Brain in a Vat
Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 296
Frequency: Weekly
Rating: 4.2/5.0
Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000
Gender skew: Male
Listener location: USA
YouTube: 8.8k subscribers
Instagram: 56 followers
Page updated: Oct 28, 2026 · How we check this data
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Publicly listed emails
mark.oppenheimer@gmail.com
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Host
Jason Werbeloff - Co-host of Brain in a Vat.
Mark Oppenheimer - Co-host of Brain in a Vat.
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Recent Guest Discussions
Lionel Shriver - Immigration, Open Borders, Assimilation, National Identity, Humanitarian Obligations, And The Philosophical Themes Of Her Novel A Better Life.
Nathan Cofnas - Academic Freedom, Institutional Conformity, Free Inquiry, University Censorship, Controversial Scholarship, And Social Taboos.
Jimmy Mullen - Free Speech In Schools, Constitutional Law, Student Expression, Educational Authority, Viewpoint Neutrality, And Political Disagreement In Education.
Colin McGinn - Sexual Ethics On Campus, Consent, Power Imbalances, Harassment, Academic Freedom, Due Process, And University Regulation Of Relationships.
Spencer Case - Personal Identity, Autonomy, Utilitarianism, Individual Rights, Consent, Happiness, And The Ethics Of Hive Minds In Pluribus.
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Episodes
Political Bias in Academia and the Threat to Democracy | Hrishikesh Joshi
October 20, 2026
Hrishikesh Joshi dissects whether political homogeneity in academia poses a problem for democracy.He ultimately argues that universities wield significant influence over society while remaining largely insulated from democratic control. Comparing the academy to an ideological “guild” that shapes future elites and political thought, Joshi concludes that greater intellectual pluralism would strengthen both democratic legitimacy and the pursuit of truth.Chapters:[00:00] Introduction[00:15] Democ...
Decoding Reactions: Signal and Noise in Personal Interactions | Mark Schroeder
October 06, 2026
Mark Schroeder discusses When Things Get Personal, his account of how we interpret one another and why those interpretations so often go wrong. Our interactions are filled with noise, factors that don’t reflect the person themselves, complicating what we can infer about an individual from their behavior. Schroeder dissects the complex relationship between behavior, agency, and identity, as well as our tendency to treat someone’s actions as evidence of their character.Chapters:[00:00] Signal a...
The Truth About Honesty, Lies, and Deception | Christian Miller
September 23, 2026
Christian Miller, author of The Honesty Crisis, joins to explore the nature and ethics of honesty. He examines what it means to be honest, when lying can be morally justified, and the difference between honesty and simply telling the truth. Miller considers these questions through cases involving deepfakes, delusion, infidelity, and our obligations to tell the truth.Chapters:[00:00] Introducing Christian Miller[00:29] The Nazi at the Door[07:17] Honesty or Compassion[14:24] The Importance of ...
Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with Brain in a Vat?
Brain in a Vat is hosted by Jason Werbeloff and Mark Oppenheimer. Its publicly listed email is mark.oppenheimer@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
What is the email for Brain in a Vat?
The publicly listed email for Brain in a Vat: mark.oppenheimer@gmail.com.
How many listeners does Brain in a Vat have?
Podseeker estimates Brain in a Vat reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for Brain in a Vat?
Brain in a Vat typically books well-known public figures. Typical guest background: Philosophers, academics, authors, and public commentators with demonstrated expertise in ethics, political philosophy, education, free speech, academic freedom, or related controversial issues. Common among recent guests: Published books or novels with substantial philosophical or political themes; Academic research or teaching in philosophy, law, education, or related fields; Established commentary on free speech, academic freedom, ethics, or public controversies. Recent guests include Lionel Shriver, Nathan Cofnas, and Jimmy Mullen.
How hard is it to get booked on Brain in a Vat?
Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.
What topics does Brain in a Vat cover?
Recent episodes cover Philosophy, Moral Philosophy, Academic Freedom, Free Speech, and Sexual Ethics. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
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