6276 How to Fight LIARS!

Freedomain with Stefan Molyneux

Stefan Molyneux

Freedom, Politics, Objectivism, Freedomainradio, Anarchy, Democrat, Liberal, Republican, Libertarian, News & Politics, Joe-rogan, Objectivist, Atheism, Philosophy, Atheist, Conservative, Pacifism

4.7 • 2.4K Ratings

🗓️ 24 January 2026

⏱️ 90 minutes

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Summary

In this Friday Night Live on 23 January 2026, Stefan Molyneux explores the nature of time and reality, likening January's feel to a soul-crushing tsunami of ice. He reflects on his return to a more dynamic show format that revived his creative energy. The talk shifts to the nature of deception, looking at how some people twist the truth without a second thought. He draws from personal experiences to show the predatory side of those lacking conscience, breaking down the psychology at play. Molyneux touches on how deceit plays out in society, especially in politics and relationships, and urges a skeptical, introspective approach. He wraps up by stressing moral integrity and the pursuit of truth, while thanking those involved for the discussion that deepens the philosophical exchange.

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0:00.0	Well, good evening, good evening. Everybody, welcome to your Friday Night Live Philosophy Fest on
0:07.0	my God, January just went by in a frozen hot space, soul-crushing tsunami of ice. Ooh,
0:15.1	that's some rigidly mixed metaphors and analogies. Tis not? Yes, Tis. Yes, tis. So I hope you are doing well. I'd love to get your
0:24.9	questions, thoughts, issues, comments, challenges, criticisms, whatever you like. That's a lot of forehead,
0:34.1	man. Couldn't find my hat. So I'm afraid you get the giant expansion.
0:42.0	So I did actually...
0:45.3	I went on a show.
0:49.3	I went on a show.
0:51.8	And it'll be a little while until it's out, but let's say it was a very different, a very
0:58.5	different experience.
0:59.5	Hope you and your family well.
1:00.7	Thank you.
1:01.4	Thank you.
1:01.6	Thank you.
1:01.7	Thank you for the tip.
1:03.7	Troy, Gene Wars is so good, too good to be free.
1:08.5	Well, thank you.
1:09.3	That's very kind, very kind. a little bit of bookkeeping or housekeeping,
1:13.7	as they say, in the business world up front. Number one, freedomain.com slash donate to help out the show.
1:18.6	Put out some absolutely fantastic responses yesterday to X or Twitter questions. Shop.fredomain.com
1:26.1	to get your tasty merch. We've got some really great stuff there.
1:30.7	And freedomain.com slash books, a new redesign page to make it even easier to get a hold of my
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