HonestReporting’s Executive Director, Gil Hoffman, joins Pamela Paresky to discuss how the global media has misrepresented Israel since the October 7 Hamas attacks—fueling a narrative war with real-world consequences.

In this discussion, Pamela Paresky speaks with Gil Hoffman, Executive Director of Honest Reporting, about the media war surrounding Israel and Hamas following the attacks of October 7, 2023. Hoffman explains how misinformation and bias shape global perceptions of Israel and why correcting false narratives is vital to maintaining journalistic integrity. The conversation also explores the realities of reporting from conflict zones, the history behind Israel’s media battles, and what’s at stake for Gaza’s future and Palestinian education. 00:00 The Role of Media in the Israel-Palestine Conflict 02:36 Narrative Wars and International Reactions 04:57 The Impact of Misinformation 07:33 Journalistic Integrity and Reporting Challenges 10:04 Historical Context and Recent Developments 13:06 The Future of Gaza and Palestinian Education 15:42 The Propaganda Mechanism and Its Effects ---- Quillette is an Australian-based online magazine that focuses on long-form analysis and cultural commentary. It is politically non-partisan, but relies on reason, science, and humanism as its guiding values. Quillette was founded in 2015 by Australian writer Claire Lehmann. It is a platform for free thought and a space for open discussion and debate on a wide range of topics, including politics, culture, science, and technology. Quillette has gained attention for publishing articles and essays that challenge modern orthodoxy on a variety of topics, including gender and sexuality, race and identity politics, and free speech and censorship. --- Quillette's revenue comes from our readers. We are a grassroots organisation that relies on voluntary subscriptions and community membership as our primary revenue stream. Support Quillette by becoming a subscriber: https://quillette.com/#/portal/signup Or donate send us a one-off tip: https://quillette.com/#/portal/support We made our website using Ghost, a powerful app for new-media creators to publish, share, and grow a business around their content. It comes with modern tools to build a website, publish content, send newsletters & offer paid subscriptions to members. Try it here: https://ghost.org/?via=claire91

“Cool girl” status today isn’t just about fashion—it’s about having the “right” beliefs. Black squares, pronouns in bios, political hashtags—they’ve become symbols of belonging and status. But at what cost, when these norms discourage #motherhood? 👉 Watch the full conversation here: https://quillette.com/2025/10/03/how-intrasexual-competition-suppresses-female-fertility-dani-sulikowski-quillette-cetera-ep-54/ #psychology #evolutionarypsychology

From “uterus-havers” to “menstruating personnel” to “vulva people”— Dr Karleen Gribble joins Iona Italia to discuss how replacing the word woman with these phrases distorts healthcare and erases mothers. Read, listen or watch more: https://quillette.com/2025/10/10/podcast-306-desexing-the-language-of-motherhood/ #sexnotgender #gendercritical #womensrights

"I do sometimes find it hard to explain to men what female social policing is actually like." - Dr Dani Sulikowski in conversation with Zoe Booth. Read, listen or watch more here: https://quillette.com/2025/10/03/how-intrasexual-competition-suppresses-female-fertility-dani-sulikowski-quillette-cetera-ep-54/ #evolutionarypsychology

A "live" album recorded in 1975 saved both KISS and their label from bankruptcy, transforming a struggling cult band into a merchandising juggernaut—even though most of it wasn't actually live.

Greta Thunberg's sailing trip to Gaza was a confused piece of activist theatre of a kind that is sadly very much in vogue.

Managing Editor Iona Italia talks to Dr Karleen Gribble, who works in the field of maternal and infant health, on the impacts of desexed language on women’s healthcare and wellbeing.

