Real Talk with Marissa Streit | PragerU

Investment firms that focus on ESG—Environmental, Social, and Governance—promise you can get rich and do good at the same time. But in reality, it has been a losing investment strategy that threatens the U.S. economy and people’s savings. PragerU CEO Marissa Streit speaks with former Carl’s Jr. and Hardee's CEO Andy Puzder who warns that ESG is one of the most dangerous things happening to America today. This video was made possible by a generous gift from The Peter & Judy Copses Foundation. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 00:34 - Sounding the Alarm on ESG the First Time 03:23 - Andy’s Background 06:55 - How Andy Came to Run Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s 12:26 - Taking Carl’s Jr. from Bankruptcy to Billions 18:12 - Moving on from Carl’s Jr. to Public Speaking 19:10 - The Mistake That Cost Andy the Secretary of Labor Position 26:39 - Andy’s Plan to Jumpstart the U.S. Economy 29:07 - Why ESG Is Ruining Americans’ Investments 31:15 - What Is ESG? 40:46 - By Every Metric, ESG Is a Losing Investment Strategy 47:00 - Why Do Companies Alienate Half Their Customers? 50:45 - The World Economic Forum Is Communism in Disguise 57:00 - How Can Investors Fight Back against ESG? 01:00:00 - Why Aren’t More Conservative CEOs Speaking Out? 01:07:29 - How Do We Save America? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why is crime in America on the rise? Are Americans becoming more violent or are bad criminal justice policies to blame? Rafael Mangual—a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute—has been researching criminal justice reform, decarceration, and depolicing over the last decade. He speaks with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to offer sobering insights and pragmatic solutions. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 00:29 - Why Is Crime on the Rise in America? 01:32 - Bill Maher on Criminal Justice Reform 06:12 - When Cops Are Demonized Only Bad People Become Cops 13:37 - Black and Latino Crime 21:44 - Does the Criminal Justice System Need a Decarceration Shift? 23:52 - Who Are Progressive Prosecutors and Why Are They Electing Democrats? 31:24 - Are We Sending Too Many People to Prison? 39:14 - Why Cashless Bail Leads to More Crime 47:26 - Are Criminal Parents Affecting Their Kids? 49:45 - A Culture of Violence Escalates Crime 56:14 - The Role of Social Media in Criminal Activity 01:03:46 - What Can Americans Do to See a Change? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Lisa Cassileth converted from keto to a plant-based diet after studying the health benefits of veganism. PragerU CEO Marissa Streit asks Dr. Cassileth about the advantages and challenges of a plant-based diet, as well as popular weight loss drugs. Make sure to watch previous episodes of Real Talk about nutrition featuring a food expert and a carnivore for additional perspectives on how we should be eating. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 02:26 - What Led Dr. Cassileth to Veganism? 05:20 - Do Vegans Live Longer? 10:59 - What Is a Healthy Vegan Diet? 12:28 - Should Kids Practice Veganism 18:02 - Vegan vs. Meat 20:34 - Are Vegans Deficient in Certain Nutrients? 22:32 - Vegan Diet Has a Positive Impact on Your Energy 24:38 - Vitamin D and Omega for Vegans 27:20 - Is Soy Milk Better for You than Whole Milk? 29:42 - Vegan Products That Have Seed Oils 32:49 - Which Vegan Products Are Bad for You? 37:21 - Beans (Dr. Lisa’s Favorite) 37:56 - Weight Loss on the New Drugs 44:03 - Does a Thyroid Drug Cause Thyroid Cancer? 48:37 - Are Antidepressants the Best Treatment for Depression? 52:58 - Doctors and the American Healthcare System 54:48 - How to Help Your Kids Get over Depression? 55:52 - Are More People Taking Antidepressants Due to Fear? 58:44 - Should You Medicate Your Hyperactive Child? 01:00:56 - Dr. Lisa Gives Her Verdict on Various Foods 01:01:33 - Vegan Parents Might Have to Compromise with Kids 01:04:42 - Protein Shakes for Kids Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celebrity trainer Vinnie Tortorich says that exercise is the worst way to lose weight. Vinnie beat leukemia by going against the traditional nutritional narrative. He tells PragerU CEO Marissa Streit that counting calories, miracle drugs, and fat free foods are not the best way to a healthy life. Find out why Vinnie swears by the carnivore diet and which “healthy” foods he thinks are most harmful. Don't miss other episodes of Real Talk with a food expert and a vegan for for additional perspectives on how we should be eating. