Slaying the Dragon Within Us

As an alternative for those who would rather listen ad-free, sign up for a premium subscription to receive the following: • All JBP Podcast episodes ad-free • Monthly Ask-Me-Anything episodes (and the ability to ask questions) • Presale access to events • Premium, detailed show notes for future episodes Sign up here: https://jordanbpeterson.supercast.com/ This episode was recorded on December 14th, 2021. Greg Ellis and I discuss his recent project, The Respondent, and his critique of the US family law and court system. We cover divorce statistics, mending relationships, the impact of the divorce industry on families, the incentives behind it, and much more. Greg Ellis is a British author, television director, voice artist, and actor who has appeared in Oscar-winning movies directed by Hollywood superstars. He has produced and written for TV, starred in Broadway, and voiced characters for many movies, TV shows, and video games. His most recent work, The Respondent, is a multimedia combination of personal experience and a critique of the family law system in America. Follow Greg Ellis on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ellisgreg Check out The Respondent:  https://therespondent.com/ And Greg’s nonprofit, Children & Parents United’s (CPU):  https://therespondent.com/pages/charity _______________ Chapters _______________ [00:00] Intro [01:29] American Family Law [04:03] Presumption of Innocence [05:14] Greg’s Divorce I [07:42] Autonomy [07:59] Signs of Trouble in a Marriage [10:36] Arrest I [19:11] Child Protective Services [25:54] The Edge of Existential Terror [29:28] Second Life [29:54] The Phoenix [34:59] Leadership & Patriarchy [37:00] Incentives & the Divorce Industry [42:16] Suggestions for Improvement [43:10] Custody [44:44] Asset Redistribution [48:05] Friendship & Support  [58:52] Church & State Intervention [59:32] A Cautionary Tale [01:02:09] Greg’s Divorce II [01:09:25] Mending Relationships [01:12:14] A Joint Vision [01:13:48] Rewarding Behavior [01:15:29] Negotiation & Hugging [01:21:59] Greg’s Sons [01:25:57] Restraining Orders  [01:28:36] False Allegations [01:28:56] Repercussions  [01:29:59] Forgiveness & the Autonomic Nervous System  [01:30:16] Arrest II [01:33:12] Children & Parents United (CPU) [01:37:20] Outro #Custody #GregEllis #TheRespondent #FamilyLaw #Divorce Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

21 Feb 20221h 44min

As an alternative for those who would rather listen ad-free, sign up for a premium subscription to receive the following: *All JBP Podcast episodes ad-free *Monthly Ask-Me-Anything episodes (and the ability to ask questions) *Presale access to events *Premium, detailed show notes for future episodes Sign up here: https://jordanbpeterson.supercast.com Over the course of 30 years, Jordan and Tammy Peterson have built an incredibly strong relationship. Hard work and negotiation have been key in taking their compatible (and not-so-compatible) traits and molding them into a stable marriage, all the while raising two kids. Through expected ups and downs to more challenging circumstances, their commitment to one another has always managed to shine through. We hope you enjoy this brief exploration of their relationship. For more information on how each Jordan and Tammy’s personalities played a role, check out Jordan & Tammy Peterson's Understand Myself Couples Report: https://youtu.be/LQwP5dIBgiM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

