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Mentioned in 21 episodes

How the Mind Works

Book • 1999

In this book, Steven Pinker delves into the workings of the human mind, addressing questions such as why we are rational yet often irrational, how we perceive the world, and the origins of emotions, social interactions, and higher cognitive functions.

Pinker synthesizes insights from cognitive science, evolutionary biology, and other fields to explain how the mind evolved to solve the problems faced by our ancestors.

He discusses topics like vision, emotion, social behavior, and the mysteries of consciousness, arguing for a computational theory of mind and an adaptationist approach to evolution.

Mentioned by

Richard Dawkins

MICHAEL SHERMER

Jennifer Lynn Barnes

Scott Barry Kaufman

Mentioned in 21 episodes

Mentioned by

Rob Henderson

to illustrate the idea that women often prioritize high-status men, even if it means sharing them.

#929 - Rob Henderson - The Psychology Of What Women Want

Mentioned by

Jonah Goldberg

as one of the twelve books written by

Steven Pinker

.

You Know That I Know | Interview: Steven Pinker

Mentioned by

Steven Pinker

as an example of one of his "big books that are kind of theories of everything".

Steven Pinker: Outsmarting an Irrational World : 1333

Mentioned by Jennifer Lynn Barnes, comparing fiction to cheesecake in his book "How the Mind Works."

The psychology of fiction with Jennifer Lynn Barnes

Mentioned by

Richard Dawkins

as a segue into discussing evolutionary psychology.

Can We Still Be Optimistic About the Future? | A Conversation with Steven Pinker

Mentioned by

Steven Pinker

when explaining why he wrote 'The Blank Slate'.

Episode 144, Steven Pinker x Richard Dawkins: Live in London (Part I - The Future of Humanity)

Mentioned by

MICHAEL SHERMER

when introducing

Steven Pinker

and listing some of his notable books.

The Power of Common Knowledge: Steven Pinker on Language, Norms, and Punishment

Mentioned by

Rob Henderson

when discussing human nature and cognitive abilities.

E129: Dark Triad, Romantic Partner Selection, and Dating Advice w/ Rob Henderson

Mentioned by

Liron Shapira

as one of the best books ever and telling a lot about How the Mind Works.

Top Professor Condemns AGI Development: “It’s Frankly Evil” — Geoffrey Miller

Mentioned by

Alan Alda

as one of

Steven Pinker

's best-selling books.

Steven Pinker: When You Know That I Know That You Know…

Recommended by

Scott Aaronson

as the author of amazing books.

#119: Quantum Computing, Complexity Theory, P vs. NP, AI & Consciousness ft. Scott Aaronson

Mentioned by

Rob Henderson

when discussing status, sex, and relationships.

Americano: Rob Henderson on Musk, monogamy & meritocracy

Mentioned by

Alex Krainer

as a book that influenced his thinking on psychology.

Rethinking Market Narratives: Mastering Trend Following with Alex Krainer

Mentioned by

Ryan Mickler

as one of

Steven Pinker

's writings for general audiences.

DR. STEVEN PINKER | How Common Knowledge Hurts and Helps Us

Written by Steven Pinker, listing out 11 primal fears.

Built on Audacity: How to Be Bold at Work and Take Worth-It Risks | Anne Marie Anderson

Mentioned by

Jennifer Lynn Barnes

, referencing his book "How the Mind Works."

The psychology of fiction with Jennifer Lynn Barnes

Mentioned by

Rob Henderson

when discussing human cognitive abilities and cooperation.

How to Be Attractive & What Data Says About Dating | Rob Henderson

Mentioned by

Jesse Prinz

as a foil for his book, initially conceived as a response to Pinker's evolutionary perspective on the mind.

Rationally Speaking #64 - Jesse Prinz on Looking Beyond Human Nature

Mentioned by

Scott Barry Kaufman

as one of

Steven Pinker

's books.

Steven Pinker || Why Rationality Matters

Mentioned by

Jim Al-Khalili

as one of the books written by the guest,

Steven Pinker

.

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