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 00:43 - Vinnie on Health, Nutrition, Fitness 06:57 - Fat Shaming 13:23 - Do Carbohydrates Cause Fat? 19:42 - The Problem of Sugar in Kids’ Food 21:41 - Is Sugar as Addictive as Cocaine? 26:11 - The Flawed Science of the Food Pyramid 33:00 - The Marketing behind Food Sells Lies 35:46 - Why Media Pushes Junk Food on Kids 40:21 - Confusing Foods for Kids 40:45 - Cereal, Oatmeal, Brown Rice, Quinoa, Seed Bread 42:12 - Is Salt Good for You? 42:47 -Which Fruits Should You Eat? 46:43 - Is beyond Meat a Good Alternative? 48:27 -Are Juices Just Sugar Water? 53:34 - Vitamins and Supplements 61:15 - What Is the Healthiest Drink Aside from Water? 62:50 - Is Whole Milk Healthier than Almond Milk? 64:40 - Which Protein Powders Are Best? 66:00 - Is Red Wine Healthy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can certain foods boost your brain power? Do you know what foods are best to eat and which to avoid? Max Lugavere has spent the last 10 years researching how food impacts our health. He speaks with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to dispel common myths and answer questions about nutrition. If you’re wondering why we’re being told Lucky Charms cereal is healthier than eggs, you won’t want to miss this talk. Make sure to watch other episodes of Real Talk featuring a vegan and a carnivore for additional perspectives on how we should be eating. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 01:43 - Could Diet Contribute to Dementia? 05:34 - Alzheimer’s Disease: Is It Preventable? 14:51 - Are There “Good Foods” and “Bad Foods”? 18:25 - Are Butter and Eggs Healthy or Harmful? 24:34 - Real Milk vs. Plant-Based Milk 27:15 - What Is a Good Vegetable Balance? 30:48 - Are Seed Oils Really Bad for You? 37:51 - The Myth of Granola Bars and Other “Healthy” Meals 44:12 - You Probably Need to Eat More Protein 44:49 - Food and Access in America 47:36 - Do You Need to Buy Organic Food? 50:32 - Eat More Whole Foods 54:31 - The Fight over the Tufts University Food Compass 01:02:26 - The Strange Link between Mouthwash and Blood Pressure 01:08:50 - The Genius Life: How to Read Scientific Papers 01:10:50 - Healthy Lifestyle Advice 01:14:06 - The Verdict on Chocolate and Wine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bernie Marcus is the legendary co-founder of The Home Depot and one of America’s most generous philanthropists. For the past five years, Bernie has mentored PragerU CEO Marissa Streit. In this conversation, Bernie shares his insights on building one of the most successful companies in American history, the value of hard work, overcoming adversity, and why young people must stop listening to “idiot professors.” 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 01:12 - The American Dream Is Alive and Well 07:06 - Growing Up in a Working Class Family 09:10 - Was Bernie Part of a Gang as a Kid? 11:28 - You Make the Best Out of the Worst 12:51 - Bernie’s Vision for Home Depot 1 6:45 - From Humble Beginnings to Major Growth 18:18 - “Ask Me, I’m an Owner” 19:09 - Life after Home Depot 19:26 - Surround Yourself with People Smarter than You 21:40 - 40 Years after Its Founding Home Depot’s Model Still Works 23:14 - Customer Service Makes the Difference 25:00 - Millions of People Have Benefitted from the Home Depot 26:41 - Failure Is Not Fatal 27:53 - If You Dwell You’re a Loser 29:28 - Are Young People Losing Pride in Their Work? 32:53 - Capitalism Is Not a Dirty Word 33:31 - Don’t Listen to Idiot Professors 34:48 - Bernie’s Best Advice to Young People 36:54 - Allow Adversity to Make You Stronger 37:15 - Bernie’s Philanthropic Efforts 46:50 - Thanks & Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New York Times is often referred to as the “paper of record." The Times, however, has a history of publishing lies and misinformation on some of history's most important events, including the Holocaust, the Holodomor genocide, the existence of WMDs in Iraq, and most recently, COVID’s origins and the 1619 Project. Ashley Rindsberg, journalist and author of The Gray Lady Winked, sits with PragerU CEO & education expert Marissa Streit to discuss legacy media’s history of deception and the new emerging news media landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, PragerU CEO Marissa Streit finds herself on the other side of an interview with Jill Simonian of PragerU Kids. They discuss Marissa’s educational philosophy based on 20 years of experience, as well as the root of the problems in the American school system. