698: Sam Harris | Rationally Confronting the Irrational

698: Sam Harris | Rationally Confronting the Irrational

Sam Harris (@samharrisorg) is a neuroscientist, author, and philosopher; he’s also a staunch critic of religion (while being an advocate of mindfulness) who joins the show to discuss some views that — fair warning — many may find controversial. [Note: This is a previously broadcast episode from the vault that we felt deserved a fresh pass through your earholes!]

What We Discuss with Sam Harris:
  • When does stubbornness stop being a virtue and become a confession of intellectual dishonesty?
  • In what ways does Sam consider himself a bit of an Anti-Trump?
  • Why do so many people subscribe to the package beliefs of their political parties or religions even when clearly proven scientific facts prove contradictory to these beliefs?
  • If Sam Harris considers himself primarily a philosopher, how did he wind up with a PhD in neuroscience?
  • Why do we lie — even when we know how destructive it can be?
  • And much more...

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1221: Andrew Bustamante | A Spy's Guide to Our Dangerous World Part Two

1221: Andrew Bustamante | A Spy's Guide to Our Dangerous World Part Two

The intelligence world is evolving rapidly. Former CIA officer Andrew Bustamante explains Cold War tech, Ukraine strategy, and global conflicts. [Pt. 2/2 — catch Pt. 1/2 here!]Full show notes and reso...

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1220: Andrew Bustamante | A Spy's Guide to Our Dangerous World Part One

1220: Andrew Bustamante | A Spy's Guide to Our Dangerous World Part One

The intelligence world is evolving rapidly. Former CIA officer Andrew Bustamante explains Cold War tech, Ukraine strategy, and global conflicts. [Pt. 1/2 — catch Pt. 2/2 here!]Full show notes and reso...

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1219: Redheads | Skeptical Sunday

1219: Redheads | Skeptical Sunday

Redheads are bullied, fetishized, and medically misunderstood. Jessica Wynn is here to color in the facts about being a ginger on this Skeptical Sunday!Welcome to Skeptical Sunday, a special edition o...

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1218: Grandson is Feral and Puts In-Laws In Peril | Feedback Friday

1218: Grandson is Feral and Puts In-Laws In Peril | Feedback Friday

The abused grandson your in-laws raised is now 32 and violent, and just hospitalized grandpa. Still, they won't evict him. Now what? It's Feedback Friday!And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan...

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1217: Evan Osnos | The Haves and Have-Yachts of American Oligarchy

1217: Evan Osnos | The Haves and Have-Yachts of American Oligarchy

Money and power are merging on the high seas. The New Yorker's Evan Osnos exposes how super yachts became the new seat of American oligarchy.Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharb...

2 Loka 20251h 11min

1216: Greg Lukianoff | Failing Arguments Against Free Speech

1216: Greg Lukianoff | Failing Arguments Against Free Speech

Free speech defenders are losing ground as government pressure mounts. Legal expert Greg Lukianoff reveals why the Kimmel case should terrify everyone.Full show notes and resources can be found here: ...

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1215: Human Trafficking | Skeptical Sunday

1215: Human Trafficking | Skeptical Sunday

QAnon-style trafficking myths are hurting real victims and helping nobody. Nick Pell separates trafficking fact from fiction here on Skeptical Sunday.Welcome to Skeptical Sunday, a special edition of ...

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1214: Boss' Flirtation Highlights Marital Frustration | Feedback Friday

1214: Boss' Flirtation Highlights Marital Frustration | Feedback Friday

The boss made crude remarks, leaving you torn between outrage and flattery after years of marital boredom. Can good come from this? It's Feedback Friday!And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan ...

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