Timeless Wisdom with Dennis Prager

Dennis and Julie ask… when did it become uncool to get old?  Wanting to look younger makes sense… but acting younger is not dignified.  You can judge a society on how they treat the vulnerable.  Julie recalls some takeaways from her visit to Oklahoma for a speech.  The truth is good… not something to fear because it’s uncomfortable.  In some cases, empathy has become toxic. Music: Straight to the Point c 2022Richard Friedman Music Publishing 100%Richard Friedman Writers 100%ASCAP (PRO)IPI128741568RichardFriedmanMusic.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Hamas terrorists attacked Israel on Saturday, murdering 800 Israelis, many at a “Peace Festival.” Hamas is not a “resistance movement.” It is an antisemitic death cult… More innocent Jews were killed on Saturday than any day since the Holocaust.  Dennis replays his famous PragerU video, The Middle East Problem. It’s as true today as when it was first made. One side wants the other dead, that’s the problem in one line… Dennis talks to Michael and Felice Friedson, the editors of The MediaLine.org, a Middle East news service, based in Jerusalem.  If you don’t see the moral difference between Israel and its enemies now, your moral compass has been smashed… Dennis talks to Michael Oren, former of Israel Ambassador to the US and renowned Middle East historian. Thanks for listening to the Daily Dennis Prager Podcast. To hear the entire three hours of my radio show as a podcast, commercial-free every single day, become a member of Pragertopia. You’ll also get access to 15 years’ worth of archives, as well as daily show prep. Subscribe today at Pragertopia dot com. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

“Or” questions help clarify life.  For example: “Would you save your dog or a stranger?” UK PM Rishi Sunak tells a British audience that a man can’t be a woman. Amazing that he has to say it, but that’s the world we live in. Better that he said it than not… Planned Parenthood is now providing hormones for kids who want to trans. Takes a 30-minute consult to get the drugs.  Don’t want to be lonely (who does)? Friends and marriage are your best options. Dennis explains why both are so important to a fulfilling life.  Issues raised include: I am reading the Rational Bible, it’s well written but I have some disagreements; I am a recovering addict and was wondering if I should share this with a child; I am upset with what you said about the Pope; I am happy to have some conservative friends; I know why God made mosquitoes; the difference between kill and murder in the Old Testament. Thanks for listening to the Daily Dennis Prager Podcast. To hear the entire three hours of my radio show as a podcast, commercial-free every single day, become a member of Pragertopia. You’ll also get access to 15 years’ worth of archives, as well as daily show prep. Subscribe today at Pragertopia dot com. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Germany reopens coal plants. They have been committing energy suicide with their obsession with wind and solar. Now they’re pulling back from the brink… The liberals and left live in a fantasy world. Reality has a way of intruding… A star pitcher has his career derailed by a phony sexual assault charge.  Dennis talks to Mark Helprin, Senior fellow at the Claremont Institute and one of America’s foremost novelists. His new book is The Oceans and the Stars: A Sea Story, A War Story, A Love Story.  Dennis talks to Tom Sowell, Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Stanford University. His new book is Social Justice Fallacies.Thanks for listening to the Daily Dennis Prager Podcast. To hear the entire three hours of my radio show as a podcast, commercial-free every single day, become a member of Pragertopia. You’ll also get access to 15 years’ worth of archives, as well as daily show prep. Subscribe today at Pragertopia dot com. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