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 01:29 - The Major Flaw in U.S. Education 03:42 - Two Competing Theories of Education 06:12 - Child-Centered Education Approach Is Failing 08:29 - American Kids Need Cultural Literacy 12:30 - Knowledge-Based Education Allows for Better Learning 16:10 - Why Are the Classics Still Important? 19:00 - Should There Be a Standardized Curriculum? 22:30 - Hijacked Education Has Put the Nation at Risk 26:35 - What Can Parents Do to Regain Control in Education? 30:18 - Do Standards in Education Matter? 32:10 - Are We in the Middle of an Educational Revolution? 34:47 - Parents Have an Obligation to Support What Is Happening in Schools Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

America needs more entrepreneurs like Brad Anderson—the former CEO and co-founder of Best Buy. Against all odds, he took a failing business and made it a success by focusing on the customer. Over the last 10 years, he's been a personal mentor to PragerU CEO Marissa Streit. Listen in on this conversation about entrepreneurship, management philosophy, and the challenges of running a business. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 00:30 - Brad's Background 04:50 - Turning Best Buy Around 07:40 - Lesson #1: "Innovators Run against the Herd" 09:47 - Lesson #2: "To Communicate Well, First Be Misundertstood" 11:38 - Lesson #3: "Leaders Need to Work the Floor" 14:20 - Effective Leadership 18:27 - Working with Steve Jobs 23:43 - Growing from Mediocrity 26:20 - Capturing What Makes You Extraordinary 27:54 - Meaning vs. Money 31:10 - Could Best Buy Be Built Today? 32:40 - Learning Theology through Business 35:10 - Anchoring Leadership in Faith 40:26 - Advice to Entrepreneurs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a recent Gallup poll, two out of the top ten issues troubling Americans are immigration and crime. Reihan Salam is the President of the Manhattan Institute—a think tank that provides research-based information and clarity on public policy. He sits with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss a sensible solution for America’s immigration debate. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 00:36 - What Is the Manhattan Institute? 03:22 - Past Work Highlights 05:15 - Reihan's Background 08:00 - How Journalism and Education Have Changed for the Worse 12:05 - The "New" College Experience 16:10 - Teach Kids to Be Discerning 19:34 - Trade Schools vs. Universities 23:52 - Predatory Higher Education Institutions 27:20 - Deterioration of Major Cities 33:57 - Progressive Arguments against Crime 37:50 - Perceptions around Policing 41:30 - Conservatives Need to Stop Running Away 47:00 - "Melting Pot or Civil War?" 52:27 - Immigrant Mentalities about America 55:18 - A Warning for Americans 58:15 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why are some notable black performers and athletes making antisemitic remarks? Is it because of the way black history is taught to them? Pastor Dumisani Washington is an expert on Jewish and black relations. He sits with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss this sentiment and whether it's a growing trend. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 00:31 - Thoughts on Black History Month 03:31 - Dumisani Washington Origins 07:24 - Becoming a Preacher 08:48 - The Black Hebrew Israelite Movement and Beliefs 15:50 - Recent Increase in Aggression 19:28 - Who Is Louis Farrakhan? 23:37 - Vulnerable Young Black Men 25:51 - The Desegregation Debate in Black Communities 30:45 - Thomas Sowell—“False Memories” 34:30 - Who Is Manipulating the Black Community? 38:40 - The Black/Jewish Relationship 43:50 - Celebrating Victories over Victimhood 47:45 - Homeschooling in Black Households 51:57 - Zionism 58:00 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian, host, and author Dave Rubin was a self-described “classical liberal” who famously “left the left” in 2017 when he realized the ideology is flawed and they are the intolerant ones. Since then, Dave has been on a mission to save American values. He sits with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss his journey, his conversations with Elon Musk inside Twitter HQ, and how he believes conservatives can win the culture war. Donate today to help keep PragerU podcasts and videos free! PragerU.com/donate 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 31:00 - Who Is Dave Rubin? 