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 What makes you a heretic? Journalist Andrew Gold believes that, in an age of group-think and tribes, we need heretics - those who use unconventional wisdom to speak out against their own groups, from cancelled comedians and radical feminists to cult defectors and vigilantes hunting deviants. Learn from my guests how to rebel, think differently and resist social contagion. From Triggernometry's Konstantin Kisin and the world's most cancelled man Graham Linehan to Robbie Williams and atheist Richard Dawkins. These are the people living with the weight of their own community's disappointment on their shoulders.Andrew Gold Sciences sociales
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  • 598. Geoff Norcott: “The Truth Is, I Probably Did Self-Censor”

    598. Geoff Norcott: “The Truth Is, I Probably Did Self-Censor”
    Dec 15 2025
    🔥 Geoff Norcott on Comedy, Brexit, the BBC, Men’s Issues & Why Comedy Lost Its Balls 🔥 In this explosive episode of Heretics, I’m joined by comedian, writer and broadcaster Geoff Norcott — often described as the only conservative comedian allowed on the BBC — for a brutally honest conversation about comedy, politics, culture wars and free speech. SPONSORS: Use my code Andrew25 on MyHeritage: https://bit.ly/AndrewGoldDNA Grab your free seat to the 2-Day AI Mastermind: https://link.outskill.com/GOLDNOV4 Start fresh at tryfum.com/products/zero-crisp-mint . Over 500,000 people have already made the switch — no nicotine, no vapor, no batteries. Just flavor, fidget, and a fresh start. Get up to 45% off Ekster with my code ANDREWGOLDHERETICS: https://partner.ekster.com/andrewgoldheretics Plaud links! Official Website: Uk: https://bit.ly/3K7jDGm US: https://bit.ly/4a0tUie Amazon: https://amzn.to/4hQVyAm Get an automatic 20% discount at checkout until December 1st. Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at https://mintmobile.com/heretics Geoff opens up about voting Leave, being labelled a “token Tory”, navigating BBC comedy, and why the 2010s broke comedy through fear, self-censorship and ideological purity. We talk about Brexit, cancel culture, topical comedy, Mock the Week, The Mash Report, and what really happens behind the scenes at the BBC. We also dive deep into: - Why 98% of comedians lean left - How Brexit changed everything in British comedy - Self-censorship, fear, and why comics stopped taking risks - The Ava Santina / Politics Live moment and the fallout - Men’s mental health, male identity, and whether we need a Minister for Men - Why discussions about men get derailed — and who benefits - Class, working-class voices, and BBC “diversity” panels - Why comedy works best when left and right actually clash - Why podcasts replaced TV as the home of honest comedy - Whether comedy has finally got its balls back Geoff also reflects on Laurence Fox, GB News, cancel culture on the right and left, and why ideological purity is killing real conversation. This is a rare, long-form discussion that doesn’t shout slogans — it actually thinks. If you’re interested in: free speech, British comedy, politics, men’s issues, BBC bias, cancel culture, culture wars, Brexit, or why comedy stopped being funny, this episode is for you. 👇 Subscribe so YouTube actually shows you the next episode 👍 Like to help this reach people who want honest conversations 💬 Comment — even if you usually don’t — the algorithm cares 🎤 Geoff Norcott Tour: Basic Bloke 2: There’s No Bloke Without Fire 🎧 Geoff’s Podcast: What Most People Think Join the 30k heretics on my mailing list: https://andrewgoldheretics.com Check out my new documentary channel: https://youtube.com/@andrewgoldinvestigates Andrew on X: https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok Insta: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgold_ok Heretics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewgoldheretics #GenderDebate #TransDiscussion #HereticsPodcast Chapters: 00:00 Why This Comic Was Never Meant to Exist on the BBC 03:42 The Moment Comedy Stopped Being Funny 07:58 Voting Brexit in a Room That Hated You 12:41 The Unwritten Rules Every BBC Comedian Knows 18:09 How “Diversity” Quietly Replaced Talent 23:37 Why 98% of Comics Think the Same Way 28:54 The Joke That Would End a Career Today 34:06 Self-Censorship Is Worse Than Cancel Culture 39:22 The Incident That Changed Everything On Air 44:51 Why Talking About Men Makes People Panic 49:36 The Class Conversation No One’s Allowed to Have 54:48 Podcasts Became Dangerous for a Reason 59:31 What Really Happens When You Disagree Publicly 1:04:27 The Line You’re Never Supposed to Cross 1:09:15 Has Comedy Finally Got Its Balls Back? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h et 22 min
  • 597. Chris Packham Defends the BBC — But I Push Back Hard