House Republican Speaker, Kevin McCarthy, is out. It only took eight Republicans to accomplish this feat. It’s hard to see this how is tenable going forward. Will every rump group who doesn’t like the Speaker now move to dipose him?... How is Pope Francis much different than Greta Thunberg when it comes to global warming?  Why is that so many attractive women don’t see themselves the way they really are — quite attractive? Dennis has theories. So do callers. Dennis talks to Alex Marlow, editor-in-chief of Breitbart News. His new book is Breaking Biden: Exposing the Hidden Forces and Secret Money Machine Behind Joe Biden, His Family, and His Administration.  Thanks for listening to the Daily Dennis Prager Podcast. To hear the entire three hours of my radio show as a podcast, commercial-free every single day, become a member of Pragertopia. You’ll also get access to 15 years’ worth of archives, as well as daily show prep. Subscribe today at Pragertopia dot com. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Two scientists were awarded the Nobel Prize for developing the mRNA vaccine. Has any study proven than that the vaccine actually worked? We know that many have been hurt by this new technology… Illinois governor Jay Pritzker doesn’t want any more illegal immigrants in his sanctuary state…  A Democratic congressman was carjacked in DC. Did the thugs commit crime because they needed money to buy food? Dennis talks to Ryan Tucker, senior counsel for Alliance Defending Freedom. Michigan courts must now refer to attorneys by their preferred pronouns. One more brick is pulled from the wall of Western Civ… Why is that Democrats are much more likely to get another Covid shot and wear a mask than Republicans?  Why has our society become so much less forgiving than the past? Say something offensive twenty or thirty years ago, and you can get canceled. How do we explain this? Dennis has theories. So do callers.  Thanks for listening to the Daily Dennis Prager Podcast. To hear the entire three hours of my radio show as a podcast, commercial-free every single day, become a member of Pragertopia. You’ll also get access to 15 years’ worth of archives, as well as daily show prep. Subscribe today at Pragertopia dot com. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Young people in France seem to favor severe restrictions on flying. The reason, of course: global warming. The brainwash has worked… Governor Gavin Newsom has appointed a black lesbian to the Senate. All news reports call this historic. So what? How will this woman vote? We already know…  Seth Leibsohn, fellow at the Claremont Institute and host of the Seth Leibsohn Show on AM 960 the Patriot in Phoenix, AZ.  Democratic representative Jamaal Bowman pulls a fire alarm to prevent the House from voting on the budget bill. When found out, he claims he thought the fire alarm was a door opener. Can you imagine if, say Marjorie Taylor Greene, had done something like this? Will Bowman suffer any consequences? Unlikely. Meanwhile, J6ers are in jail for less serious offenses.  Dennis talks to Robert Jeffress, senior pastor of the 16,000-member First Baptist Church, Dallas, Texas, and is a Fox News contributor… Dennis talks to Alana Mastrangelo, reporter for Breitbart News. She presents this week’s PragerU video, Why Immigrants Should Love Columbus Day. Thanks for listening to the Daily Dennis Prager Podcast. To hear the entire three hours of my radio show as a podcast, commercial-free every single day, become a member of Pragertopia. You’ll also get access to 15 years’ worth of archives, as well as daily show prep. Subscribe today at Pragertopia dot com. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Character matters.  “What is my nature,” is important... at least as important is “what person do I want to be.”  What will be in your obituary?  The thing we want most from others is for them to be good... but we don't apply the same demand to ourselves.  Does it matter that behaving ethically makes you feel good?  Why doesn't Dennis set his phone to silent when broadcasting?  Actions trump thoughts.  Is Vivek a fake? Soundbites are often taken out of context.  The press is so untrustworthy.  Do people know they're being lied to?  Are they too jaded to react?  Where is the outrage?  For some... it is easier to lie than to enter cognitive dissonance.  Ideologies are luxuries... and can be as irresponsible as drunk driving.Music: Straight to the Point c 2022Richard Friedman Music Publishing 100%Richard Friedman Writers 100%ASCAP (PRO)IPI128741568RichardFriedmanMusic.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Joe Biden gave a speech in Arizona bashing “MAGA Republicans.” The speech is full of demagoguery, outright lies and projection — accusing Republicans of being guilty of what he (Biden) has done. This president has been and remains the “Great Divider,” the opposite of what he promised to be 2020. It's human nature to compare ourselves to those we perceive have it better than we do. But what if we were to compare ourselves to those who have it worse? Would that help us be happier? Per usual, callers set the agenda. Issues raised include: on being a boring person and taking interest in others; what is your take on God being separate from the creation; you hate Nazis, yet do you know they wanted Europe to be European; glad you stayed a radio host and didn’t run for government; on widows who still wear their wedding bands; would that Nazi caller think it’s justified to massacre the immigrants coming into the USA now; do you have any interest in NASCAR? Thanks for listening to the Daily Dennis Prager Podcast. To hear the entire three hours of my radio show as a podcast, commercial-free every single day, become a member of Pragertopia. You’ll also get access to 15 years’ worth of archives, as well as daily show prep. Subscribe today at Pragertopia dot com. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Last night’s Republican candidate debate (minus The Donald) was a messy affair. Heavy on insults, lighter than it should have been on substance. Ron DeSantis, to his credit, was an exception. Dennis talks to Julie Hartman, his co-host on the Dennis and Julie podcast. She was at the debate… Another looting riot in Philadelphia… CVS is closing 900 stores. Crime is becoming too expensive. And still, Democrat do almost nothing to stop it. Dennis talks to Bill O'Reilly, best-selling author and host of the Bill O'Reilly podcast. His new book, the 13th in his "Killing" series is Killing the Witches: The Horror of Salem, Massachusetts. The new hero of our society is “the victim.” This leads to a lot of social pathologies. The left wants to destroy every thing that brings people joy: God, religion, marriage, family… Dennis reviews key moments in last night’s candidate debate. Thanks for listening to the Daily Dennis Prager Podcast. To hear the entire three hours of my radio show as a podcast, commercial-free every single day, become a member of Pragertopia. You’ll also get access to 15 years’ worth of archives, as well as daily show prep. Subscribe today at Pragertopia dot com. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.