05:43 - Dave's Red-Pill Moment 09:38 - Leaving Leftism 12:50 - Background of "Why I Left the Left" 5-Minute Video 16:44 - Embracing Diversity of Thought 20:45 - Touring with Jordan Peterson 22:10 - No Regrets but There Was Stress 23:48 - Meeting Elon Musk at Twitter 26:55 - Exposing Twitter's Censorship 29:20 - San Francisco Is Decaying 31:24 - Are People Waking up to Leftism? 35:45 - Why PragerU Stays in California 43:00 - Dave's Obsession with Florida 45:23 - What Dave's Been up to (From Kids to Rumble) 50:20 - Dave's Thoughts on Conservative Media 57:02 - Being an Independent Creator or Part of a Network 59:20 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As much as parents want to protect their children from the dangers of social media, sexting, and pornography, in reality, it is not practical to keep them away from technology forever. So, what can parents do to have peace of mind while their children are online? Sean Clifford is the CEO of Canopy, an app that prevents dangerous online activities from reaching kids. He sits with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss tech predators and safety measures parents can take. Sign the Pledge to Protect Children’s Innocence. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 00:36 - Sean's Background 04:05 - Tech World Dangers for Kids 06:45 - How Does Canopy Filter Negative Content? 10:19 - Canopy Protects against Sexting 12:05 - How Canopy Handles Sensitive Content 13:15 - Legal Consequences of Minors Engaging in Sexting 16:25 - Statistics on Children's Exposure to Pornography 18:32 - Early Exposure to Sexual Content and Children's Brain Development 22:05 - Porn-Induced Erectile Dysfunction 23:48 - Gender Disparity in Youth Mental Health Struggles 25:40 - How Tech Entrepreneurs Navigate Parenting 27:57 - Family Rules for Parenting with Technology 34:05 - How Early Should Hard Conversations with Kids Start? 38:00 - Dopamine vs. Serotonin 40:40 - Apps and Device Recommendations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our school system and culture are allowing predators to sexualize children. Landon Starbuck is a former Hollywood star-turned-advocate who left the industry when she refused to conform. She is now empowering parents to fight back against the dangers of sexualized children’s entertainment and education. She sits with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss how parents can step up and take action. Sign the Pledge to Protect Children’s Innocence. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 00:52 - Freedom Forever's Mission 01:28 - The Reality of Child Exploitation 02:57 - Sex Trafficking Online / Sextortion 05:35 - Predators, Avatars, and Manipulation 06:36 - Pulling Kids Out of School 08:22 - The Destruction of Children's Innocence 10:02 - Empowering Parents to Defend Family Values 11:49 - Areas of Concern in Our Schools 13:50 - Social Emotional Learning: A Trojan Horse 14:50 - Advice to Parents: Become Warriors 16:16 - Parental Concerns over Kids and Social Media 20:08 - Online Tools and Plugins for Protection 22:46 - Developing a Parental Strategy 27:40 - Leftists Targeting Schools in Conservative Districts 30:00 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chloe Cole was 12 years old when she decided she wanted to be a boy. At 13, she started puberty blockers and testosterone. Two years later, she had a double mastectomy. At 16, she regretted her decisions but must live with the irreversible choices she made as a child. Chloe sits with CEO Marissa Streit to discuss her perilous journey while cautioning parents and youths about the dangers of the trans movement for children. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 00:44 - Where Did Chloe's Transition Start? 