DarkHorse Podcast

By Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying

Society & Culture Natural Sciences

What's DarkHorse Podcast about?

On The DarkHorse Podcast, we will explore questions that matter, with tools that work. Weekly episodes of "The Evolutionary Lens" are co-hosted with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying, in which we use an evolutionary toolkit to reveal patterns in nature--including human nature. Guest episodes feature Bret hosting long form discussions. Some guests are well known, others obscure, but all are chosen because they have demonstrated unusual insight. The state and future of civilization will be a recurring theme, so buckle up!

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Creon Levit on the DarkHors...

09.18.2023

Creon was employed as a scientist at NASA Ames Research Center for over 30 years working in applied physics, aerodynamics, data visualization, computational chemistry, molecular nanotechnology, celestial mechanics, launch systems, optics, and satellite systems engineering. Since 2015 he has been ...

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09.18.2023 Creon Levit on the DarkHorse Podcast Creon was employed as a scientist at NASA Ames Research Center for over 30 years working in applied physics, aerodynamics, data visualization, computational chemistry, molecular nanotechnology, celestial mechanics, launch systems, optics, and satellite systems engineering. Since 2015 he has been ...
09.13.2023 #191: Fight Back and Win (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 191st in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. In this episode we discuss climate science, models, and assumptions. ...
09.06.2023 #190: Burden of Truth (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 190th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. In this episode we discuss Biden and the job he ...
09.03.2023 On Skepticism: Michael Shermer & Jeremy Rys on DarkHorse Michael Shermer is the Founding Publisher of Skeptic magazine, the host of the podcast The Michael Shermer Show, and a Presidential Fellow at Chapman University where he teaches Skepticism 101. For 18 years he was a monthly columnist for Scientific ...
08.30.2023 #189: Evidence Free Medicine (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 189th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. In this episode we discuss twitter, free speech, and why ...
08.23.2023 #188: Play the Hand You Are Dealt (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 188th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. In this episode we discuss medicine, scientific publishing, and just ...
08.19.2023 The Lahaina Fire – Jeremy Lee Quinn on DarkHorse This was originally broadcast live on August 18, 2023 while Jeremy was on the ground on Maui. We had to reupload do to technical difficulties. Jeremy on Twitter: @jeremyreporter (https://twitter.com/jeremyreporter) Jeremy on Instagram: jeremyreporter (https://www.instagram.com/jeremyreporter/) ***** Find Bret Weinstein on ...
08.18.2023 #187 Outsiders (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 187th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. In this episode we discuss why we are sitting outside: ...
08.13.2023 Web3 Working Group – DarkHorse Podcast Bret Speaks with Amy and Devon James of the Web3 Working Group. They discuss internet history, the future of our internet, and the pitfalls we should avoid. Find the Web3 Working Group at their website: https://www.web3wg.org/ Find the Web3 Working ...
08.09.2023 #186: Besting the Experts (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 186th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. In this episode we discuss the mechanism of action by ...
08.05.2023 Pharma: Not Their First Rodeo – Umberto Meduri & Paul Marik on DarkHorse **At 6:35 Umberto says “in 2000” instead of the intended “in 2020” Umberto Meduri is a professor of pharmaceutical sciences, and a former professor of medicine at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, in Memphis Tennessee. Paul Marik is ...
08.02.2023 #185: Why Would They Lie About That? (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 185th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. In this episode we discuss new research that finds that ...
07.29.2023 Censorship Industrial Complex: Bret Speaks with Michael Shellenberger on the Darkhorse Podcast Bret Speaks with Michael Shellenberger for the second time on the DarkHorse Podcast. They discuss censorship, the intelligence apparatus, and political disagreement with decency. Find Shellenberger on Substack: https://public.substack.com/ Find Shellenberger on Twitter: https://twitter.com/shellenberger ***** Our Sponsors: Hillsdale College: Since ...
07.26.2023 #184: Suspend Your Disbelief (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 184th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. In this episode we discuss RuPaul’s Drag Race, Barbie, and ...
