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Fireside Chat with Dennis Prager

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Dennis’s weekly thoughts and timeless wisdom by a crackling fire.
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How would you feel if your surgeon, pilot, or lawyer was an affirmative action hire? Society’s obsession with race and gender at the expense of merit is hurting us all. Dennis explores how this destructive policy is not only unfair but also erodes trust and competence in vital professions, where qualifications should matter most.
When asked about hell, Pope Francis recently said, “I like to think hell is empty. I hope it is.” Dennis disagrees. But why? Later, Dennis takes your questions about helping friends with mental health issues and the effects of social media on kids. Plus, we have a very exciting announcement: The Fireside Chat is now officially sponsored by members of PragerUnited—our monthly giving club. Support the Fireside Chat and join today!
This week, Dennis answers your questions. How do you choose a career path, not screw up a relationship, or tell a friend they’re being manipulated by the media? Plus, how did Dennis transform from being an unhappy child to a genuinely happy person? Don’t miss Dennis’s life advice for the next generation.
How many people blame trauma for their issues in life? Everyone faces hardships, but you should never let your struggles define you—even if you become paralyzed from the neck down. The issue in life is not what happens to you; it’s how you react to it.
Dennis often tells us not to live in fear, but can fear ever be a good thing? In today’s society, a lack of healthy respect for authority has led to a terrifying rise in destructive and disrespectful behavior. According to the wisdom of the Bible, there are two important fears we should embrace. Can you guess what they are?
Dennis shares his thoughts on surprisingly insightful lyrics by Taylor Swift, the “black national anthem” being sung at the Super Bowl, and what a parent should do with a defiant teen.
When a friend from New York City called Dennis in concern about a California storm, it raised questions about the media’s impact on our perception and behavior. As the media constantly tries to instill fear and make us panic, Dennis reminds us to trust our own eyes over blindly accepting what we’re told.
United Airlines set an aggressive diversity goal for their pilot training academy: at least 50% will be women or people of color. Shouldn’t the only requirement be competence? As a frequent flyer, Dennis has never looked at a female pilot and wondered if she’s qualified to fly a plane. But as airlines prioritize DEI quotas over our safety, is there cause for concern?
The New England Patriots have their first black coach in the team’s history. While the owner said he doesn’t see color and picked “the best man” for the job, the new coach immediately contradicted him by saying, “If you don’t see color, you can’t see racism.” In an era where colorblindness is vilified, Dennis provides a much-needed perspective. After all, if the Nazis had been colorblind, there never would have been the Holocaust.
How do you act when no one is around? Does your behavior change if you think you’re being watched? The answer to these questions is one of the strongest arguments for why God is necessary. No matter what you believe about God’s existence, don’t miss Dennis’s rational, commonsense argument about God’s necessity.
More and more American couples are opting to become DINKs—double income, no kids. After all, they’ll enjoy more freedom and have more money if they choose not to have children. But is there something more to life that DINKs are missing? Dennis provides insight, shares his “3 Mirrors Theory,” and answers your questions.
Happy New Year! Dennis looks back on past New Year's advice and shares practical tips for achieving success in the coming year. Don't miss what he says about pursuing truth, depth, travel, and more to make this your best year yet.
This special Fireside Chat features Dennis’s adopted son, Aaron Prager, and his remarkable story of overcoming alcoholism and substance abuse. Aaron talks to his father about meeting his biological mother (who shared his love of alcohol and drugs), the emotional and irrational nature of addiction, his new podcast, and the journey of finding his own identity.
Bring on the Christmas cheer! Even as a devout Jew, Dennis has always loved the Christmas season. But, in recent years, Christmas joy is on the decline, as leftism and secularism invade every aspect of American culture. How do we fight back against those who want to steal our joy? We celebrate even harder! All gifts made now through Christmas will be 3X MATCHED!
Why are anti-Zionist demonstrations marching through major American cities? Why do young people hate Israel and sympathize with Hamas? Look no further than our universities, where the left has taught an entire generation not to not to judge good and evil, but to judge rich and poor, strong and weak, white and nonwhite. If you can't tell the difference between good and evil in the Middle East, your ability to ascertain morality has been destroyed. All gifts made now through Christmas on prageru.com will be 3X MATCHED!
Doing what feels good in the moment may result in temporary pleasure, but will it lead to true happiness? This week, Dennis talks about the importance of not only having superficial fun but pursuing depth in your life. How is this achieved? Like all good things, you work at it!
As wars in Israel and Ukraine rage on, some Americans are advocating that we take care of our own problems before involving ourselves in foreign affairs. However, if we hold ourselves to that standard, we will never help any other country because there will always be problems at home. Is that really how America should lead the world? Check out more of our podcasts on prageru.com/podcasts
Thanksgiving is the most universal of American holidays. How could you be more inclusive than giving thanks? Dennis reflects on this meaningful holiday, why it’s been under attack in recent years, and reminds us how important gratitude is. After all, you can’t be good, and you can’t be happy if you’re not grateful. All gifts made now through Giving Tuesday will be MATCHED and have 2X the impact!
One side wants the other side dead. It's not complex. Don't let the left overcomplicate the Middle East conflict. Hamas is very upfront about their goal: to destroy Israel and wipe it off the map. Why are pro-Palestinian protestors denying this fact?
Everyone is talking about PragerU’s new short documentary, DETRANS: The Dangers of Gender-Affirming Care, after our takeover on X (formerly Twitter). Dennis reacts to media outrage over the film, which gives a voice to brave detransitioners who were manipulated by social media and pushed by medical professionals to take hormones and undergo surgery only to experience regret. What is so scandalous about DETRANS and is it really “going to get someone killed” as the media suggests? Watch to find out.
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Feb 5th
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wickerman69