02:10 - The Influence of Social Media 04:18 - Coming Out to Her Parents 05:20 - Gender Dysphoria Diagnosis 07:10 - The Influence of the Online Trans Community 08:55 - Poor Medical Guidance and Downplaying Side Effects Made Things Worse 12:30 - Starting "Treatment": Mental and Physical Changes 15:08 - Bullying and Assault 17:20 - Chest Binding 19:07 - Top Surgery and Post-op 24:49 - Regret and Isolation 26:26 - Chloe's Moment of Realization: Losing Motherhood 28:30 - Feelings of Shame and Guilt 29:30 - Silenced by Online Trans Community 32:20 - Speaking Out against Gender-Affirming Care 34:40 - Lawsuit: Negligence & Medical Malpractice 36:20 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a rapper, author, actor, podcast host, and entrepreneur, Zuby really is a 21st century renaissance man. His pro-American viewpoints and outspoken personality make him a constant target for the woke mob. Zuby sits with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss free speech, raising boys to become strong men, race relations, the culture war inside the entertainment industry, and much more. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 00:35 - Who Is Zuby? 01:45 - Speaking for Truth 07:05 - What Was Zuby's Red Pill Moment? 08:10 - Breaking the British Women's Deadlift Record 10:45 - Why Men Should Not Be Competing in Women's Sports 12:00 - Attacks against Traditional Feminists 13:30 - Conflicting Leftist Views 18:53 - The War on Masculinity 27:45 - Physical and Mental Wars 31:25 - Where Does Zuby's Strength Come From? 35:40 - Remaining Optimistic 38:35 - Gauging Society by What Is Tolerated 44:00 - Influence and Criticism of Rap Music 52:36 - Rap as an Outlet for Aggression 56:15 - Producer and Consumer Responsibilities 58:20 - Kids Need Boundaries 59:50 - Thriving as an Indie Artist 01:04:18 - The Silent Majority in Entertainment 01:07:50 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With social media, politics permeating medicine, and the push toward transgenderism in kids, has it ever been harder for parents to raise children? Dr Jessica Hochman hosts a weekly podcast, Ask Dr Jessica, available on all podcast platforms. On her podcast, she interviews experts covering a variety of pediatric topics with the goal to help give parents quality medical information. Find her on Instagram at @askdrjessica. She sits with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to share advice on how current and future parents can navigate the challenges that come with raising children in today’s society. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 01:42 - Navigating the Twitter Mommy Mob 03:10 - Parents Need to Trust Their Instincts 05:40 - Why Politics Influences Physicians 11:35 - Transitioning Kids 15:05 - Remaining Compassionate without Compromising 17:25 - Kids' Developmental Phases 19:50 - Why Is There a Surge in Gender Dysphoria? 21:10 - Should You Send Your Child to a Gender Clinic? 24:35 - Tyranny of the Minority 27:40 - Combatting Social Contagion 30:35 - What Are Tools Parents Can Use? 32:50 - Overstimulation: Social Media & Video Games 35:50 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ambassador Nikki Haley has had a remarkable career as the Governor of South Carolina and as the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. She sits with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss her service to America, how she developed her strength growing up, and how the culture of victimhood robs people of their potential. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 00:50 - Nikki's Values and Roots 02:50 - Authentic Feminism Is Navigating Adversity 06:30 - Serving at the United Nations under Donald Trump 09:25 - Do Victimization and Labeling Help Anything? 11:40 - Remaining Strong in the Face of Fear 14:33 - Navigating Work with Trump 16:08 - Striving for the Greater Good 17:45 - How Can America Revive Its Fighting Spirit? 21:30 - Overcoming Fear for Personal Growth 25:55 - Will Nikki Return to Public Service? 26:50 - New Wave Feminism vs. Classic Feminism 29:00 - How Can Women Balance Motherhood and Career? 32:25 - Standing for Truth 32:33 - Fixing Woke Schools 36:30 - Parents' Awakening to School Realities 37:51 - "If You Want Something Done..." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know that many international institutions are claiming that King David—the Biblical king of Israel—is a myth? Ze’ev Orenstein is a Director at City of David Foundation in Jerusalem. He sits with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to give historical evidence that King David—along with other figures in the Bible—actually did exist. He also discusses who is behind the tremendous efforts to revise this history. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 01:16 - Did King David Exist? 