Timeless Wisdom with Dennis Prager

Timeless Wisdom with Dennis Prager

Dennis Prager is one of the most respected and influential thinkers, writers, and speakers in America. Each day, he tackles topics of politics, faith, and culture with ease and expertise. His motto is, "I prefer clarity to agreement.” He is deeply passionate about preserving America, the West, and the Judeo-Christian value system. For decades, Prager shared his wisdom with listeners around the world, through his lectures, interviews, and debates … Now, for the first time, the collective wisdom of Dennis Prager is being made available as a podcast … Listen to Timeless Wisdom with Dennis Prager, with new episodes released for a limited time only as a podcast. To access all other content and shows from the Prager archive - all commercial free, visit DennisPrager.com

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January 12, 2026 118 mins

On Today's Episode: Prager hosts a thought-provoking discussion on the complex topic of homosexuality and its place in various faiths. Joining Dennis are Rabbi Mordecai Finley, Father Gregory Cairo, and Pastor Glenn Jackson, each sharing their perspectives on the issue. The conversation delves into the biblical and theological aspects of homosexuality, with the clergy members exploring the nuances of their respective faiths and the...

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On Today's Show: Prager delves into the second chapter of Genesis, exploring the creation story and its significance. He discusses the concept of the Sabbath, explaining how it's a declaration of God's creation and a reminder that time can be sanctified. 

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On Today's Show: Prager explores the importance of happiness and how it can be achieved. He discusses the idea that people often prioritize immediate pleasure over long-term happiness and proposes a simple yet profound question: "Will this make me happier?" 

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On Today's Show: Prager discusses the moral implications of celebrating the death of Osama bin Laden. He shares reactions from various religious leaders, including a pastor who thinks celebrating bin Laden's death is morally equivalent to celebrating the 9/11 attacks, and a rabbi who believes it's wrong to rejoice at the death of anyone. 

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On Today's Episode: Prager explores the fascinating topic of male-female differences, specifically the power of the male eye. He discusses a study from McMaster University in Canada that reveals how men's rationality declines when shown pictures of attractive women, while women remain unaffected.

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On Today's Show: Prager explores the complex legacy of Sigmund Freud with Peter Kramer, a professor of psychiatry at Brown University. They delve into Freud's impact on modern thought, discussing his ideas on the unconscious, the Oedipus complex, and the role of sex in shaping human behavior. 

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On Today's Show: Dennis’s good friend, fellow talk show host and law professor cross exams Dennis on his religious views. In a lively back and forth, Dennis makes the case for belief in God and leading a religious life.

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On Today's Show: Dennis Prager delves into the book of Genesis, exploring its profound impact on human history and understanding of God. He discusses the significance of the first sentence, "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth," and its implications on the concept of creation and the nature of God. Prager examines the idea that God created the world from nothing, and how this concept revolutionized the way peopl...

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On Today's Show: Dennis Prager explores the concept of happiness and the importance of taking control of one's life. He discusses how the idea of being a victim can lead to bitterness and unhappiness, and how the New Year's resolution can be a powerful tool for change. Dennis shares stories of people who have overcome adversity, including a 69-year-old man who changed his political affiliation and a Holocaust survivor who radiates ...

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On Today's Show: On this New Year's Day episode of Timeless Wisdom, Dennis Prager shares his thoughts on making resolutions and living a meaningful life. He discusses how adopting a certain attitude towards life can lead to positive change, even if resolutions are broken. Dennis talks to listeners about the importance of taking small steps towards self-improvement, citing his own experiences and those of his guests, including Kathy...

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On Today's Show: In this inaugural episode of the Male Female Hour, Dennis Prager dives into the complexities of relationships between men and women. He shares personal anecdotes and insights on the differences between the sexes, citing his own experiences and observations. Dennis tackles topics like the expectation that men should read women's minds, the importance of women's intuition, and the challenges of maintaining emotional ...

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On Today's Show: Dennis refers to a scene in the new film, Slumdog Millionaire, in which a character blinds a young boy to make him a more effective beggar. Is someone who does something so evil, so alien to the rest of us really human?

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On Today's Show: Part 14 of the weekly series: The Problem of Happiness.

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December 27, 2025 76 mins

On Today's Show: In this episode of Timeless Wisdom with Dennis Prager, Dennis explores the importance of prayer in Judaism. He delves into the four types of prayer, highlighting the problematic nature of petitionary prayer, where individuals pray for specific outcomes. Dennis emphasizes that Jewish prayer is meant to affect the person making the prayer, not God. He discusses the significance of praise, affirming the Jewish purpose...

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On Today's Show: It's the Day after Christmas Show (in 2012). Dennis, per his plan all this week, opens up the lines. Issues raised include: should we keep incorrigible criminals permanently locked up; do we need to teach our children to control their passions; are the Democrats robbing the future to pay for the present.

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December 25, 2025 41 mins

On Today's Show: Merry Christmas! Dennis marvels at the controversy that has surrounded the celebration of Christmas as a national holiday for the last decade. He explains why he loves the Christmas season and why the expression of the Christmas spirit with its special songs and gift-exchange is important to our national well-being . He also explains why Christmas is disliked by the Grinch crowd.

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On Today's Show: Dennis talks to renown relationship coach, Alison Armstrong. The holidays can be very stressful on a marriage. What's the best approach to take to keep everything intact?

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On Today's Show: Dennis explains why saying "Merry Christmas" is right and "Happy Holidays" is wrong.

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On Today's Show: Christmas is coming, and this week we will be revisiting some of the best shows and lectures from The Dennis Prager Archive. Today, we go back over 20 years and revisit one of Dennis' Open Lines segments. 

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On Today's Show: Dennis Prager presents a thoughtful argument for finding common ground on one of society’s most divisive moral issues.

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