Reason Check

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Why do debating podcasts focus on who wins rather than how the argument is constructed? Polarization is almost never justified by the evidence alone. Join us as we dismantle bad arguments, one premise at a time.

Episodes

  1. 2D AGO

    Hyperbole, Emotion, and the Complexity of War Aims - S1E3

    In our third episode, we deconstruct a viral "gladiatorial showdown" from the Joe Rogan Experience between Douglas Murray and Dave Smith. What sparked endless online warfare was a heated debate over whether one must visit a conflict zone to speak authoritatively about it.We move past the tribalism to show how a "false binary" turned a reasonable disagreement into an explosion. By applying a little intellectual charity, we explore how both perspectives hold weight:- Firsthand experience adds undeniable depth and nuance.- Secondhand knowledge is the essential foundation for how we understand 99% of the world.Tune in as we find the common ground that the internet missed.

    4 min

  2. JAN 26

    Israel, Hamas, Gaza, Hostages, and the Moral Calculus of this War - S1E2

    Welcome back to Reason Check, the show where we slow down and examine complex arguments piece by piece. In our second episode, your host Stephen takes us into the heart of a raw and emotional exchange from the Joe Rogan Experience between Douglas Murray and Dave Smith.This episode dives deep into their clash over the Israel-Hamas conflict, exploring the difficult balance between military necessity and human cost. We move past the heated rhetoric to look at the substance of their claims—from the effectiveness of diplomacy versus military pressure to the true meaning of proportionality under international law.Join us as we dissect this intense conversation timestamp by timestamp, highlighting missed opportunities for productive dialogue and searching for the "Plan C" that both sides often leave unaddressed.

    9 min

  3. JAN 19

    S1E1 - Proportionality Doesn’t Apply to Abominations

    Welcome to the very first episode of Reason Check. Join us as we begin a new journey into the heart of today’s most compelling and controversial debates. This series is dedicated to moving past the headlines to examine the real merits of the arguments that shape our world. In our debut, we take a close look at a common talking point that surfaces in almost every discussion regarding the Israel-Gaza conflict. We’re challenging the way we measure tragedy and asking whether a "demographic calculator" truly belongs in a conversation about human life. Tune in as we set the stage for a podcast focused on logic, clarity, and the sanctity of the individual.

    7 min

  4. TRAILER

    Welcome to Reason Check with Stephen - Episode 0

    The launch is almost here! Before we dive into the first full episode, join us for this special pilot/teaser to get a sneak peek. In this brief introduction, your host, Stephen, outlines why Reason Check exists, what our mission is, and the kinds of compelling conversations we'll be bringing you regularly. Plus, stick around to hear the exclusive new theme music we crafted just for the Reason Check community!

    5 min

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Why do debating podcasts focus on who wins rather than how the argument is constructed? Polarization is almost never justified by the evidence alone. Join us as we dismantle bad arguments, one premise at a time.

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  • Creator
    Reason Check
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    4
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Reason Check
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