03:50 - Newly Uncovered Evidence 06:27 - UNESCO Condemnation of Israeli Excavations 09:50 - The City of David: An Inconvenient Truth 11:30 - Revisiting 1930: The Supreme Muslim Council Embraced Jewish Heritage in Jerusalem 14:30 - Revisiting 1867: Captain Charles Warren 17:33 - Sacred Jerusalem: Wailing Wall, City of David 20:14 - America's Biblical Connections to the City of David 21:47 - Did Jesus Walk on the Pilgrimage Road? 25:45 - Excavation Obstacles 30:00 - Archaeology Evidence 35:00 - The Fight to Defend Israel's Heritage 35:50 - The 3,000-Year-Old Roman Victory Coin 37:30 - Protecting Jerusalem and America 39:22 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fentanyl is the leading cause of death for Americans between the ages of 18-45. And the number of deaths is rising every day. Who is to blame and how can it be stopped? Adam Gordon is the Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Southern District of California, which is at the epicenter of this deadly drug battle. He sits with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to explain why Fentanyl is so lethal, how it gets into our country, and what parents can do to protect their children. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 00:42 - What Is Fentanyl? 02:17 - Roots of the Fentanyl Crisis 05:20 - The Allure of Fentanyl 07:00 - How Kids Are Accessing Fentanyl (M30's/Blues) 10:40 - Adam Gordon's Career as a Prosecutor 11:47 - How Fentanyl Hooks Its Victims 16:14 - San Diego Border Seizures 17:50 - Why Drug Cartels Are Lacing Pills with Fentanyl 21:00 - The Fentanyl Crisis in Numbers 24:28 - Fentanyl Prosecutions 26:14 - How Can Parents Keep Their Kids off Drugs? 31:05 - Is There a Way to Stop a Fentanyl Overdose? 34:03 - The Pros and Cons of Narcan 36:10 - Raising Awareness of Fentanyl's Risks 37:40 - Critical Advice for All Parents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Could the protests sparked by the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini be a tipping point for the Iranian people to affect real change in their country? Investigative journalist Lisa Daftari sits with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss Iran’s role in terror attacks around the world, the strange alliance between far-leftists and Islamist extremists, and what the West can do to support the Iranian people in their fight against their tyrannical government. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 01:10 - Who Is Lisa Daftari? 01:55 - Escaping the Iranian Revolution 03:45 - How the Revolution Took Shape 05:10 - The Art of Secret Communication Out of Iran 05:55 - The Murder of Mahsa Amini Sparks Demonstrations 08:52 - Civilian Courage during Police Crackdowns 11:15 - The Deafening Silence of Liberal Feminists 12:25 - Why the 1979 Iranian Revolution Was a Mistake 16:09 - Managing Iran's Nationalistic Pride and the West 18:28 - How Did the Iranian People Get Duped? 20:35 - The Iranian Regime's Greatest Vulnerability 22:24 - The West's Role in Promoting Change 25:40 - The Disastrous Iran Nuclear Deal 28:20 - The Impact of Additional Sanctions 31:18 - Why America Can't Ignore Iran's Protests 36:00 - A Message of Hope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ambassador Robert C. O’Brien has spent much of his career at the center of American foreign policy, most recently serving as the National Security Advisor for President Donald Trump. There, he orchestrated the historic Abraham Accords, which have changed the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East for the better. Now, he is sitting with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss his work as a hostage negotiator and foreign policy expert. His thoughts on the current challenges we're facing with Iran, China, and Russia are critical. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 00:45 - Rescuing Hostages Around the World 03:00 - Working with President Trump 04:05 - The Inside Story of the Abraham Accords 07:20 - The Importance of Allies 10:55 - What Are America's Biggest Threats around the World? 13:09 - Threat to America: Iran 15:30 - America's Response to Iran 18:48 - The Biggest Threat to America Is China 22:30 - China's Growing Influence 27:15 - Should the U.S. Ban TikTok? 29:50 - Joining Forces with Big Tech 33:28 - Is There Hope for America's Future? 36:23 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

