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 | 499 | Founded | 13 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureScience | |||
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Sam Harris speaks with Alain de Botton about the psychology of unhappiness, the secular world's discomfort with ecstasy and ritual, psychedelics as a tool for self-discovery, Freud's legacy, AI as the ultimate mirror, the case against meritocracy, th... more
In this latest episode of the More From Sam series, Sam and Jaron talk about current events. They discuss topics from Making Sense Community, including one-world government, the value of a degree as AI reshapes careers, and factory farming ethics, al... more
Richard Dawkins presents Sam Harris with the 2026 Richard Dawkins Award at a live Center for Inquiry event. After the tribute, the two friends discuss consciousness and epiphenomenalism, AI and the Turing test, the scientific basis of morality, the f... more
Sam Harris speaks with economist and Substack writer Noah Smith about the U.S. national debt, wealth inequality, and the economic consequences of AI. They discuss the mechanics of debt and inflation, the case for fiscal austerity, why the U.S. squand... more
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- Oh no Sam, what a shock!
When you turn up in the Epstein files will you suddenly “find religion”?
You must be an outright psychopath to be able to sleep at night with the company you keep.
Apple Podcasts1BlocSeekr
United States16 days ago - Sam is a coward
His latest essay reveals his cowardice and bigotry in completely unambiguous terms. He’s a fanatical Zionist and is completely beholden to Israel, despite being an atheist, and despite their heinous crimes as he clearly states.
Apple Podcasts1DontHurtSpideyUnited States22 days ago - Not just stupid, dangerous
Don’t let him fool you, Sam Harris is on a mission and that will lead to people being harmed. He is racist, anti-Islamist, and a chauvinist. Most people are hate listening. If you aren’t, you might be the problem.
Apple Podcasts1TLaballUnited States23 days ago - Why I’m done with Sam for now
In his recent post about not wanting to debate anyone about the Israel Palestine issue Sam is correct about everything, including the moral confusion with regard to this issue. However, what is also true is Israeli settlers are on a religious mission to claim the West Bank and Golan. That cannot be given a pass. Also, as long as Israel occupies any people who cannot vote, then they can’t be considered a democracy. That is why Aerial Sharon believed unilateral withdrawal was the only why to prese... more
Apple Podcasts2SL_CTUnited States25 days ago - Losing me
Some people whine about how he rails against Trump. At least he got that one right. But, his blindness for Israeli genocide in Gaza and their apartheid in the West Bank has and can never have a shred of moral standing, no matter how much you hate Islam. Blind spot is putting it mildly, Sam has checked out and continues to run interference for Israel and absolutely never questions, mentions, or ever brings up the war crimes of Israel, Netanyahu, Smotrich, Ben-Gavir, or the other immoral disgustin... more
Apple Podcasts2Samuel.l.ipsomUnited Statesa month ago
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A thought-provoking, in-depth discussion show that tackles a wide range of topics at the intersection of science, philosophy, technology, and current events. Episodes frequently explore consciousness, human cognition, AI and future tech, moral philosophy, and controversial political topics through long-form conversations with guests who bring expertise from academia, business, and public life. Notable strengths include rigorous analysis, a willingness to challenge dominant narratives, and a focus on practical implications for society and personal conduct. The format often blends philosophy with real-world issues, making it appealing to curious, educated listeners interested in how ideas translate into policy, culture, and daily living.
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1. Sam Harris
2. Richard Dawkins
3. Noah Smith
4. Vinod Khosla
5. Robin Carhart-Harris
6. Susan Cain
7. Michael Pollan
8. Hasan Piker
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