    597. Chris Packham Defends the BBC — But I Push Back Hard
    Dec 11 2025
    In this powerful full-length conversation, Chris Packham joins Andrew Gold for one of the most challenging and revealing interviews of his career. SPONSORS: Use my code Andrew25 on MyHeritage: https://bit.ly/AndrewGoldDNA Grab your free seat to the 2-Day AI Mastermind: https://link.outskill.com/GOLDNOV4 Start fresh at tryfum.com/products/zero-crisp-mint . Over 500,000 people have already made the switch — no nicotine, no vapor, no batteries. Just flavor, fidget, and a fresh start. Get up to 45% off Ekster with my code ANDREWGOLDHERETICS: https://partner.ekster.com/andrewgoldheretics Plaud links! Official Website: Uk: https://bit.ly/3K7jDGm US: https://bit.ly/4a0tUie Amazon: https://amzn.to/4hQVyAm Get an automatic 20% discount at checkout until December 1st. Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at https://mintmobile.com/heretics Watch Chris Packham's important film here: https://youtu.be/XjWUKFUaoL4 Follow him on X: https://x.com/ChrisGPackham Across a wide-ranging discussion, they dive into some of the most divisive issues in the UK today — from the BBC’s impartiality to woke culture, transgender debates, multiculturalism, migration, and the future of our society. Chris makes a passionate case for the value of an independent BBC, defending public broadcasting and pushing back on claims that it has been overtaken by progressive ideology. Andrew presents the counterargument, questioning whether woke culture, cancel culture, and narrowing viewpoints have created an unbalanced media landscape. The episode takes a deeper turn as they explore the trans conversation, with Chris emphasising empathy and tolerance while Andrew raises concerns about underreported stories, regret, and editorial responsibility. From there, they tackle immigration vs migration, the humanitarian crises driving movement across borders, and whether multiculturalism genuinely benefits modern Britain. This is not a clash — it’s a rare, honest examination of how two people with different worldviews can challenge each other, listen, and still find common ground. Thought-provoking, uncomfortable, and refreshing in equal measure, this episode is essential viewing for anyone interested in free speech, media accountability, political culture, social change, and the future of public debate. Watch to the end for Chris’s urgent message about the greatest threat facing humanity — and why we’re distracted from it. #ChrisPackham #AndrewGold #WokeDebate Join the 30k heretics on my mailing list: https://andrewgoldheretics.com Check out my new documentary channel: https://youtube.com/@andrewgoldinvestigates Andrew on X: https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok Insta: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgold_ok Heretics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewgoldheretics #GenderDebate #TransDiscussion #HereticsPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h et 30 min
  • 596. The UNSPOKEN Prince Andrew-Epstein Photo Mystery | Roy Greenslade

    596. The UNSPOKEN Prince Andrew-Epstein Photo Mystery | Roy Greenslade
    Dec 8 2025
    Dive into this powerful episode of Heretics as Andrew Gold sits down with legendary journalist Roy Greenslade to examine the hidden world behind some of the UK’s most controversial media scandals. From the rise and fall of undercover reporter Mazher Mahmood (“the Fake Sheikh”) to the explosive allegations surrounding Prince Andrew and his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, this conversation pulls back the curtain on deception, corruption, and the ethical failures that shaped decades of tabloid journalism. SPONSORS: Use my code Andrew25 on MyHeritage: https://bit.ly/AndrewGoldDNA Grab your free seat to the 2-Day AI Mastermind: https://link.outskill.com/GOLDNOV4 Start fresh at tryfum.com/products/zero-crisp-mint . Over 500,000 people have already made the switch — no nicotine, no vapor, no batteries. Just flavor, fidget, and a fresh start. Get up to 45% off Ekster with my code ANDREWGOLDHERETICS: https://partner.ekster.com/andrewgoldheretics Plaud links! Official Website: Uk: https://bit.ly/3K7jDGm US: https://bit.ly/4a0tUie Amazon: https://amzn.to/4hQVyAm Get an automatic 20% discount at checkout until December 1st. Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at https://mintmobile.com/heretics Greenslade reflects on the manipulative tactics used in high-profile stings, how the media amplified the Epstein narrative, and the long-term consequences for public trust. Whether you're interested in investigative journalism, media ethics, or the untold stories behind Britain’s biggest scandals, this interview offers rare insight from one of the UK’s most experienced media critics. Get Roy's book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1739102215 Watch to the end for a candid exploration of accountability, power, and the real-world impact of sensationalist reporting. #HereticsPodcast #MazherMahmood #PrinceAndrew Join the 30k heretics on my mailing list: https://andrewgoldheretics.com Check out my new documentary channel: https://youtube.com/@andrewgoldinvestigates Andrew on X: https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok Insta: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgold_ok Heretics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewgoldheretics #GenderDebate #TransDiscussion #HereticsPodcast Chapters: 0:00 — The Prince Andrew Bombshell: What No One Dares Say 3:00 — Enter Mazher Mahmood: The Rise of the Fake Sheikh 6:00 — Ruthless Tactics & Media Manipulation Exposed 9:00 — Inside the Tabloid Sting Factory: Secrets Revealed 12:00 — The Epstein Connection: New Angles on Andrew’s Scandal 15:00 — The Case That Unravelled Everything 18:00 — Exiled, Hunted, and Dangerous: The Mahmood Backstory 21:00 — Celebrity Victims & Collateral Damage: The Human Toll 24:00 — Unmasking a Predator: Patterns Hidden in Plain Sight 27:00 — Why the Royals Fear the Media Machine 30:00 — Chasing Headlines: The Tabloid War for Scandal 33:00 — Stings, Lies, and Fabrication: The Mahmood Method 36:00 — How the Press Shapes Criminal Narratives 39:00 — Greenslade’s Confession: The Dark Side of Journalism 42:00 — When Reporting Becomes Entrapment 45:00 — Behind Palace Doors: The Andrew Fallout 48:00 — Epstein’s Shadow Over the Royal Family 51:00 — The Fake Sheikh’s Final Undoing 54:00 — Media Corruption at the Highest Level 57:00 — Can the Press Ever Be Trusted Again? 1:00:00 — The Truth That Still Hasn’t Come Out Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h et 10 min
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