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Feasts of Reason

Hosted by Matt Ward · society · EN · 23 episodes

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Lively, respectful discussions even when, especially when, there's disagreement. No shouting, no talking over each other, no straw man or ad hoc arguments. Reason baby, it's what's for dinner! To learn more about New Atenism please visit our website ,

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What is Feasts of Reason about?

Lively, respectful discussions even when, especially when, there's disagreement. No shouting, no talking over each other, no straw man or ad hoc arguments. Reason baby, it's what's for dinner! To learn more about New Atenism please visit our website,

Who hosts Feasts of Reason?

Feasts of Reason is hosted by Matt Ward. The show has published 23 episodes to date.

What has Feasts of Reason covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Reason Under Fire: Life, Death, and Military Intelligence | Captain Michael Makatura" (19 October 2026, 46 minutes), "What Comes After Iran's Regime? Zolal Habibi on the NCRI, Pahlavi & a Democratic Future for Iran" (6 October 2026, 63 minutes), and "Money, Power & Freedom with Author James Keena" (29 September 2026, 63 minutes).

How often does Feasts of Reason publish?

Feasts of Reason publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 63 minutes across 23 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Feasts of Reason?

Booking probability for Feasts of Reason is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Feasts of Reason requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Feasts of Reason's contact route on record: verified email.

About the host

Matt Ward hosts Feasts of Reason, a society show with 23 episodes published.

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    Reason Under Fire: Life, Death, and Military Intelligence | Captain Michael Makatura

    Oct 19, 202646 min

    The conversation features Michael Makatura, a former military officer, discussing his experiences during Desert Storm and the complexities of military intelligence. He emphasizes the importance of critical thinking, the...

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    What Comes After Iran's Regime? Zolal Habibi on the NCRI, Pahlavi & a Democratic Future for Iran

    Oct 6, 20261h 3m

    What happens if Iran's current regime falls — and who gets to decide what comes next? Iranian human rights activist Zolal Habibi joins me to discuss her remarkable personal story, the National Council of Resistance of...

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    Money, Power & Freedom with Author James Keena

    Sep 29, 20261h 3m

    How do we find truth without simply trading one ideology for another? Author and former business executive James Keena joins me for a wide-ranging conversation about capitalism, socialism, free markets, institutional...

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    The Fixer: Finding Truth in the Middle East | Amjad Tadros

    Sep 22, 202651 min

    For more than three decades, Amjad Tadros had a front-row seat to history as a Middle East field producer—known in the business as a “fixer”—for CBS News and 60 Minutes . He helped arrange Dan Rather's interview with...

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    Herman Forwood's "What If" Fiction Will Make You Think Differently

    Sep 14, 202645 min

    The conversation delves into the exploration of alternate histories, the process of crafting fictional worlds, character development and plotting, the impact of HOA mentality on society, and the examination of beliefs...

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    A Trial Lawyer, A Social Worker And A Meditation Teacher Walk Into A Podcast...

    Sep 8, 202650 min

    No, this isn't the start of a joke, it's the resume of this week's guest. Bob Martin, a former trial lawyer, social worker, and meditation teacher, shares insights into the human condition and the intersection of his...

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    Can We Really Think for Ourselves? | Damien Dubose

    Aug 17, 20261h 2m

    Can We Really Think for Ourselves? | Damien Dubose How much of what we believe comes from independent thought—and how much is shaped by personality, culture, institutions, and the people around us? Damien Dubose, author...

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    How Did Matter Learn to Care? | Jeremy Sherman on Consciousness, Meaning & Emergence

    Aug 3, 20261h 32m

    If the universe is just matter and energy, where do meaning, purpose, and consciousness come from? In this episode of Feasts of Reason , biophilosopher Jeremy Sherman joins me for a wide-ranging conversation about one...

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    Can Science Fully Explain the Self?

    Jul 24, 20261h 12m

    The conversation delves into the topics of consciousness, personal identity, and the nature of the self, exploring the relationship between these concepts and their philosophical implications. The discussion also...

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    Can AI Make Us Better Thinkers? | Mohamed Nabil on AIDOP, Truth & Intellectual Humility

    Jul 9, 20261h 2m

    Most people use AI to reinforce their beliefs. Mohamed Nabil wants to use it to challenge them. Mohamed is the creator of AIDOP (AI Debates on One's Publications) , a framework that invites AI to rigorously criticize an...

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    Why Insight Isn't Enough

    Jun 26, 20261h 11m

    Most of us already know what we're supposed to do. Eat better. Exercise more. Stop procrastinating. Have the difficult conversation. Break the habit. Yet somehow, knowing rarely seems to be enough. In this episode of...

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    Theism, Atheism, and the Limits of Reason with Jamey Hecht

    Jun 19, 20261h 24m

    What do we mean when we say "God"? Can reason take us all the way to theism, or are there limits to what reason can tell us about ultimate reality? My guest is psychoanalyst, psychotherapist, and author Jamey Hecht. In...

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    Why Smart People Self-Sabotage | Dr. Albert Bramante

    Jun 12, 202657 min

    Why do intelligent people repeatedly act against their own interests? If human beings are rational creatures, why do we procrastinate, avoid opportunities, stay stuck in destructive patterns, and sabotage our own...

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    Why Good Ideas Sometimes Don't Spread: Dyslexia with Russell Van Brocklen

    Jun 5, 20261h 1mS0

    <p>The conversation delves into the topic of dyslexia and its treatment, highlighting the lack of change in dyslexia treatment since the 1950s and the potential for success in treating dyslexia with the right approach...

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    USAID Insider: What Happens When Countries Collapse?

    May 29, 20261h 6mS0

    <p>For nearly 30 years, Clifford Brown worked for USAID in some of the world's most unstable regions, witnessing coups, revolutions, corruption, humanitarian crises, and the collapse of governments...

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    When Does a Pattern Become Proof? | John Zachery on Biblical Prophecy

    May 22, 202652 minS0

    <p>In this episode of Feasts of Reason, Matt Ward sits down with John Zachery to explore a fascinating and controversial question:</p><p>At what point does pattern recognition become proof?</p><p>Drawing on astronomy...

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    Dreams: Window to the Unconscious or Divine Messages?

    May 15, 202657 minS0

    <p>Ever wonder if your dreams are just random mind movies or if they could be a message from something greater?</p><p>Dreams are often thought of as our subconscious stories, but my guest this week believes they’re also...

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    Can reason prove God exists — or does it just create better beliefs?

    May 8, 20261h 22mS0

    <p>This conversation with Philosopher Dylan Shaul delves into the importance of philosophy and its role in answering fundamental questions about the universe, human existence, and the nature of reality. It explores the...

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    Can Science Create Peace? 5-Time Nobel Peace Prize Nominee Dr. Zafra Lerman

    May 1, 202659 minS0

    <p>Can science succeed where politics fails?</p><p></p><p>In this episode of Feasts of Reason, I speak with Dr. Zafra Lerman — chemist, educator, human rights advocate, and founder of the Malta Conferences...

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    Does Reason Lead to Religion? | Daniel Bookman on Evolution, Faith, and a Divided World

    Apr 24, 20261h 2mS0

    <p>Can reason bring us to religion—or does it lead somewhere else entirely?</p><p>In this episode of Feasts of Reason, Matt sits down with Daniel Bookman, a lawyer and lifelong student of Jewish thought who has spent...

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