Guest Coleman Hughes discusses his experience with TED and the ideological shift within the organization. The podcast covers topics such as focusing on class instead of race when implementing policies, a controversial moment in the Canadian parliament, OpenAI ownership speculation, and the next evolution of AI in the form of multimodal and consumer hardware. The discussion also touches on hiring based on personal values, institutional failure, mistaking Twitter commentary for wider population sentiments, critique of wokism, and controversies surrounding political figures and associations.

Coleman Hughes, an author and opinion columnist known for his work on race and politics, joins Dr. Jordan B. Peterson for a thought-provoking discussion. They dive into the concept of color blindness as a cultural goal, critiquing modern anti-racism as counterproductive. Hughes argues for meritocracy in hiring practices and explores the unintended consequences of race-based admissions. The duo also examines how humor can bridge racial divides and discusses the innocence of children in diverse settings, emphasizing the need for a fair evaluation of individual potential.

Writer and podcaster Coleman Hughes discusses ideological bias in podcast conversations, exploring race awareness and the upcoming presidential election. They also touch on Biden's leadership, new language translation technology, and the addictive nature of golf. The conversation delves into chess cheating controversies, the thrill of table tennis, and the complexities of aid delivery in conflict zones like Israel-Gaza. Additionally, they explore the potential of AI in replicating human creativity and the evolution of OpenAI from a nonprofit to a for-profit entity.

Coleman Hughes discusses the resurgence of race politics in America, critiquing anti-racism as neo-racism. He advocates for colorblindness over race, highlights the importance of social class, questions the effectiveness of MeToo, DEI initiatives, and race-based policies. The conversation delves into societal perceptions shaped by social media, misinformation, and the disconnect between elite and non-elite perspectives on race. Hughes emphasizes the need for evidence-based decision-making to move beyond race politics.

Coleman Hughes discusses the implications of colorblindness in society, the intersection of race and culture in jazz music, and his personal experiences with lookism and ageism. They also explore music influences, political shifts in the black community, and balancing dual passions for optimal happiness.

Sam Harris speaks with Coleman Hughes about race, racism, social justice, color blindness, race and crime, Coleman's experience at TED, confusion of the elites, Ibram X. Kendi, affirmative action, poverty, single-parent families, death of George Floyd, trial of Derek Chauvin, mob rule, Candace Owens, guilt by association, John McWhorter, Glenn Loury, reparations, immigrant communities, evidence of discrimination, Martin Luther King Jr., and more.

Coleman Hughes, author of The End of Race Politics, discusses his book with the hosts. They explore the concept of colorblindness and challenge the assumption that racism is the cause of all disparities. They also critique public naming and shaming on social media, discuss the consequences of unfounded accusations, and touch on topics like the Republican Party meltdown and the importance of free speech. A meandering conversation on selective enforcement, college admissions, and politics adds humor to the podcast.

In this podcast, they talk about the difference between race blindness and racism blindness, why race is a poor proxy for setting public policy, and the importance of being colorblind. They discuss the challenges of navigating racial complexity, responsibility in addressing problems, and the complexities of race-based policies. The conversation also explores racial progress, disparities within the African American community, and the need for a non-racial approach to societal issues.

The great Coleman Hughes sent a pained email. Like many Americans angry about various stupid and sinister government Covid policies, he was now feeling the gravitational pull of a warbly-voiced political outsider from a family of consummate political insiders. He was, of course, starting to fall for Mr. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. To be clear, this wasn’t a full-throated endorsement of Kennedy but, Coleman averred, an understanding where his ever-expanding legion of supporters were coming from. And after all, Kennedy was making some good points, no? With Matt Welch having left to join the Wagner Group, Moynihan and Kmele sent a flurry of furious messages and extended an invitation. Dear Coleman: be this week’s guest co-host! Because if we acted now, perhaps we could at least slow any potential descent into...no, no, no. We couldn’t sit idly by as another friend joined the Kult of Kennedy. We invited…he accepted. It was time for an intervention… This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.wethefifth.com/subscribe

Coleman Hughes, writer and podcast host, debates race in politics, biases in hiring, and societal obsessions, advocating for a colorblind approach. Discusses government intervention, elite perceptions, and challenges of addressing racial biases in various sectors.