What happens when the language of motherhood is stripped from healthcare? In this Quillette podcast, Managing Editor Iona Italia talks with Dr Karleen Gribble, adjunct professor at Western Sydney University, about how “desexed” language—phrases like “birthing parent” or “lactating person”—affects women’s health, breastfeeding research, and the mother–infant bond. Dr Gribble argues that when gender identity takes priority over biological sex in research and policy, the result is scientific distortion, marginalisation of women, and poorer outcomes for mothers and children. 00:00 Introduction to Karleen Gribble 00:24 Exploring Women's Health Research 00:37 The Role of Language in Science 00:55 Discussion on Language in Reproductive Health 01:01 The Rise of Desex Language During the Pandemic 08:21 Critique of Desex Language Arguments 13:28 Effective Health Communication for Diverse Populations 14:52 The Impact of Language Changes on Health Messaging 18:35 Understanding the Confusion Around Gendered Language 22:30 The Dangers of Miscommunication in Medical Research 27:21 The Role of Research in Health Communication 31:36 The Need for Evidence-Based Approaches in Healthcare 36:07 The Intersection of Language, Ideology, and Medical Practice 41:23 Global Implications of Language in Health Communication #WomensHealth #Motherhood #LanguageMatters #KarleenGribble #GenderDebate #MaternalHealth #QuillettePodcast #FreeSpeech #MedicalResearch #Healthcare ----- Quillette is an Australian-based online magazine that focuses on long-form analysis and cultural commentary. It is politically non-partisan, but relies on reason, science, and humanism as its guiding values. Quillette was founded in 2015 by Australian writer Claire Lehmann. It is a platform for free thought and a space for open discussion and debate on a wide range of topics, including politics, culture, science, and technology. Quillette has gained attention for publishing articles and essays that challenge modern orthodoxy on a variety of topics, including gender and sexuality, race and identity politics, and free speech and censorship. --- Quillette's revenue comes from our readers. We are a grassroots organisation that relies on voluntary subscriptions and community membership as our primary revenue stream. Support Quillette by becoming a subscriber: https://quillette.com/#/portal/signup Or donate send us a one-off tip: https://quillette.com/#/portal/support We made our website using Ghost, a powerful app for new-media creators to publish, share, and grow a business around their content. It comes with modern tools to build a website, publish content, send newsletters & offer paid subscriptions to members. Try it here: https://ghost.org/?via=claire91

A Trump-brokered deal between Israel and Hamas promises the release of all remaining hostages in Gaza, in exchange for over 1,900 Palestinian prisoners. Phase one includes a ceasefire and Israeli withdrawal—but thornier issues like disarmament are postponed. #hostages #gaza #trump #israel #palestine

A new report from the Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies separates verifiable facts from politically motivated fiction in Gaza.

Quillette founder Claire Lehmann on our origins. #politics #auspol #media

Healthcare for menopause and perimenopause is the single most patient-betraying area of medicine—but it has plenty of company.

Medicine shouldn’t be: “Give me what I want or I’ll hurt myself.” – Mia Hughes, director of Genspect, an organisation advocating for ethical, evidence-based approaches to gender distress. It should be grounded in diagnosis, evidence, and long-term outcomes. 👉 Watch the full discussion here: https://quillette.com/2025/10/07/podcast-305-managing-the-growing-gender-critical-counterrevolution/ #MedicalEthics #Gender #Medicine #Genspect #wpath #Healthcare #pubertyblockers #InformedConsent #irreversibledamage

