Making Sense with Sam Harris
Sam HarrisJoin neuroscientist, philosopher, and five-time New York Times best-selling author Sam Harris as he explores important and controversial questions about the mind, society, current events, moral philosophy, religion, and rationality—with an overarching focus on how a growing understanding of ourselves and the world is changing our sense of how we should live. Sam is also the creator of the Waking U... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 483 | Founded | 12 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ScienceSociety & Culture | |||
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In this latest episode of the More From Sam series, Sam and Jaron talk about current events. They discuss the Iran war and the Trump administration's shambolic messaging, antisemitism and moral confusion on the left and right, the spread of conspirac... more
Sam Harris speaks with Matt Mahan, mayor of San Jose and Democratic candidate for governor of California, about governance, pragmatism, and California's policy failures. They discuss the dysfunction of progressive governance, the homelessness crisis ... more
Sam Harris speaks with Rob Reid about biosecurity, pandemic risk, and the alarming fragility of our defenses against biological catastrophe. They discuss the controversial USAID program DEEP VZN, the dangers of gain-of-function research, open science... more
In this latest episode of the More From Sam series, Sam and Jaron talk about current events. They discuss whether the U.S. was right to take military action against Iran, the new era of American amorality, antisemitism on the left and right, Tucker C... more
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- Why is this guy popular
He’s not as smart as he thinks he is
Apple Podcasts1nbsfmc
United Statesa month ago - Epstein files
I found Sam’s comments about the Epstein files extremely uneducated, can’t believe he didn’t take a few hours to deep dive the topic before hitting record for this episode. Irresponsible take.
Apple Podcasts1Dreamsmadeof
United Kingdoma month ago - No to Jaron
I skip all of those episodes which is annoying bc it would be nice to hear what Sam thinks. I was a listener since pre-pandemic and will likely not subscribe next year for the first time in a long while. There is too much other content to listen to someone who always annoys me
Apple Podcasts3PregoodUnited Statesa month ago - Independent
I don’t buy into either side of the 2-dimensional political paradigm, but this show clearly does. Fuel for the lefts—typically narrow minded and focused on blaming the other side. Only in the 3rd dimension will any of us see the Truth. If you’re looking for that here, you won’t find it.
Apple Podcasts2drewbeeUnited Statesa month ago - A complaint
Sam, so do you believe in opposition? Reason I asks is you never have an opposing viewed guest , it's just people licking you in the right spot .
Apple Podcasts5Andrew40001United States2 months ago
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Spotify | #10 | United States/Science |
Apple Podcasts | #7 | United States/Science |
Spotify | #9 | United Kingdom/Science |
Apple Podcasts | #224 |  Canada/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #7 | Canada/Science |
Apple Podcasts | #9 | United Kingdom/Science |
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The show consistently probes big questions at the intersection of mind, society, and morality, often weaving philosophy with current events and public policy. Episodes frequently feature high-profile guests—from political commentators and historians to AI researchers and democracy advocates—discussing democracy, liberal norms, technology's impact on society, and ethical questions in today's geopolitical climate. The host's approach tends toward rational scrutiny and a secular, scientific worldview, with a penchant for challenging assumptions while exploring decency, epistemic humility, and the costs of political polarization. A standout trait is the willingness to tackle controversial topics head-on, including foreign policy, AI ethics, and... more
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Recent guests on Making Sense include:
1. Matt Mahan
2. Rob Reid
3. Garry Kasparov
4. Jonathan Rauch
5. Judea Pearl
6. Ross Douthat
7. David Edmonds
8. Peter Zeihan
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