
#185 – Sam Harris: Consciousness, Free Will, Psychedelics, AI, UFOs, and Meaning
Lex Fridman Podcast
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Faith vs. Reason: A Dialogue
This chapter features a debate between two figures on the role of traditional religious beliefs in modern society. One argues for the preservation of these beliefs as essential wisdom, while the other champions a rational critique to adapt them to contemporary values. The discussion explores the balance between moral guidance from narratives and the pursuit of truth in a changing world, touching on topics such as honesty in storytelling and the potential impact of extraterrestrial revelations.
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