Pensive Politics
Pensive Politics
Christian Watson
Pensive Politics is a quick-witted and philosophically rich dive into politics with host Christian Watson AKA Mr. Watson, a nationally-published writer, and political commentator focused on issues of free speech, LGBTQ issues, and criminal justice. Mixing monologue with guest interviews, Watson offers a glimpse of what a smarter politics might look like.
What the Chauvin Verdict Tells Us About American Sensibilities.
In this episode of Pensive Politics, Mr. Watson addresses the recent Derrick Chauvin conviction and uses it to analyze the current sensibilities of many Americans. For many Americans, this trial was a triumph over white supremacy and racial bias. For Mr. Watson, this understanding of the Chauvin verdict reflects the dereliction of the "I" which he explains in this episode.
Apr 21, 2021
48 min
Episode 67: Mr. Watson & James Lindsay Take On Critical Race Theory, Wokeness, Politics, & More
In this episode of Pensive Politics with Mr. Watson, Mr. Watson talks with New Discourses editor and world-renowned critical race theory expert James Lindsay. Lindsay has taken a very important cultural role in dismantling the tenets of racially-based ideologies by developing in-depth expertise on the field and its related fields. In this dynamic interview, Lindsay and Watson explore the foundational tenets of social justice and woke-related ideologies. They discuss deconstructionist thinkers like Michel Foucault, philosophers who have influenced modern-day social justice theory (inadvertently or not) like Nietzsche. They also discuss the various critical race theory and woke trappings of collegiate debate, analyzing and debunking ideas like anti-blackness, re-telling time, post-colonialism, and more.
Apr 7, 2021
1 hr 21 min
Biden's Infrastructure Takeover; Crowder's Crass Satire; and Gaetz's Demise
In this episode of Pensive Politics with Mr. Watson, Mr. Watson analyzes Biden's infrastructure plan and displays how it is a symbolic takeover of American life. He then analyzes a recent Sesame Street skit done by comedian Stephen Crowder and explains how it is an ineffective use of political satire. He also briefly touches on Matt Gaetz's scandal. Follow Mr. Watson on social media Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChristianWatson/videos Twitter: @OfficialCWatson Facebook: @OfficialCWatson Patreon: Patreon.com/officialcwatson Paypal: [email protected]
Apr 5, 2021
49 min
In Conversation with John Lefebvre: On Rights, Responsibilities, and Corporations
In this episode of Pensive Politics with Mr. Watson, Mr. Watson intricately explores various philosophical considerations surrounding duty, the individual, and society with moral philosopher and musician John Lefebvre. Lefebvre, the author of "All's Well - Where Thou Art Earth and Why," outlines a rigorous metaphysical framework by which to evaluate duty and justice within the scope of political society. Mr. Watson engages him in his interview and centers his analysis on a variety of issues pertaining to time, objective reality, and, most importantly, libertarian freedom. Lefebvre and Watson wade through the implications of Lefebvre's iteration of freedom in this pensive discussion,
Mar 22, 2021
1 hr 10 min
Andrew Cuomo's Personal Tyranny; Violence Against Asian-Americans? And The Dangers of Government Dependency
In this episode of Pensive Politics, Mr. Watson analyzes what he calls Andrew Cuomo's "personal tyranny." He also examines the conversation surrounding violence against Asian-Americans in the country, asking his audience if the narrative fits with a rational understanding of things. He also analyzes how the Rescue America Act is apart of a process that conspires to deprive Americans of their agency.
Mar 17, 2021
49 min
Is Women's History Month Necessary? And Addressing Joe Biden's Dangerous Cultural Relativism
In this video, Mr. Watson discusses Women's History Month and voices his objections to how the holiday is presented. He also analyzes Joe Biden's culturally relativistic attitude towards the Uyghurs and the Hong Kong pro-Democracy dissidents. In relation to these two topics, Mr. Watson asks a single question: What guiding principles do we hold ourselves two with culture and moral judgements, and how can we ensure those principles connect us with the Truth? Follow Mr. Watson on social media. Twitter, Facebook, Instagram: @OfficialCWatson. Discord link: https://discord.gg/X2BXVzesXM
Mar 2, 2021
49 min
The Future of The Libertarian Party, On Anti-Racism, And Lockdown Politics with Spike Cohen
On this episode of Pensive Politics with Mr. Watson, Mr. Watson talks with former Libertarian Vice Presidential nominee Spike Cohen about the libertarian party, the ideology of anti-racism, and the inane lockdown politics of the COVID era.
Feb 26, 2021
1 hr 8 min
New Podcast Changes, Gothix Interview Re-Cap, and Fauci's Frivolous Vaccine Advice
In this episode of Pensive Politics, Mr. Watson explains his absence and goes over the various events that have occurred in his budding career recently. He also explains Anthony Fauci's frivolous advice on vaccines. Among the many different assets in Mr. Watson's brand, the "Pensive Politics" podcast is the most visible, but he also has a Youtube channel and an upcoming website. In this episode, he explains how the Pensive stratosphere works and what he's been doing to bolster his image. He also recounts his interview with eminent Youtuber Gothix concerning his experiences with Critical Race Theory. And finally, Mr. Watson brings the pensive fire to cut through Fauci's aimless advice on the issue of vaccinations. Discord link: https://discord.gg/Bf4n5MmwbD Follow Mr. Watson. Twitter, Instagram, Facebook: @OfficialCWatson
Feb 25, 2021
48 min
Addressing Impeachment Sham, France Against Wokeism, Lindsey Graham and Political Fraudulence
In this episode of Pensive Politics, Mr. Watson analyzes the current impeachment trial against Donald Trump. He also addresses the French intellectual class's recent salvo against American wokeism, and he examines how Lindsey Graham embodies. political inauthenticity. Starting from first principles, Mr. Watson explains why the impeachment trial is inherently illegitimate as it is based on a false premise. He also examines how America's social justice cultures are being rejected, vivaciously, among the French government and parliament. He draws upon Socratic understandings of the Good to examine Lindsey Graham's existence as a political creature.
Feb 10, 2021
49 min
My AWFUL Experience With TikTok Debaters || How To Beat Sophists
Sophistry is en vogue in the modern political conversation. In an era dominated by increasingly emaciated attention spans and clicks, "winning" is valued over finding the truth. Mr. Watson explains his recent experience with this phenomenon. In doing so, he encourages his audience not to despair when up against sophists, or when they get cornered during an argument. He also gives a step-by-step guide on how to counter the exploits of sophists, and when to walk away from arguments without an iota of shame. In doing so, Mr. Watson explains how TikTok, Youtube, and the rise of the "internet intellectual" can bring danger to the pursuit of truth. Follow Mr. Watson on social media. Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Parler, Minds: @OfficialCWatson Donate to Mr. Watson. Paypal: [email protected]
Feb 9, 2021
49 min
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