Fireside Chat with Dennis Prager
Dennis’s weekly thoughts and timeless wisdom by a crackling fire.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 33 minutes
- Episodes
- 367
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2024
Ep. 287 — People Believe What They Want to Believe
Do you believe what is true? Or are your beliefs dictated by what you wish was true? Lies are the root of evil and truth is the mother of goodness. That’s why Dennis challenges us to be honest with o…
00:35:03 |
Thu 04 May 2023
Ep. 286 — My Stance on Porn and Thoughts on Otto’s Death
During a recent discussion with Jordan Peterson, Dennis made comments about porn that made the rounds on the Internet. During this week's Fireside Chat, Dennis provides clarity and addresses his stan…
00:31:45 |
Thu 27 Apr 2023
Ep. 285 — Crime, Looting, and Fatherlessness
A Walmart was looted in Chicago. How many of the looters—mostly young black men—have fathers in the home or attended church the previous Sunday? Dennis believes there’s a crisis among young blacks in…
00:29:10 |
Thu 20 Apr 2023
Ep. 284 — So, You Want to Be Famous?
Many young people yearn to be famous. But will it bring them happiness? Dennis shares his views on fame and takes your questions on religion, dating, and marriage.
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00:29:51 |
Fri 14 Apr 2023
Ep. 283 — This Is What Happens in Dictatorships
For the first time in American history, a former president was indicted and arrested. Whether you like him or not, the implications for the future of our country are disastrous. Reading from his colu…
00:29:40 |
Thu 06 Apr 2023
Ep. 282 — A Mental Health Crisis and the Death of God
Dennis addresses the tragic shooting at a Christian school in Nashville. Are guns the problem? Or is the real crisis today the death of God and religion, the lack of fathers, and the resulting rise o…
00:32:33 |
Thu 30 Mar 2023
Ep. 281 — Who Are You Until You’re Tested?
Dennis recently asked Jordan Peterson, “Do we ever really know someone until they're tested?” Dr. Peterson responded without hesitation. In this episode, Dennis offers a few commonsense questions to …
00:32:02 |
Thu 23 Mar 2023
Ep. 280 — Why Do You Still Trust Them?
Climate activist Greta Thunberg deleted a tweet from 2018 warning that humanity would be wiped out “unless we stop using fossil fuels over the next five years.” Here we are, five years later, and the…
00:28:32 |
Thu 16 Mar 2023
Ep. 279 — If Nothing Is Horrific, Life Is Terrific
Life is difficult—that’s not a complaint; it’s just a fact. Once you understand that, the happier you’ll be. Parents do a disservice when they try to make life easier for their children. Instead, the…
00:31:08 |
Fri 10 Mar 2023
Fireside Chat Ep. 278 — If They Can Scare You, They Can Control You
Every tyrannical regime used fear to control its subjects—because that’s the only way people will willingly give up their freedom. And they do. It has happened throughout history and is now happening…
00:30:27 |
Fri 03 Mar 2023
Fireside Chat Ep. 277 — Ukraine: Should the U.S. Be Involved?
This week marks one year since the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Many people (including some whom Dennis admires) criticize America’s involvement in the conflict. Dennis, always preferring clarity to …
00:29:57 |
Thu 23 Feb 2023
Fireside Chat Ep. 276 — Experts, the CDC, Lockdowns, and Depression
Experts now say the COVID lockdowns and school shutdowns went too far. A new report from the CDC claims 1 in 3 teen girls are suicidal. Could these issues be related? It's no surprise to Dennis. Afte…
00:31:01 |
Fri 17 Feb 2023
Fireside Chat Ep. 275 — What Makes Someone Remarkable?
There are few truly remarkable people in the world. Where do they come from? Is it nature, nurture, or just plain luck? Plus, Dennis shares his thoughts on preferred pronouns, how Disney is hurting c…
00:32:11 |
Fri 10 Feb 2023
Fireside Chat Ep. 274 — A Rare Danish Conservative with Astrid Johanne Høg
After meeting Danish journalist Astrid Johanne Høg in her home country, Dennis said, “We must do a special Fireside Chat.” Together, the kindred spirits ask, "Is Denmark Socialist?" and discuss secul…
00:57:10 |
Fri 03 Feb 2023
Fireside Chat Ep. 273 — Should "T" Be Part of "LGBT"?
What should a retail store employee do if she feels uncomfortable setting up a gay pride display at work? Dennis answers this question, discusses LGBT+ pride, and asks why “T” for “transgender” is in…
00:26:18 |
Fri 27 Jan 2023
Fireside Chat Ep. 272 — Should Your Conscience Be Your Guide?
To whom are you morally accountable? If not God, the most common answer is often "my own conscience." Dennis explains why this is problematic. Donate today to help keep PragerU podcasts and videos f…
00:27:00 |
Thu 19 Jan 2023
Fireside Chat Ep. 271 — Protect Children’s Innocence: It’s the Adults’ Job
It is the job of adults to protect children. But for the first time, America is failing in this regard. Dennis discusses how children are being harmed, sexualized, and robbed of innocence, even by we…
00:31:02 |
Mon 16 Jan 2023
Fireside Chat Ep. 270 — Should All Murderers Live?
What does justice look like for the college students who were recently murdered in Idaho? Dennis discusses the unbridgeable gulf that exists between those who think the death penalty is always wrong …
00:31:43 |
Fri 06 Jan 2023
Fireside Chat Ep. 269 — Don’t Waste Time “Finding Yourself”
With the New Year approaching, Dennis warns against making a resolution to “find yourself.” Don’t ask, “Who am I?” A better question is, “Who do I want to be?” That would be a great thing to work on …
00:32:25 |
Thu 29 Dec 2022
Fireside Chat Ep. 268 — The Case for Christmas and Santa
Dennis is a religious Jew and loves the Christmas season. It may not be his holy day, but it is a national holiday and there’s no reason for anyone to feel excluded from this special time of year. De…
00:32:32 |
Fri 23 Dec 2022
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