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episode 698: 698: Sam Harris | Rationally Confronting the Irrational


Sam Harris (@samharrisorg) is a neuroscientist, author, and philosopher; he’s also a staunch critic of religion (while being an advocate of mindfulness) who joins the show to discuss some views that — fair warning — many may find controversial. [Note: This is a previously broadcast episode from the vault that we felt deserved a fresh pass through your earholes!]

What We Discuss with Sam Harris:
  • When does stubbornness stop being a virtue and become a confession of intellectual dishonesty?
  • In what ways does Sam consider himself a bit of an Anti-Trump?
  • Why do so many people subscribe to the package beliefs of their political parties or religions even when clearly proven scientific facts prove contradictory to these beliefs?
  • If Sam Harris considers himself primarily a philosopher, how did he wind up with a PhD in neuroscience?
  • Why do we lie — even when we know how destructive it can be?
  • And much more...

Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/698

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Miss our two-part conversation with the Danish family man who infiltrated the illicit North Korean arms trade? Catch up beginning with episode 527: Ulrich “The Mole” Larsen | Undercover in North Korea Part One here!

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 July 14, 2022  1h13m