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Real Talk with Marissa Streit | PragerU

Real Talk with Marissa Streit | PragerU

PragerU 167 Episodes Oct 9, 2026

Join PragerU CEO Marissa Streit as she interviews some of the most significant thought leaders and influential figures from around the world.

Episodes

Who is Steve Hilton The Man Who Wants to be California’s Governor
Who is Steve Hilton The Man Who Wants to be California’s Governor Oct 9, 2026 2336 California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton joins this new episode of Real Talk to discuss the challenges facing the Golden State. From California’s high cost of living, taxes, and business regulations to homelessness, government spending, and the influence of special interests, Hilton explains why he believes state policies have contributed to California’s problems. He also reflects on his fa
Dinesh D'Souza on the Biggest Archaeological Evidence for the Bible
Dinesh D'Souza on the Biggest Archaeological Evidence for the Bible Sep 30, 2026 3795 Author and filmmaker Dinesh D'Souza joins this new episode of Real Talk to explore the biggest archaeological discoveries that he argues are increasingly corroborating the people, places, and historical details described in the Bible. From evidence associated with the high priest Caiaphas to the Pool of Siloam and the Tel Dan Stele's reference to the “House of David,” Dinesh explains why he believ
Dr. Peter McCullough on Vaccines and the Crisis of Medical Trust
Dr. Peter McCullough on Vaccines and the Crisis of Medical Trust Sep 24, 2026 4226 Dr. Peter McCullough joins this new episode of Real Talk for or a wide-ranging conversation about vaccines, autism, COVID-19, medical trust, and how parents can seek additional perspectives before making major health decisions for their children. McCullough explains why the COVID-19 vaccine campaign changed the way he viewed vaccine policy, why he believes parents should ask harder questions abou
Peptides: Medical Breakthrough or Risky Shortcut? | Dr. Jared Ament & Dr. Jon Kanevsky
Peptides: Medical Breakthrough or Risky Shortcut? | Dr. Jared Ament & Dr. Jon Kanevsky Sep 23, 2026 5251 Peptides, supplements, GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, NAD, IV drips, and “longevity stacks” are everywhere. But how much do people really know about what they are putting into their bodies? Dr. Jared Ament and Dr. Jon Kanevsky join this new episode of Real Talk to explain the potential benefits of peptides, why so many Americans are experimenting with them, and why the gray-market peptide industry can b
How Turkey Is Using Middle East Instability to Become a Regional Power | John Spencer
How Turkey Is Using Middle East Instability to Become a Regional Power | John Spencer Sep 16, 2026 4740 Urban warfare expert John Spencer joins this NEW episode of Real Talk to explain how the wars reshaping the Middle East are creating new opportunities for rising powers like Turkey. Spencer breaks down Turkey’s growing ambitions, Israel’s security concerns, the collapse of Assad’s regime in Syria, and why Syria has become a central battleground for regional power competition. He also explains what
Why Young Men Are Falling for Fake Masculinity | Aaron Prager
Why Young Men Are Falling for Fake Masculinity | Aaron Prager Sep 9, 2026 3268 Aaron Prager joins this NEW episode of Real Talk to discuss the crisis facing young men, the rise of figures like Andrew and Tristan Tate, and why fake masculinity often disguises victimhood as personal responsibility. Drawing from his own journey through addiction and recovery, Aaron explains why real growth requires accountability, struggle, faith, ambition, and the refusal to blame others for y
Why Conspiracy Theories Are So Addictive | Real Talk with Marissa Streit and Guest Michael Shermer
Why Conspiracy Theories Are So Addictive | Real Talk with Marissa Streit and Guest Michael Shermer Sep 3, 2026 4386 Author and Skeptic magazine founder Michael Shermer joins this NEW episode of Real Talk to discuss why conspiracy theories spread, how some turn out to be true, and when to tell the difference between healthy suspicion and paranoia. Shermer explains why UFOs, 9/11, the moon landing, COVID, and antisemitic conspiracies capture the public imagination, and how social media and AI have made false narr
Spain’s Crisis and the Global Fight Between Socialism and Freedom | David Hatchwell Altaras & Pablo Kleinman
Spain’s Crisis and the Global Fight Between Socialism and Freedom | David Hatchwell Altaras & Pablo Kleinman Aug 26, 2026 4376 Spanish businessman David Hatchwell Altaras and Argentine-American media entrepreneur Pablo Kleinman join this new episode of Real Talk to discuss how tensions between Spain and Morocco, mass immigration, energy dependence, corruption, and anti-Israel politics are reshaping Spain and Europe. We also discuss the global battle between collectivism and Western civilization, the “red-green alliance”
Meet Winsome Earle-Sears: Marine Veteran and Former Virginia Lieutenant Governor
Meet Winsome Earle-Sears: Marine Veteran and Former Virginia Lieutenant Governor Aug 20, 2026 3992 Former Virginia Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears joins this new episode of Real Talk to discuss her family's journey from Jamaica to America, how socialism devastated Jamaica, and why America remains a land of opportunity. She explains why school choice and parental rights are essential, how COVID-era school closures helped reshape Virginia politics, why local elections matter, and how teac
Could India Be America’s Most Important Ally Against China? | Journalist Lalit Jha
Could India Be America’s Most Important Ally Against China? | Journalist Lalit Jha Aug 12, 2026 3350 Indian journalist Lalit K. Jha joins this new episode of Real Talk to discuss why Americans should pay closer attention to India. He explains how India’s religious and linguistic diversity, economic growth, and democratic system make it fundamentally different from China. Jha also discusses China’s use of Pakistan as a proxy, India’s complicated role in BRICS, its relationships with Israel, Iran,
Heather Higgins on Why Strong Women Never Need to Declare War on Men to Succeed
Heather Higgins on Why Strong Women Never Need to Declare War on Men to Succeed Aug 5, 2026 3469 Heather Higgins, CEO of Independent Women, joins this new episode of Real Talk to explore how the left uses victimhood politics to make women feel dependent on government, why defending women’s sports became a wake-up call for moms, and how bad policies on health care, childcare, and family leave often hurt the very women they claim to help. We also discuss why conservative women need to be willi
How Lawfare Targets Market Disruptors From Michael Milken to President Trump
How Lawfare Targets Market Disruptors From Michael Milken to President Trump Jul 29, 2026 3434 Attorney and author Richard Sandler joins this new episode of Real Talk to discuss lawfare and his decades-long fight to defend the reputation of his childhood friend and business partner, Michael Milken. Sandler reflects on what true loyalty looks like when a friend becomes the target of prosecutors, media narratives, and public condemnation. He explains how Milken disrupted Wall Street, why powe

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