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3.7.26 Seth Grossman WPG Radio
This recording from March 7, 2026, features Seth Grossman filling in for John DeMasi on the radio program Talk with a Purpose. Grossman uses the show to critique Daylight Saving Time and discuss the history of US-China relations through the lens of a local cultural event.
1. Critique of Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Natural Time vs. Government Control: Grossman argues that for thousands of years, humans followed "natural time" based on the sun's position (noon as the highest point). He views DST as an artificial disruption of nature.
The Origins of DST: He traces the idea back to William Willett's 1907 pamphlet, The Waste of Daylight. Willett, an English builder, allegedly proposed the shift because he was frustrated that others were sleeping during his morning horseback rides.
Wartime Emergency: Grossman notes that DST was only successfully implemented as a "wartime emergency measure" during World War I and II, as it lacked popular support otherwise.
Winners and Losers:
Opposed: Farmers (who dislike starting in the dark), railroads (due to scheduling chaos), and medical professionals (who cite health risks and sleep disruption).
Supporters: Golf course owners, retail shops, and politicians who Grossman claims have a "psychological desire to control" people.
2. Traditional China and Shen Yun
Pre-Communist China: Grossman describes China before 1949 as a "pleasant place" and a close friend of America. He blames the US State Department for "betraying" Chinese allies and allowing Mao to take power.
Shen Yun Recommendation: He highly recommends the Shen Yun performing arts show, which he describes as a brilliant presentation of traditional Chinese values "before communism."
Local Event Details:
Location: Miller Theater, Philadelphia.
Dates: April 15–19, 2026.
Cost: Tickets start at approximately $90.
3. General Political Philosophy
The Role of Government: Grossman's overarching message is that the best thing the government can do is "do nothing, get out of the way," and protect the equal rights of individuals to make their own decisions.
The "Psychopath" Theory: He cites an observation that 4% to 6% of the population has psychopathic tendencies, suggesting these individuals often gravitate toward politics to impose their will on others.
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By Seth GrossmanThis recording from March 7, 2026, features Seth Grossman filling in for John DeMasi on the radio program Talk with a Purpose. Grossman uses the show to critique Daylight Saving Time and discuss the history of US-China relations through the lens of a local cultural event.
1. Critique of Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Natural Time vs. Government Control: Grossman argues that for thousands of years, humans followed "natural time" based on the sun's position (noon as the highest point). He views DST as an artificial disruption of nature.
The Origins of DST: He traces the idea back to William Willett's 1907 pamphlet, The Waste of Daylight. Willett, an English builder, allegedly proposed the shift because he was frustrated that others were sleeping during his morning horseback rides.
Wartime Emergency: Grossman notes that DST was only successfully implemented as a "wartime emergency measure" during World War I and II, as it lacked popular support otherwise.
Winners and Losers:
Opposed: Farmers (who dislike starting in the dark), railroads (due to scheduling chaos), and medical professionals (who cite health risks and sleep disruption).
Supporters: Golf course owners, retail shops, and politicians who Grossman claims have a "psychological desire to control" people.
2. Traditional China and Shen Yun
Pre-Communist China: Grossman describes China before 1949 as a "pleasant place" and a close friend of America. He blames the US State Department for "betraying" Chinese allies and allowing Mao to take power.
Shen Yun Recommendation: He highly recommends the Shen Yun performing arts show, which he describes as a brilliant presentation of traditional Chinese values "before communism."
Local Event Details:
Location: Miller Theater, Philadelphia.
Dates: April 15–19, 2026.
Cost: Tickets start at approximately $90.
3. General Political Philosophy
The Role of Government: Grossman's overarching message is that the best thing the government can do is "do nothing, get out of the way," and protect the equal rights of individuals to make their own decisions.
The "Psychopath" Theory: He cites an observation that 4% to 6% of the population has psychopathic tendencies, suggesting these individuals often gravitate toward politics to impose their will on others.