American entrepreneur and investor Joe Lonsdale has been immensely successful in the technology sector for nearly 20 years. Now he is starting a new university in Austin which aims to compete with the Ivy League, bring back civil discourse, and teach the value of Western Civilization. Joe sits down with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss why he left California, his mission to save American education, and why he only hires contrarian thinkers. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 00:40 - What is Palantir? 04:40 - The Vocal Minority of Silicon Valley 06:10 - Why Are People Fleeing California? 09:00 - Austin Politics 10:55 - What Is Joe Lonsdale's Mission? 12:50 - Launching The University of Austin 17:08 - Promoting Civil Discourse in Classrooms 19:30 - University Accreditation: Is It Worth It? 21:00 - What Is Joe's Investment Advice? 25:10 - The Art of Informed Venture Capital Investments 26:35 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kim Kiyosaki is co-founder and CEO of The Rich Dad Company and a spirited advocate of financial education. In this episode of Real Talk, Kim and PragerU CEO Marissa Streit discuss the challenges of running a multi-million dollar company and dispel the myth of the “glass ceiling” for women in business. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 01:00 - Self-Reliance for Financial Freedom 02:30 - Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset 04:10 - Kim's Background 06:20 - Female Leaders and Authentic Inclusion 10:02 - Marriage, Femininity, and Finances 13:40 - Do Women Really Have a Glass Ceiling? 19:45 - Becoming Financially Literate: Assets & Liabilities 26:55 - Investing Is a Mindset 30:00 - Types of Asset Classes 33:20 - The Art of Hands-on Investing 34:28 - Recession-Proofing Your Finances 37:45 - Being Competitive vs. Comfortable 41:35 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Violent crime is on the rise in cities across America, as heated debates continue over gun control and the role of police. Security expert Bryce Eddy from Covered 6, a vocational training school for military veterans, joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to discuss how to stay safe in these turbulent times. Don’t miss this Real Talk on guns, law enforcement, and why self-reliance is vital. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 02:26 - Who is Bryce Eddy? 05:00 - The Problem with Gun Control 07:30 - Current Gun Laws 09:55 - The Flaws of Red Flag Laws 15:00 - A Look at Lawful Gun Owners 18:55 - What are Real Solutions for School Safety? 24:35 - Uvalde Police Response Missteps 28:55 - The Role of Qualified Immunity 31:48 - Public-Private Security Partnerships 34:45 - Practical Solutions for Staying Safe 40:20 - Promoting Firearm Safety 41:40 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When an elite private school went woke, frustrated dad Jerome Eisenberg fought back by filing a lawsuit to hold the school accountable. He sits down with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit for a real talk about the regressive direction of education, finding the courage to disagree with the status quo, and how like-minded parents can help turn the tide. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 01:43 - The Brentwood School System 03:08 - The Turning Point: George Floyd 08:37 - Affinity Groups and Antisemitism 12:24 - Origins of Jerome's Lawsuit 14:10 - Fighting for the Greater Cause 20:10 - Holding the School System Accountable 21:50 - Secret Phone Calls of Gratitude 22:38 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In schools across America, lessons are being taught that put our kids in danger. It’s time for parents to take a hard look at what their kids are learning about in school. Jaco Booyens, renowned anti-sex trafficking activist, sits down with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit for an important conversation about the sexualization of children, its direct impact on sex crimes, and empowering parents to protect their children. 00:00 - Welcome to Real Talk 01:17 - Sexualizing School Curricula 03:16 - Schools and Pornography: Obscenity Exemption Statute (1970) 06:48 - When Parents Push Back 09:10 - Pornography and Young Minds 12:00 - Left-Wing Funding of School District Campaigns 15:45 - Normalizing Pornography and Society's Complicity 18:14 - Fighting Back 21:12 - The Duty of Parents 25:30 - A Prayer for Parents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices