Josie and Carl Benjamin discuss Dating, Trans Sports, & U.S.-U.K. Divide

In this episode, we sit down for a no-holds-barred conversation with British political commentator Carl Benjamin — known online as Sargon of Akkad and host of The Lotus Eaters. Carl rose to prominence during the 2014 Gamergate controversy, defending free speech in gaming against what he saw as ideological infiltration by activist academics. We revisit the origins of Gamergate and ask: what really happened, and what did it reveal about modern cultural warfare? We also break down the recent clash between Olympic gymnast Simone Biles and swimmer Riley Gaines over trans inclusion in women’s sports. Who’s really being bullied — and what does this say about the state of public discourse? Then, the dating world gets scrutinized: Tinder’s new height filter has sparked debate. Is it harmless preference or hypocrisy? Should men get a weight filter in return? We discuss what these features say about modern dating dynamics and double standards. Plus, Carl gives his unique take on the key cultural differences between the U.S. and the U.K., especially around gender ideology, free speech, and government overreach. Where is each country ahead — and where are they losing the plot?