Greg Lukianoff's LAST MEAL

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LAST MEAL with Tom Nash

Last Meal with Tom Nash

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If tomorrow was your last day, what would you eat—and what would you reflect on? Tom Nash shares a guest’s final meal choice while diving into life’s big questions. Last Meal is digestible wisdom: Raw, unscripted and candid dialogue about life, legacy, and meaning. Thought-provoking, funny, and real—don’t miss an episode. This is Last Meal — Conversations to have before you die.

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Greg Lukianoff's LAST MEAL

LAST MEAL with Tom Nash

28 minutes 22 seconds

4 months ago

Greg Lukianoff's LAST MEAL

Is free speech under attack? In this episode of Last Meal, I sit down with Greg Lukianoff—lawyer, author, and president of FIRE—to discuss the rise of cancel culture, the psychology of censorship, and why free expression is critical to a functioning democracy. We talk about the impact of ideological conformity, the growing fragility in institutions, and what happens when we silence dissent instead of engaging with it.

Discover Greg’s unique approach, 'constructive pessimism' or 'Russian optimism,' as a means to achieve happiness. Learn about his passion for his choice of Last Meal, rooted in his family's tradition. But it's not all light-hearted: Greg delves deep into his personal battles with depression and suicidal thoughts, sharing the life-saving importance of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Explore his sharp observations on free speech, the pitfalls of cancel culture, and the dire consequences of intellectual disempowerment. Anchored by a love for comic books and a relentless quest for authenticity, this episode is a compelling blend of humor, hardship, and hope, leaving you hungrier than ever for a genuine taste of life's complexities. Don't miss it!

00:00 Intro

00:56 Greg's Last Meal

02:36 Comic Books and Free Speech

03:13 The Struggles of Defending Free Speech

05:59 Battling Depression: A Personal Journey

10:57 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Recovery

15:11 The Rise of Cancel Culture

20:55 The Power of Honest Conversations

25:15 Greg's worst present

28:00 Last Word

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🎬 Credits:

Producers: Desh Amila | Peter Cramer | Tom Nash

Series DOP: Lauren Muir

Opening Titles Cinematography: Patrick Harris

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Additional Cinematography:

Paul Howard (https://www.dophoward.com/)

Jonathon LeGrice (https://www.jonolegrice.com/)

Editors: Peter Cramer | Tom Nash

🍽️ Special Thanks:Opening titles filmed at Porteño, Sydney – a huge thank you to Ben, Elvis & the team for their hospitality, and for Sydney’s finest dining experience.

📩 For official inquiries, please email: desh@thisis42.com

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