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Templeton Ideas Podcast

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The Templeton Ideas Podcast is a show about the most awe-inspiring ideas in our world and the people who investigate them. We sit down with thinkers like Gretchen Rubin, Ethan Kross, and David Brooks to explore how their work has transformed their lives — and how it may transform yours. These thoughtful conversations will take listeners on a journey through psychology, philosophy, physics, and mor... more

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Christof Koch is a neuroscientist at the Allen Institute for Brain Science and the Chief Scientist of the Tiny Blue Dot Foundation. As a professor for 25 years at Cal Tech, he pioneered research on the neural basis of consciousness, and he has advanc... more

Albert-László Barabási is a professor of network science and physics at Northeastern University. He has pioneered the study of complex networks, discovering that most systems are not randomly structured, but contain highly connected hubs. He has auth... more

Susan Schneider is a philosophy professor at Florida Atlantic University, and the founding director of the Center for the Future of AI, Mind, & Society. She has also worked at NASA as the chair of Astrobiology, Exploration, and Scientific Innovation.... more

Simon Conway Morris is a paleontologist at the University of Cambridge. His research has illuminated the history of convergent evolution–the recurrence of similar biological features such as vision, wings, and even intelligence across vastly differen... more

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Recent Guests

László Barabási
Physicist and network scientist, professor at Northeastern University
Northeastern University
Episode: Albert-László Barabási (Collective Intelligence)
Susan Schneider
Philosophy professor at Florida Atlantic University; founding director of the Center for the Future of AI, Mind, & Society
Florida Atlantic University
Episode: Susan Schneider (Artificial Intelligence)
Simon Conway Morris
Evolutionary biologist, Cambridge University paleontologist, expert on Burgess Shale
University of Cambridge
Episode: Simon Conway Morris (Convergent Intelligence)
Philip Goff
Philosopher and consciousness researcher
Durham University
Episode: Philip Goff (Consciousness) | From the Archive
Jennifer Wallace
Writer and journalist, author of Mattering
Author
Episode: Jennifer Wallace (Mattering)
Chris Duffy
An award-winning comedian, writer, and podcast host known for the TED program How to Be a Better Human, and his book Humor Me.
TED
Episode: Chris Duffy (Humor)
Anil Seth
Neuroscientist and professor of cognitive and computational neuroscience at the University of Sussex
University of Sussex
Episode: Anil Seth (Consciousness) | From The Archive
Michael McCullough
Psychology professor who explores human behavior through an evolutionary lens.
UC San Diego
Episode: Michael McCullough (Forgiveness)
Olga Khazan
Journalist and staff writer at The Atlantic, author of 'Weird, The Power of Being an Outsider in an Insider World' and 'Me, But Better, The Science and Promise of Personality Change'
The Atlantic
Episode: Olga Khazan (Enhancing Personality) | From the Archive

Hosts

Tom Burnett
Host of Templeton Ideas, often introduced as speaking from the John Templeton Foundation
Ben Carlson
Co-host of the Templeton Ideas Podcast, often introduced as speaking from the John Templeton Foundation

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • What is with the background music

    Why is there background music when the person being interviewed is speaking? This is very annoying.

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    3
    KRockit
    Canadaa month ago
  • A pleasure

    Interesting, intelligent conversations with an interviewer who gives the guests space to explain and explore their ideas

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kazzarr
    Australia9 months ago
  • Great conversations

    If you're looking for deep conversations that has keen intelligence and heart and feet on the ground, look no further.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    karienvanderwesthuizen
    South Africa9 months ago
  • Uplifting and inspiring

    The current climate is very stressful. It’s so nice to be able to escape and uplift yourself listening to things that inspire and wonder. I highly Recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    audreyrw
    United States10 months ago
  • Helpful and Inspiring

    The various topics and guests keeps me engaged and continuing to listen. The sound quality is also excellent which helps those of us with listening challenges. Thanks to all participate in the production of each episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    littlegale
    United States2 years ago

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Simon Conway Morris (Convergent Intelligence)
Q: What are the potential forms of life we might look for on other planets, and how should we search for them?
We should search for both microbial biosignatures in exoplanet atmospheres and, alternatively, consider non-terrestrial forms of intelligence that might arise from different evolutionary pressures, possibly in dimensions or states of consciousness beyond our current framework.
Simon Conway Morris (Convergent Intelligence)
Q: What do you think about the origin of life and the steps from chemistry to a functioning cell?
The transition from simple organic molecules to a self-sustaining, replicating cell remains unsolved; many scientists think the traditional idea of a 'soup' is misleading, and we have to consider multiple plausible pathways, possibly even outside Earth.
Simon Conway Morris (Convergent Intelligence)
Q: Could you briefly describe convergent evolution and give some prominent examples?
Convergent evolution shows that different starting points in the tree of life can lead to strikingly similar outcomes, such as camera eyes in humans and octopuses, and similar sensory and cognitive traits arising in distinct lineages, suggesting limited evolutionary solutions.
Philip Goff (Consciousness) | From the Archive
Q: How has studying panpsychism changed you over time and influenced your view of humanity?
The study has resolved a long-standing tension in my worldview, helped me embrace a richer sense of spirituality, and given a framework in which both scientific observation and the subjective experience of consciousness can coexist, influencing how I view our place in the world and our moral relationship with other conscious beings.
Philip Goff (Consciousness) | From the Archive
Q: For our listeners who haven't heard the term panpsychism before, could you provide a definition that you use to introduce this idea to people?
Panpsychism proposes that consciousness is a fundamental characteristic of the universe, present from the beginning, not something that only arises from complex systems; the very building blocks of reality have some form of consciousness, which scales up to give rise to the rich conscious experience we are familiar with in humans and animals.

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This program consistently hosts leading thinkers at the intersection of science, philosophy, and society, exploring big questions about consciousness, networks, artificial intelligence, and human flourishing. Episodes often feature scholars and researchers who ground speculative ideas in data, ethics, and real-world impact, with conversations frequently connecting advanced theory to practical, everyday implications. A notable strength is bringing interdisciplinary guests—from network science to ethics of AI and mind philosophy—into accessible, thoughtful dialogue. Listeners who enjoy rigorous but clear exploration of how ideas shape culture and future technologies are likely to find it especially engaging.

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1. László Barabási
2. Susan Schneider
3. Simon Conway Morris
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