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Making Sense with Sam Harris

Sam Harris
Russia
Ukraine
Effective Altruism
Israel
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Sam Bankman-Fried
Hamas
Gaza
Social Media
Volodymyr Zelensky
Free Will
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Consciousness
Moral Philosophy
Islamophobia
War Crimes
Orthodox Church
NATO
Habituation
Political Polarization

Join 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

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Sam Harris speaks with Douglas Wilson about his book Frequently Shouted Questions about Christian Nationalism. They discuss Wilson's debates with Christopher Hitchens, the landscape of American evangelicalism, young-earth creationism, pre- vs. post-m... more

In this latest episode of the More From Sam series, Sam and Jaron talk about current events and answer some of the questions you all submitted on Substack. They discuss how Sam overcame his fear of public speaking, the ongoing threat of nuclear war a... more

Sam Harris speaks with Stephen Marche about his book The Next Civil War: Dispatches from the American Future. They discuss tensions between the United States and Canada, what a modern American civil war might actually look like, the key risk factors ... more

Sam Harris speaks with Robert D. Kaplan about his new book, Waste Land: A World in Permanent Crisis. They discuss climate change, demographics, the primacy of order over freedom, why Russia is a country in decline, political extremism and the migrati... more

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Stephen Marsh
Journalist and author, known for his latest book about civil conflict in America.
Episode: #441 — The Threat of Civil War
Robert Kaplan
Author and journalist known for his insights on geopolitics and global issues
Episode: #440 — A World in Crisis
Damon Linker
Political commentator and author of 'Notes from the Middle Ground', senior lecturer at the University of Pennsylvania.
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: #439 — How to Lose a Democracy
Michael Osterholm
Epidemiologist and author of The Big One, How We Must Prepare for Future Deadly Pandemics
Episode: #436 — A Crisis of Trust
Dan Carlin
Pioneering podcaster known for Hardcore History
Episode: #433 — How Did We Get Here?
David French
New York Times columnist and podcaster
The New York Times
Episode: #432 — The Undoing of America
Michael Roth
President of Wesleyan University and frequent contributor to The New York Times
Wesleyan University
Episode: #431 — What Is Happening on College Campuses?
Marc Lipsitch
Infectious disease epidemiologist and microbiologist at Harvard's Center for Communicable Disease Dynamics
Harvard
Episode: #425 — Are We Prepared for the Next Pandemic?
Ritchie Torres
Congressman representing the Bronx, focusing on political reform and social issues.
United States Congress
Episode: #418 — A Future for Democrats

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Sam Harris
Host of engaging discussions on philosophy, science, and current events, with a focus on rationality and critical inquiry.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 51.1k ratings
  • Racist Scam Harris

    Sam Harris is Jordan Peterson on proscription medication

    Apple Podcasts
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    merlin99999999
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Sam is losing a lifelong fan

    I’ve been following Sam from his very first book and then a fan of this podcast since it started. But lately he’s got himself in an echo chamber of his own where he won’t actually talk to anyone he disagrees with on the left, wokeness has become some sort of bogeyman that he throws out with very little proof. And a top it off his views on Gaza are getting annoying. He’s just shallow minded about the topic and really can’t draw a red line in the sand. Sam, if you were your staff actually read th... more

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    Me-ness
    United Statesa month ago
  • Insane on one side, normal on the other. Really

    Sam, I heard your interview with Jeron Loewenstein. It's funny how people are all idiots on one side and normal on the other. You still can't answer the question why people would lean towards Donald Trump. I listen to you all the time so a person that listens to you lean towards Donald Trump am I delusional. Ask yourself why really why Donald Trump got reelected. It took me a while thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrew40001
    United Statesa month ago
  • Gone

    He’s lost the plot. Just another fragile, insecure & mediocre white man whose privilege cannot get out of the way of his own thinking. Once brilliant, now…basically Rogan with a degree.

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    1
    DefghTuvW
    United Statesa month ago
  • Mixed at Best

    Just chock full of logical fallacies and bad faith arguments, especially around Gaza. Punctuated by occasional information that is helpful in understanding some small piece of that issue.

    Apple Podcasts
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    SRK1319
    United Statesa month ago

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Many enjoy the diverse array of knowledgeable guests, although some feel that the podcast could benefit from including a broader spectrum of viewpoints.
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There are criticisms related to perceived biases, particularly regarding political discussions, with mixed opinions on the host's stance on certain issues.

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#442 — More From Sam: Public Speaking, Nuclear War, & Christian Nationalism
Q: What are your thoughts about the likes of Ayan Hirsi Ali, Charles Murray, and others finding Jesus?
Harris expresses hesitation in critiquing Ayan and abreast to the role of Christianity in Western values.
#442 — More From Sam: Public Speaking, Nuclear War, & Christian Nationalism
Q: Can you talk about your journey from stage fright to where you are now?
Harris shares how he overcame his fear of public speaking through experience and reframing anxiety as energy and motivation.
#440 — A World in Crisis
Q: What did the war in Ukraine reveal about Russia?
It exposed Russian weaknesses particularly in logistics and capability for large scale military operations.
#440 — A World in Crisis
Q: Why does Putin worry you more than anyone else?
Kaplan believes that Putin governs alone and is a risk taker, making him highly dangerous, especially since Russia may descend into chaos if he were removed.
#439 — How to Lose a Democracy
Q: What can you say about the current state of American democracy from your point of view?
Linker describes his perspective as sober and clear-eyed, warning of potential tyranny and the intertwining threats of dictatorship and civil unrest.

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The podcast features thought-provoking discussions led by a prominent neuroscientist and philosopher, focusing on a range of critical topics including morality, current events, and the complexities of human psychology and society. Conversations frequently explore the intersections of science, politics, and ethics, as guests from various fields share their insights into pressing issues. Noteworthy is the host's emphasis on rational discourse, inviting listeners to challenge their perspectives and consider different viewpoints. The podcast serves as a platform for delving into controversial subjects, often with a blend of personal reflection and philosophical inquiry, making it a unique addition to the landscape of modern intellectual dialogu... more

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