Talk Truth 04.30.25 - Dr. Stanley Ridgley

In this episode of Talk Truth, Dr. Stanley Ridgely — clinical full professor at Drexel University and author of DEI Exposed: How the Biggest Con of the Century Almost Toppled Higher Education — joins us to unpack the rise of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in academia. He exposes how DEI has evolved into what he calls a “protection racket” and “confidence game,” undermining the mission of higher education. Drawing on years of research and first-hand experience, Dr. Ridgely reveals how universities across North America have been ideologically captured, free speech has been stifled, and a “cult-like” climate has taken hold on campuses.