Millions of women suffer through menopause and perimenopause—yet most doctors are shockingly untrained in how to treat it. In this Quillette feature, award-winning science writer Amy Alkon exposes the medical ignorance, outdated guidelines, and systemic negligence that leave patients misdiagnosed, mistreated, or ignored altogether. Excerpted from her new book, Going Menopostal: What You (and Your Doctor) Need to Know About the Real Science of Menopause and Perimenopause, Alkon reveals: Why most ob-gyns receive little or no training in menopause. How outdated research and poor diagnostic skills harm patients. Why evidence-based care is so often missing from women’s health. What women can do to demand better treatment and protect themselves. 📖 Read the full essay on Quillette 📚 Buy book here: https://amzn.to/47Mkru0?ref=quillette.com 👉 Subscribe for more Quillette essays, podcasts, and interviews. #Menopause #Healthcare #Quillette #AmyAlkon [00:00 - 01:10] Introduction by Amy Alkon; mentions the lack of menopause training in OB/GYN education. [02:01 - 02:43] Explanation of medical ethics and the importance of doctors staying within their scope of practice. [03:24 - 06:07] Discussion on medical ignorance as a norm and personal anecdotes highlighting systemic issues. [06:47 - 07:01] Critique on the lack of evidence-based medical care. [07:55 - 08:51] Myths about medical decision-making, and the challenges doctors face in staying updated. [09:04 - 10:01] Mention of doctors not reading scientific research post-medical school. [11:46 - 13:51] Issues with doctors’ statistical literacy affecting patient care. [14:17 - 15:37] Lack of formal diagnostic training leading to diagnostic errors. [16:17 - 17:09] Outdated practice standards and the implications for menopause treatment. [19:11 - 20:06] Misinterpretations of the Women's Health Initiative study and its impact. [21:02 - 22:37] Importance of timely estrogen therapy for cardiovascular protection. [25:05 - 25:32] Benefits of hormone therapy beyond symptomatic relief in menopause. [26:01 - 26:42] Shift in perspective regarding estrogen use based on scientific evidence. [27:23 - 28:05] Empowerment through understanding and advocating for evidence-based care. ----- Quillette is an Australian-based online magazine that focuses on long-form analysis and cultural commentary. It is politically non-partisan, but relies on reason, science, and humanism as its guiding values. Quillette was founded in 2015 by Australian writer Claire Lehmann. It is a platform for free thought and a space for open discussion and debate on a wide range of topics, including politics, culture, science, and technology. Quillette has gained attention for publishing articles and essays that challenge modern orthodoxy on a variety of topics, including gender and sexuality, race and identity politics, and free speech and censorship. --- Quillette's revenue comes from our readers. We are a grassroots organisation that relies on voluntary subscriptions and community membership as our primary revenue stream. Support Quillette by becoming a subscriber: https://quillette.com/#/portal/signup Or donate send us a one-off tip: https://quillette.com/#/portal/support We made our website using Ghost, a powerful app for new-media creators to publish, share, and grow a business around their content. It comes with modern tools to build a website, publish content, send newsletters & offer paid subscriptions to members. Try it here: https://ghost.org/?via=claire91

How the 6 Gallery reading in San Francisco on 7 October 1955 changed the counterculture.

Quillette podcast host Jonathan Kay talks with Canadian Genspect director Mia Hughes about the emerging ‘gender glasnost’—and the best way to continue rolling back the excesses of trans activism.

Donald Trump’s twenty-point peace proposal marks a potential turning point in the Israeli–Palestinian conflict—though whether it can be implemented remains uncertain.

Journalist Jonathan Kay speaks with Mia Hughes, Director of Genspect Canada, about the growing backlash against medicalised gender transition. Recorded at Genspect’s recent conference in Albuquerque, the conversation explores: - How European and North American governments are rethinking “affirmation-only” policies - The role of WPATH and the controversies around its Standards of Care - The rise of trans glasnost—a new era of open debate about gender medicine - Whether the cultural counter-revolution against gender ideology risks going too far - What ethical, evidence-based alternatives could look like Kay and Hughes debate whether society should take a merciful or uncompromising stance toward those who once promoted extreme activist positions. 👉 Listen to the full Quillette Podcast for a candid, often fiery, exploration of one of the most contentious issues in medicine and culture today. 00:00 Introduction to Mia Hughes 05:12 Genspect and Its Mission 13:26 The Shift in Gender Debate Dynamics 15:12 Revolution vs. Counter-Revolution in Gender Discourse 16:42 The Role of Public Figures in Gender Conversations 19:11 The Distinction Between Activists and Medical Professionals 20:49 WPATH Standards of Care: A Critical Examination 25:28 Genspect's Non-Medical Approach to Gender Issues 28:41 The Evidence (or Lack Thereof) in Gender Medicine 30:40 Ethical Considerations in Gender Medicine 34:57 Understanding Extreme Overvalued Beliefs 40:19 Understanding Mental Health and Gender Dysphoria 45:42 The Role of Activism in Medicalization 54:00 The Impact of Historical Context on Current Views 56:49 Navigating the Language of Activism 01:07:42 The Future of Gender Discourse and Medical Ethics ---- Quillette is an Australian-based online magazine that focuses on long-form analysis and cultural commentary. It is politically non-partisan, but relies on reason, science, and humanism as its guiding values. Quillette was founded in 2015 by Australian writer Claire Lehmann. It is a platform for free thought and a space for open discussion and debate on a wide range of topics, including politics, culture, science, and technology. Quillette has gained attention for publishing articles and essays that challenge modern orthodoxy on a variety of topics, including gender and sexuality, race and identity politics, and free speech and censorship. --- Quillette's revenue comes from our readers. We are a grassroots organisation that relies on voluntary subscriptions and community membership as our primary revenue stream. Support Quillette by becoming a subscriber: https://quillette.com/#/portal/signup Or donate send us a one-off tip: https://quillette.com/#/portal/support We made our website using Ghost, a powerful app for new-media creators to publish, share, and grow a business around their content. It comes with modern tools to build a website, publish content, send newsletters & offer paid subscriptions to members. Try it here: https://ghost.org/?via=claire91

A new book looks back on the making of Billy Wilder’s American classic.