07.19.2023 #183: Uninventing the West (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 183rd in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. In this episode we discuss the predictable descent of the ...
07.12.2023 Recapturing the Narrative: Bret Speaks with Mike Nayna on the Darkhorse Podcast *** View on Rumble: https://rumble.com/v2ysgoo-recapturing-the-narrative-bret-speaks-with-mike-nayna-on-the-darkhorse-podc.html *** Bret Speaks with Mike Nayna in the wake of his release of the Reformers film series. They discuss the art of conveying meaning, narrative, and the current moment. Find Mike on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikenayna Find ...
07.09.2023 #182: Gender Surrender (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 182nd in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. In this episode we discuss the herbicide atrazine, its effects ...
07.05.2023 #181: The Slow Creep of Institutional Entropy (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) *** Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/v2y8952-bret-and-heather-181st-darkhorse-podcast-livestream.html *** In this 181st in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. In this episode we ...
07.01.2023 #180 Allergies, Adjuvants, & Affirmative Action (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) *** Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/v2xdg7m-bret-and-heather-180th-darkhorse-podcast-livestream.html *** In this 180th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. We begin by discussing ...
06.30.2023 RFK Jr From the Vault \| Unreleased Darkhorse Podcast from 2021 In November 2021, Bret spoke to Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. on the DarkHorse podcast. It was unreleased, until now. Find RFK on Twitter: (https://twitter.com/RobertKennedyJr) Find RFK on his campaign website: (https://www.kennedy24.com/) Read his book: The Real Anthony Fauci (amazon.com/Real-Anthony-Fauci-Democracy-Childrens-ebook/dp/B08XQYGC68) ***** ...
06.24.2023 Bret Speaks with Vivek Ramaswamy on the Darkhorse Podcast *** View on Rumble: https://rumble.com/v2w3dsa-bret-speaks-with-vivek-ramaswamy-on-the-darkhorse-podcast.html *** Bret Speaks with 2024 Presidential Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy. They discuss the characteristics that define a proper person for the role of US president, the values necessary to lead the country, and the unique position ...
06.21.2023 #179: Science Strong & Fragile (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) *** Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/v2vg6l3-bret-and-heather-173rd-darkhorse-podcast-livestream.html *** In this 179th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. We begin this episode ...
06.17.2023 #178: Cheating as National Pastime (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) *** Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/v2up8u5-bret-and-heather-178th-darkhorse-podcast-livestream.html *** In this 178th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. Should men be competing ...
06.14.2023 The War on Ivermectin: Bret Speaks with Pierre Kory on the Darkhorse Podcast Bret Speaks with Pierre Kory in the wake of his recent book publication. They discuss the governmental and pharmacological campaign against Ivermectin, an effective prophylactic and treatment measure for Covid-19, and the harm done. Buy Pierre’s book: War on Ivermectin ...
06.11.2023 #177: Upgrading Skepticism (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) *** Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/v2t8xe0-bret-and-heather-177th-darkhorse-podcast-livestream.html?mref=256aqg&mc;=eh4u2 *** In this 177th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. Picking up from last ...
06.03.2023 #176: Rigging the Game (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/v2rtyii-bret-and-heather-176th-darkhorse-podcast-livestream.html?mref=256aqg&mc;=eh4u2 ***** In this 176th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. The decline of science at ...
05.31.2023 The Dawn of AGI: Bret Speaks with Alexandros Marinos on the Darkhorse Podcast Bret Speaks Alexandros Marinos on the dawning of the AI age. Where are we, where are we headed, and how should we react? Find Alexandros on Twitter: @alexandrosM (https://twitter.com/alexandrosM) Find Alexandros at his Substack: Do Your Own Research (https://doyourownresearch.substack.com/) ***** ...
05.28.2023 #174: Return to Nuremberg (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 175th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. In the last three years we have witnessed mass violations ...
05.20.2023 #174: Take Care (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 174th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. The Press Secretary said this week that “These are our ...
05.13.2023 #173: Would You Believe… (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 173rd in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. First up this week, we discuss SARS-CoV2—again!—in light of new ...