Mr. Prager, why haven't we utilized our first amendment right to petition a formal redress of grievances before our Congress?

Feb 6th
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Aaron Stone (MD)

So the cia & fbi also infiltrated newsguard & also gives them tax$ to control the news to push the overton window as far left a possible. No politician should be voted into office unless they will actually stop this.

Dec 26th
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NoahArkwright

Guys...when you're so obsessed with what's in other people's pants, it's because the problem is YOU. YOU'RE the perverts. Normal, sexually healthy people don't speak/behave like you do. Everyone thinks you're creepy and depraved because you're consumed by thoughts of pedophiles and "grooming" and are constantly talking about sexualized children. Healthy people don't do what you're doing. It's disturbing and bizarre. I know you guys think "the left" are the "groomers," but you're making a spectacle of yourselves and freaking everyone else out. STOP obsessing about children! Go see a therapist, for Pete's sake.

Dec 9th
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NoahArkwright

As an atheist with lots of atheist friends and loved ones, I can confidently assure all of you that we pay very little attention to what religious people do or don't do. As long as your not forcing your beliefs on everyone else, nobody cares. It's really weird and narcissistic how you guys just NEED to believe that everybody hates you, and that obsession has led you guys into some serious blunders lately. Revoking women's constitutionally protected right not to be some man's baby incubator, for example, was a really stupid move that is already coming back to haunt you. You can practice your backwards, bigoted religion in your own homes and churches, but you need to accept the fact that your beliefs are literally incompatible with modern life, and that everyone has seen how hypocritical and hateful Christians are and wants nothing to do with you. All everyone wants is for you conflicted people to mind your own business and leave everyone else alone. Why is that so hard to understand?

Dec 7th
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kidgamer stig

Dennis My 45 year old son claims to be an atheist. We raised him in the Lutheran faith. He was Baptized and confirmed. Then he went to college and left us for 12 years. No words to us and we did not have any knowledge of where to find him. He returned to us 11 years ago . But he continued to say he is an atheist. He also said he does not want to exist after this life. He has the love of money. And once again will not talk to his Dad and I . Which is due to an altercation whitch was due to behavior of my younger son and grandson his brother and nephew.. I have never known an atheist ever in my life. Until my son said he is.I am seeing so many unbelievable things in the world today. It is very sad for me. Has anyone told you they are having troubles similar to theses? Sheri Stigall

Oct 14th
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Steven Verdoliva

I sculpt turds nearly every day. Apparently I missed my calling.😄😄

Sep 15th
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Dave t

wrong episode!!! this is 236

May 13th
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Carolyn D. Johnson

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Apr 12th
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OHIOsimpleman

I've always thought it was a good thing to raise fearful children

Nov 7th
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wickerman69

was homeschooled my whole life. nothing could've prepared me for what's happening today .. only thing I can do is to reiterate the constitution to show how many of our problems stem from oligarchs in black robes "rulling" in repugnance of the constitution.

Sep 21st
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OHIOsimpleman

Happy late bday Mr P

Aug 4th
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Rebecca Ingram

Thank you Dennis.

Jul 23rd
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OHIOsimpleman

Caucasian farmers telling their kids on classrooms THEY are racists??? Teaching them COMPLETE lies then for their future

Jul 3rd
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OHIOsimpleman

Iowa????????

Jul 3rd
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OHIOsimpleman

Dennis, font waste your time w that idiot. theyre deaf

May 21st
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OHIOsimpleman

ID HATE TO BE A HAMAS TERRORIST AND BE KILLED. THEN FIRST THING AT JUDGEMENT OUR CREATOR WILL ASK IS WHY YOU ATTACKED ISRAEL

May 21st
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Irving Schmutz

Nikki Haley for president 2024! She is an Amazing human being!

May 21st
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OHIOsimpleman

WHY...ARE THE DEMOCRATS SO EVIL AND WRONG TODAY? KARMA I BELIEVE, BUT WE CANT LET INNOCENT FOLK BE TAKEN DOWN BY THEM!!!

May 1st
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OHIOsimpleman

Dennis, a conservative at heart, like me, is just reminded how sad times chsnge in wrong direction. Were raised BELIEVING itll get better w time. No, Jesus lets us know its part of the Story

May 1st
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