For the Sake of Argument

Jake Newfield
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For the Sake of Argument

Interviews and Debates with leaders in Philosophy, Politics, and Science

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    #92: Peter Beinart: Israel and the Destruction of Gaza

    Peter Beinart is a prominent journalist, political commentator, and professor known for his incisive analysis of American politics and foreign policy. He is the editor-at-large of Jewish Currents and writes a regular column for The New York Times, focusing on topics such as U.S. foreign relations, Israel-Palestine issues, and progressive Jewish perspectives. Beinart is also a professor at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY and the author of several influential books, including The Crisis of Zionism and The Icarus Syndrome.For the Sake of Argument podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfield Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EY Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield

    49 min

  2. JAN 23

    #91: Did Elon Musk INTENTIONALLY do a Nazi Salute?

    Did Elon Musk do a Nazi Salute ? DEBATE with  @realsocratease  For the Sake of Argument podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfield Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EY Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield

    31 min

  3. JAN 16

    #90: Cliffe and Stuart Knechtle DEBATE Atheist: "Is Jesus Son of God?"

    Cliffe Knechtle is a renowned Christian apologist and speaker, famous for his "Give Me an Answer" events where he addresses live, unscripted questions on Christianity. He has spoken on over 100 college campuses and at numerous churches worldwide. Knechtle is recognized for engaging with people of all worldviews, fostering respectful dialogue on faith and spirituality. Through his speaking, books, and media, he has impacted countless individuals, especially those seeking answers to life's big questions. His approachable, intellectual style has made him a well-known figure in Christian apologetics. For the Sake of Argument podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfield Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EY Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield

    31 min

  4. JAN 9

    #89: Israel-Palestine Debate: Rudy Rochman vs Wajahat Ali

    Rudy Rochman is a prominent Israeli rights activist and filmmaker known for his efforts to foster understanding and dialogue around Jewish identity and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. He gained international recognition for his grassroots advocacy and work in challenging anti-Semitism and misinformation through engaging social media content. As a co-producer of the documentary series We Were Never Lost, Rochman focuses on reconnecting Jewish communities worldwide with their rich heritage and historical narratives. Wajahat Ali is a celebrated journalist, author, and public speaker who tackles issues of culture, politics, and religion with wit and insight. Known for his book Go Back to Where You Came From: And Other Helpful Recommendations on How to Become American, Ali explores his experiences as a Pakistani-American Muslim navigating identity and belonging. A regular commentator on major news outlets, he is a passionate advocate for inclusivity, countering Islamophobia, and fostering cross-cultural understanding. For the Sake of Argument podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfield Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EY Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield Timeline: 00:00 - Rudy Rochman Opening Statement 02:35 - Wajahat Ali Opening Statement 09:17 - The Debate Begins 46:57 - The Debate INTENSIFIES 57:21 - Final Statements

    1h 12m

  5. 12/16/2024

    #88: Syria's Government Collapses & Israel-Palestine Conflict Rages: Debate with Omar Baddar

    Omar Baddar and Jake Newfield debate whether Israel is an Apartheid State, and also whether Jihadism and Terrorism are caused by oppression. Omar is a Palestinian-American political analyst, human rights advocate, and digital producer based in Washington, DC. With an M.A. in International Relations, he focuses on U.S. policy in the Middle East and has appeared on CNN, BBC, and Al Jazeera. His writings on Middle Eastern conflicts and progressive advocacy have been featured in Newsweek and HuffPost. For the Sake of Argument podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfield Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EY Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield Timeline: 00:00 - Introduction 00:36 - Syria: Assad’s collapse 05:13 - Ceasefire with Hezbollah 07:41 - Donald Trump 12:41 - Iran 14:17 - DEBATE: Israel vs Palestine 23:18 - Is Israel an Apartheid State? 27:51 - Jihadism

    35 min

  6. 12/10/2024

    #87: Rabbi Yaakov Shapiro: Zionism vs Judaism

    Rabbi Yaakov Shapiro debates Judaism, God, Zionism, and Israel in this conversation. Rabbi Shapiro is a distinguished author, speaker, and former pulpit rabbi with over 30 years of experience. A leading anti-Zionist intellectual, his seminal work, The Empty Wagon: Zionism’s Journey from Identity Crisis to Identity Theft (2018), argues that Zionism contradicts Judaism. His lectures have reached millions worldwide. For the Sake of Argument podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfield Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EY Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield Timeline: 00:00:54 - Is Judaism an ethnicity? 00:14:15 - Are you actually Jewish? 00:22:12 - Is Infinity real? 00:56:33 - Is Anti-Zionism Antisemitism? 01:05:38 - Do you get along with other Rabbis? 1:10:00 - Zionism vs Judaism

    2h 12m

  7. 11/27/2024

    #86: Divorce Lawyer ADVISES Married Couple | James Sexton

    Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rphgZyXvwQE James Sexton is a renowned divorce attorney and bestselling author of If You're in My Office, It's Already Too Late. With over 20 years of experience navigating high-stakes divorce cases, James offers unique insights into relationships, conflict, and personal growth, making him a sought-after voice in the realm of family law and beyond. For the Sake of Argument podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfield Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EY Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield Here is my original conversation with James: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PJz7ldC9ddc Timeline: 00:00 - Intro 00:46 - The Conflict 17:13 - How to FIX a marriage 28:42 - Male vs Female Gender Roles 34:19 - What women NEED 40:35 - How to deal with Grief 1:18:28 - How to be Authentic

    1h 32m

  8. 11/14/2024

    #85: What is Consciousness? Bernardo Kastrup vs Susan Blackmore

    Bernardo Kastrup is a philosopher and computer scientist known for advocating "analytic idealism," the view that reality is fundamentally mental. He has published influential books and articles challenging materialist views of consciousness and has a background in artificial intelligence research. Susan Blackmore is a psychologist, writer, and visiting professor known for her work in consciousness studies, including research on memes, out-of-body experiences, and the nature of self. She is the author of The Meme Machine and has contributed extensively to debates on consciousness and the role of cultural evolution. For the Sake of Argument podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jakenewfield Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9DDGJz02ibpUpervM5EY Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/for-the-sake-of-argument/id1567749546 Twitter: https://twitter.com/JakeNewfield

    1h 1m
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Interviews and Debates with leaders in Philosophy, Politics, and Science

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  • Creator
    Jake Newfield
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    92
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    Explicit
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    © Jake Newfield
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