05.09.2023 #172, 20 Years Later (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 172nd in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. First up this week, we discuss Spring and sea stars ...
04.30.2023 #171: Internet Beyond the Wall (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 171st in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. This week we discuss why businesses aren’t acting like businesses. ...
04.22.2023 #170: It’s my Earth Day too, Yeah (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 170th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. This week we discuss the sun and the Earth. Near ...
04.22.2023 Feminism Against Progress: Bret Weinstein Speaks with Mary Harrington on the Darkhorse Podcast Bret speaks with Mary Harrington in the leadup to the launch of her new book, Feminism Against Progress. Find Mary on Substack: https://reactionaryfeminist.substack.com/ Find Mary on Twitter: https://twitter.com/moveincircles ***** Find Bret Weinstein on Twitter: @BretWeinstein, and on Patreon. Please subscribe ...
04.08.2023 #169: Free Speech & Friendly Fire (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 169th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. This week we discuss sports bras, Twitter, AI, electric unicycles, ...
04.01.2023 #168: Orwell 2.0 (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 168th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. This week we discuss twitter mobs, and Thomas Sowell’s Intellectuals ...
03.30.2023 Unknown Origin: Bret Weinstein Speaks with Jeremy Rys on the Darkhorse Podcast Bret Speaks with Jeremy Rys on the topic of alien life, contact, and how to come at this topic analytically with proper care. Find Jeremy at his website: https://alienscientist.com/ Find Jeremy on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/alienscientist ***** Find Bret Weinstein on Twitter: ...
03.25.2023 #167: AGI: Where Will it End? (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 167th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. It’s our three-year anniversary doing these livestreams! This week we ...
03.18.2023 #166: Corruption, Capture, & Narrative Control (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 166th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. This week we discuss ants and agriculture, coevolution and symbiosis, ...
03.11.2023 #165 Skepticism ≠ Terrorism (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 165th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. This week we discuss mis-, dis-, and mal- information, and ...
03.04.2023 #164 Science, Race, Death, and (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 164th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. This week, we discuss science, race, death and sex. No, ...
02.28.2023 Out of Creative Control: Bret Speaks with Matt Orfalea on the DarkHorse Podcast Bret Speaks with Matt Orfalea on the DarkHorse Podcast. They discuss cancel culture and propaganda, and consider how we face this developing danger. Find Matt on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Orf Find Matt on Twitter: https://twitter.com/0rf ***** Find Bret Weinstein on Twitter: @BretWeinstein, ...
02.26.2023 #163: Making Medicine Modern (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 163rd in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. This week, we discuss individual vs. public health, and whether ...
02.19.2023 #162: Why Science? (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 162nd in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. This week, we discuss John Campbell’s discussion of an autopsy ...
02.11.2023 #161: They’re Making Our Point (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 161st in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. This week, we discuss Godot, dogs, and science. Do the ...
02.05.2023 #160: The Middle Ground Scramble (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 160th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. This week, we discuss why sport has different categories for ...
01.29.2023 #159: Monkey Business at Pfizer (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 159th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. This week, we discuss how to predict things that reliably ...
01.22.2023 #158: Transphobes? (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 158th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. This week, we discuss cancellation. How do mobs get to ...
01.21.2023 Beavers? Bret Weinstein Speaks with Jakob Shockey on the Darkhorse Podcast Jakob Shockey, founder of the Beaver Coalition, has spent years researching and working to preserve, restore, and understand beaver habitats. He discusses with Bret the rarely discussed impacts of Beavers on all aspects of our world, and how we have ...
01.15.2023 #157 On Beyond Antibodies (Bret Weinstein & Heather Heying DarkHorse Livestream) In this 157th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we discuss the state of the world through an evolutionary lens. This week, we discuss antibodies. Why is the public health ...

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