18 Feb 20221h 11min

As an alternative for those who would rather listen ad-free, sign up for a premium subscription to receive the following: *All JBP Podcast episodes ad-free *Monthly Ask-Me-Anything episodes (and the ability to ask questions) *Presale access to events *Premium, detailed show notes for future episodes Sign up here: https://jordanbpeterson.supercast.com This episode was recorded on March 12, 2021. In this episode, Mikhaila, Jordan, and Tammy Peterson cover the Understand Myself Couples Report—a feature in the Understand Myself Personality Report, which you receive after both members of a compete the https://understandmyself.com process. The idea behind it, as the name suggests, is to help you better understand your own and other people's personalities. After going over Jordan and Tammy’s report, we dive into the different personality types, the benefits of the report, negotiating with your partner, disciplining children, and much more. Go to https://understandmyself.com/ to access the Understand Myself assessment. If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to subscribe! _______________ Chapters (Approximate Timestamps) _______________ [00:00] The Understand Myself Couples Report [01:17] Agreeableness [07:54] Motivations in a Relationship [09:56] The Understand Myself Test [11:13] Compassion [12:16] Negotiation [12:18] Conflict Avoidance [15:54] Reluctant Agreement [19:07] Stupidity [20:35] Politeness [23:18] How to Bark [23:38] Extraversion [23:58] Enthusiasm [27:42] Assertiveness [30:54] Conscientiousness [31:50] Industriousness [34:14] Orderliness [36:36] Jordan's Reader's Digest Joke [37:05] Enthusiasm [37:44] From Virtue to Pathology [38:52] Extroverted vs. Introverted Partners [42:20] Neuroticism [45:57] Oxytocin, Vasopressin, & Bonding [50:24] Openness to Experience [51:21] Intellect [53:19] Openness [58:00] Disruption & Meds [01:00:35] Behind the Self Authoring and Personality Tests [01:02:14] Personality Tests for Children [01:04:07] Julian’s Tippy Cup Story [01:12:15] Disciplining Children Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

15 Feb 20221h 27min

As an alternative for those who would rather listen ad-free, sign up for a premium subscription to receive the following: *All JBP Podcast episodes ad-free *Monthly Ask-Me-Anything episodes (and the ability to ask questions) *Presale access to events *Premium, detailed show notes for future episodes Sign up here: https://jordanbpeterson.supercast.com This episode was recorded on Saturday, March 27, 2021. In this exclusive interview, Rav Arora and Dr. Peterson discuss problems with ideology, atheism, the church, systemic racism, victimhood, the death of religion, psychedelics, meaning, religious practice, and personal responsibility. Rav is an independent journalist based in Vancouver. He writes on a wide range of topics including violent crime, MDMA therapy, identity politics, and vaccine mandates. Subscribe to his Substack newsletter: https://ravarora.substack.com Follow Rav on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ravarora1 Rav's essay on his transformative MDMA experience: https://ravarora.substack.com/p/the-power-of-mdma-therapy ______________ Chapters ______________ [00:00] Intro [02:00] Rav's Foreword [05:45] Religious vs. Political Ideology [07:42] Crippled Religions [09:40] Political vs. Religious Beliefs [11:10] Ideology & Thinking [11:47] How Ideology Blinds Us [15:38] Externalizing Problems [16:41] Other Faces of Evil [21:44] Perils of Ideology [21:59] Ignorance [22:52] Systemic Racism [25:39] White Supremacy, Symbolism & the Patriarchy [36:37] Microaggressive Hard Work [38:22] Immigration & Culture [40:44] Individual Responsibility [41:21] Our Worst Crimes [41:47] Income Inequality [46:09] Young People & Values [51:58] Meaning Without Religion [56:43] The Immortality Key [58:32] Death of Modern Religion [01:08:05] The Church & Self-discipline [01:08:35] Life Decisions [01:09:52] Religious practice [01:16:16] The Biblical Lectures [01:17:46] Spiritual Structure [01:18:50] Psychedelics & Mindfulness [01:21:11] The Problem with Atheism [01:24:30] Undermining Human Progress [01:25:57] Meditation, Attention, & Thinking [01:28:36] Music [01:30:26] Victimhood [01:37:29] Taking a Joke [01:43:23] Playing Both Sides [01:42:09] Victimhood [01:48:35] Privilege [01:58:58] Gratitude Despite Suffering [02:09:11] Responding to Criticism [02:19:23] Jordan's Influence #Ideology #Meaning #Psychedelics #Victimhood #SystemicRacism Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

