wrong.

In this episode:

  • Why are "progressives" fighting against freedom of speech? 
  • What has happened to tolerance of diversity of opinion?
  • Why are populist movements promoting anger and division
  • Join me as I introduce these important topics and explain what’s going wrong and why.

]]>Could we have imagined such a time in the Modern West? A time that promotes totalitarianism and persecution of critical thinkers. We are witnessing the disappearance of tolerance of diversity of opinion, the destruction of unity of purpose, and total confusion about what constitutes right and wrong.

In this episode:

  • Why are "progressives" fighting against freedom of speech? 
  • What has happened to tolerance of diversity of opinion?
  • Why are populist movements promoting anger and division
  • Join me as I introduce these important topics and explain what’s going wrong and why.

]]>de83b3dd-7881-4d2b-8db2-71a7f29c02d5Mon, 18 Mar 2024 06:00:00 +100020:32falsefull11111Ricky ArensonHow did so-called progressive politics become so regressive TrailerHow did so-called progressive politics become so regressive TrailerHas the world gone mad? How can so many so-called progressive politicians seek to cancel freedom of speech, history, gender, and reality?

In this series, I will give simple, logical explanations about why so-called progressive political movements like BLM, MeToo have been bad for society and undermined the causes they purport to represent. I'll explain why these movements have promoted victimhood and cancellation of truth, but I'll also provide positive solutions and explain what democracy should look like to create a healthy society.

If you're looking for a podcast that makes you feel better about believing in democratic principles, free speech and reality, then this is the one for you!

]]>Has the world gone mad? How can so many so-called progressive politicians seek to cancel freedom of speech, history, gender, and reality?

In this series, I will give simple, logical explanations about why so-called progressive political movements like BLM, MeToo have been bad for society and undermined the causes they purport to represent. I'll explain why these movements have promoted victimhood and cancellation of truth, but I'll also provide positive solutions and explain what democracy should look like to create a healthy society.

If you're looking for a podcast that makes you feel better about believing in democratic principles, free speech and reality, then this is the one for you!

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