Sixty years later the Moynihan Report still divides us. American families have paid the price.

Some Western men are opting out of dating at home altogether—and flying abroad to find traditional partners. They call themselves Passport Bros. Is this a form of male agency, cultural escape, or just another symptom of a broken dating market? 🎧 Hear the full conversation with evolutionary behavioural scientist Dr Dani Sulikowski. 🔗 Watch the full episode via the link in bio. #PassportBros #DatingCulture #FertilityCrisis #Quillette #Podcast #Sociology #ModernRelationships #GenderRoles

Jake Wallis Simons argues that Western democracies have abandoned their values and their Jews—and that Israel’s fight for survival is a warning the West cannot afford to ignore.

When we construe normal feeling as illness, we offer people an understanding of themselves as disordered. This encourages people to be stuck in a limiting narrative.

In this conversation, Dr Dani Sulikowski discusses the complex dynamics of fertility decline, intrasexual competition, and the influence of feminism on reproductive choices. The discussion explores how societal wealth, cultural narratives, and elite influences shape women's decisions regarding motherhood and career, ultimately impacting birth rates. Dani emphasizes the evolutionary psychology behind these trends and the need to understand these dynamics to address the pressing issue of declining fertility rates. In this conversation, Zoe Booth and Dani explore the complex dynamics of reproductive choices, societal trends, and the implications of masculinity and femininity in contemporary relationships. They discuss the reproductive trends among women in leadership, the impact of societal narratives on male preferences, and the rise of male subcultures. The conversation also delves into the moral dilemmas surrounding surrogacy and abortion, the anti-human sentiment prevalent in society, and the urgent need for cultural shifts to address declining fertility rates. Ultimately, they reflect on the future of societal structures and the importance of understanding these dynamics for the well-being of future generations. 00:00 Understanding Competitive Reproduction 07:07 Intrasexual Competition and Its Implications 10:40 The Psychological Impact of Reproductive Choices 14:17 Cultural Narratives and Feminism's Role 18:09 The Societal Shift in Reproductive Norms 28:27 The Evolution of Reproductive Strategies 32:41 The Rise of Female Influence in Society 38:05 The Evolutionary Perspective on Reproductive Success 43:58 Social Policing and Female Dynamics 49:33 The Role of Men in Modern Reproductive Trends 58:10 Surrogacy and Reproductive Choices 01:00:34 The Complexities of Surrogacy 01:04:31 Evolving Perspectives on Abortion 01:07:58 The Dark Side of Abortion Narratives 01:13:00 Anti-Human Sentiments and Societal Norms 01:20:07 Understanding Female Behavior and Criticism 01:26:21 The Importance of Fertility Rates 01:33:19 Cultural Shifts and Societal Change ----- Quillette is an Australian-based online magazine that focuses on long-form analysis and cultural commentary. It is politically non-partisan, but relies on reason, science, and humanism as its guiding values. Quillette was founded in 2015 by Australian writer Claire Lehmann. It is a platform for free thought and a space for open discussion and debate on a wide range of topics, including politics, culture, science, and technology. Quillette has gained attention for publishing articles and essays that challenge modern orthodoxy on a variety of topics, including gender and sexuality, race and identity politics, and free speech and censorship. --- Quillette's revenue comes from our readers. We are a grassroots organisation that relies on voluntary subscriptions and community membership as our primary revenue stream. Support Quillette by becoming a subscriber: https://quillette.com/#/portal/signup Or donate send us a one-off tip: https://quillette.com/#/portal/support We made our website using Ghost, a powerful app for new-media creators to publish, share, and grow a business around their content. It comes with modern tools to build a website, publish content, send newsletters & offer paid subscriptions to members. Try it here: https://ghost.org/?via=claire91