11 Feb 20222h 29min

As an alternative for those who would rather listen ad-free, sign up for a premium subscription to receive the following: *All JBP Podcast episodes ad-free *Monthly Ask-Me-Anything episodes (and the ability to ask questions) *Presale access to events *Premium, detailed show notes for future episodes Sign up here: https://jordanbpeterson.supercast.com This episode was recorded on November 25, 2021. Sam Harris is a neuroscientist, philosopher, New York Times best-selling author, host of the Making Sense podcast, and creator of the "Waking up" app. Dr. Harris and I discuss the is/ought problem, dreams, attention, evidence, consciousness, logic, psychedelics, religion, Waking Up, and much more. Meditate with the Waking Up app: https://wakingup.com Listen to the Making Sense podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5rgumWEx4FsqIY8e1wJNAk?si=14b735150ec24b84 Sam’s website:  http://SamHarris.org _____________ Timestamps _____________ [00:00] Intro [02:48] Background [06:04] The debates [12:25] Waking Up  [16:18] The is/ought problem (1) [23:42] (Breaking out of) everyday patterns [24:22] Experience & Expectations [32:26] Evidence & Logic [33:10] The is/ought problem (2) [34:56] The Ecological Approach to Visual Perception [40:52] Attention [42:38] Carl Rogers [49:21] (Dis)satisfaction [51:01] Discomfort [51:17] Entering meditative states [54:06] Being like a mirror [55:58] Thoughts & The Self [56:56] Suffering [01:01:03] Dreaming [01:09:15] The Self & Psychedelics [01:14:29] Prayer [01:18:24] Organized religion [01:25:33] The postmodern predicament [01:41:54] Sacred texts #Philosophy #Ethics #Meditation #Mindfulness #SamHarris  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

8 Feb 20221h 50min

As an alternative for those who would rather listen ad-free, sign up for a premium subscription to receive the following: All JBP Podcast episodes ad-free Monthly Ask-Me-Anything episodes (and the ability to ask questions) Presale access to events Premium show notes for future episodes Sign up here: https://jordanbpeterson.supercast.com This episode was recorded on November 10th, 2021. Charles Joseph is a Kwakwaka’wakw artist known for his masks, totem poles, and canoes. His work can be found in homes and businesses worldwide, including mine. His “Residential School Totem” stands before the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts for “all Canadians, not just residential school survivors.” It represents Charles’ “reconciliation” and his “story is on the pole.” Charles’ carving homepage https://charlesnativeart.ca Facebook page https://facebook.com/charlesjosephnativeart _______________ Approximate Timestamps _______________ [00:00] Intro [02:21] Charles’ background [03:36] Backstory: Jordan’s first non-native friend [09:59] Tough times at residential school; finding enough to eat [12:35] Being locked in as punishment [14:14] Isolation and treatment by so-called Christians; rejecting religion [16:35] Unmarked graves at Canadian residential schools [19:29] Jordan asks what could motivate such cruelty towards innocent children [22:08] Leaving & coming of age  [22:19] Blaming the world [30:08] Charles describes more of what happened to him at residential school [34:24] Looking in the mirror [36:11] His grandparents’ influence  [41:26] Creative process & dreams  [47:08] The spiritual effect of art & culture [48:03] Carving as a personal church [49:38] History and cultural significance of specific elements in Charles’ art [54:36] The 55-foot totem pole sculpture [01:04:07] Seeking out the meaningful and positive [01:09:07] The Residential School Totem at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts [01:11:11] Reconciliation [01:17:26] Accused of racism and welcomed into a new family in 24 hours [01:20:15] Wrapping up #ResidentialSchool #Art #Native #Carving #Canada // SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL // Newsletter: https://linktr.ee/DrJordanBPeterson Donations: https://jordanbpeterson.com/donate // COURSES // Discovering Personality: https://jordanbpeterson.com/personality Self Authoring Suite: https://selfauthoring.com Understand Myself (personality test): https://understandmyself.com // BOOKS // Beyond Order: 12 More Rules for Life: https://jordanbpeterson.com/Beyond-Order 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos: https://jordanbpeterson.com/12-rules-for-life Maps of Meaning: The Architecture of Belief: https://jordanbpeterson.com/maps-of-meaning // LINKS // Website: https://jordanbpeterson.com Events: https://jordanbpeterson.com/events Blog: https://jordanbpeterson.com/blog Podcast: https://jordanbpeterson.com/podcast // SOCIAL // Twitter: https://twitter.com/jordanbpeterson Instagram: https://instagram.com/jordan.b.peterson Facebook: https://facebook.com/drjordanpeterson // SPONSORS // For Advertising Inquiries, visit https://www.advertisecast.com/TheJordanBPetersonPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3 Feb 20221h 30min

As an alternative for those who would rather listen ad-free, sign up for a premium subscription to receive the following: *All JBP Podcast episodes ad-free *Monthly Ask-Me-Anything episodes (and the ability to ask questions) *Presale access to events *Premium, detailed show notes for future episodes Sign up here: https://jordanbpeterson.supercast.com Why so many are hesitant to get the COVID vaccines, and what we can do about it. https://www.tabletmag.com/sections/science/articles/needle-points-vaccinations-chapter-one Needle Points,’ Tablet’s exploration into the sources and nature of vaccine hesitancy, is presented in four parts. To download a free, printer-friendly version of the complete article, click here - Get started with a 10% discount at magbreakthrough.com/jbp when using promo code "jbp10." If it's not for you, there's a one-year money-back guarantee Join a totally new way of paying for healthcare at https://JoinCrowdHealth.com and use promo code “JBP. Customize your perfect sofa and get 20% off all orders when visiting https://allform.com/jordan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

31 Jan 20223h 31min

To support this action https://www.jccf.ca/donate/ As an alternative for those who would rather listen ad-free, sign up for a premium subscription to receive the following: *All JBP Podcast episodes ad-free *Monthly Ask-Me-Anything episodes (and the ability to ask questions) *Presale access to events *Premium, detailed show notes for future episodes Sign up here: https://jordanbpeterson.supercast.com We posted this discussion start to finish in uncut form to maintain full and complete transparency, given its import. It was recorded on January 25th, 2022 and released the next day. Link to the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms press release: https://www.jccf.ca/the-charters-only-living-signatory-sues-canada-over-travel-mandates/ Information on how to support the JCCF in this matter: https://twitter.com/JCCFCanada/status/1486446844490231811?s=20 Brian Peckford and I discussed his reentry to the political arena after denouncing the Canadian Government for infringements on the Canadian Charter of Rights--a document he played a key role in drafting. In this intense conversation, Peckford outlines a combined plan of action against the Canadian Government over their COVID-19 response and ongoing use of power. Starting his career as an educator, the Honorable Brian Peckford then served as the premier of Newfoundland and Labrador for nearly a decade. He is also an author, former minister, and notable member of the PC Party. More from the Honorable Brian Peckford: Blog: https://peckford42.wordpress.com/about-the-blog/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Some-Will-Shine-Have-More/dp/1771170247 This episode was sponsored by: -ReliefBand. Go to https://reliefband.com and use code “JBP” for 20% off + free shipping! -Zocdoc. Go to https://zocdoc.com/JBP or download the app and find a top-rated doctor today. _____________ Timestamps: _____________ [00:00] Political context for the interview [07:32] Jordan introduces his esteemed guest the Honorable Brian Peckford, former prime minister of Newfoundland and Labrador [10:47] Peterson and Peckford’s discussions over the last week [13:07] Rights infringed by Government despite Charter of Rights [18:10] Four tests before revoking Canadian rights [20:39] Appropriate use of emergency measures [22:21] Why YouTube and not (more traditional) media outlets? Following the money [25:23] Peckford's assertive denouncement; establishing precedents [30:20] Can Canadian courts be relied upon for fair and impartial hearings? [33:49] Canadian mobility rights [36:14] Subversion of the parliamentary process during the pandemic [43:05] Changes in transmission/vaccination rates & societal effects after 1st lockdown [44:25] Accountability & Government inertia in the face of faulty measures [51:23] Ramifications of a federal win [54:40] The second (competing) Charter of Rights [01:01:09] Jordans' summary of the accusations up to this point. Degradation of civic involvement. Why civic education matters. [01:09:02] Recap [01:11:16] Peckford’s appeal to Canadian citizens For Advertising Inquiries, visit https://www.advertisecast.com/TheJordanBPetersonPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

27 Jan 20221h 15min