John Gray

This week’s guest is John Gray, author and relationship expert. His book “Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus” has forever changed how we view relationships. His unique approach combines specific communication techniques with healthy, nutritional choices that create the chemistry for lasting health, happiness, and romance. Not only is he an advocate of health and optimal brain function, but he is an avid follower of his own health and relationship advice. Through his books continuing to be bestsellers, John has been profiled in Time, Forbes, USA Today, People, and has appeared on Oprah, as well as on The Dr. Oz Show, Today, CBS This Morning and many others. In this episode, John Gray joins the show to provide valuable insights to improve relationships at all stages of life and love. Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week’s episode.

In a thought-provoking conversation, political philosopher John Gray, author of The New Leviathans: Thoughts After Liberalism, challenges the long-held beliefs about the dominance of liberal democracy. He discusses the decline of liberalism, highlighting failures across nations like Russia and China. Gray also explores the complexities of political identity, the fragility of societal order, and the impacts of the 'woke movement.' Amidst a legitimacy crisis in America, he urges a deeper understanding of the historical forces shaping current political landscapes.

John Gray, a philosopher known for his critiques of liberalism and atheism, discusses his latest work, 'The New Leviathans.' He challenges the triumphalism of liberal thinking and emphasizes the merits of pessimism in confronting the future. Gray shares insights on how modern physics relates to atheism, his attraction to Eastern Orthodoxy, and discusses the indifference of potential extraterrestrial life. He also reflects on the impact of Monty Python, literature, and the ethical dilemmas of human progress versus environmental responsibility.

In this engaging discussion, political philosopher John Gray, author of "The New Leviathans", delves into the evolution and challenges facing liberalism today. He examines the legacy of Thomas Hobbes and the decline of liberal thought, revealing its historical failures. Gray explores the implications of far-right movements and the fragmented identity within liberal societies. He also addresses the legitimacy crisis in the West, stressing the need for civil discourse in navigating political strife. It's a thought-provoking conversation on the very future of democracy.

John Gray, a renowned political philosopher and author of "The New Leviathans: Thoughts After Liberalism," delves into the state of liberalism and America's shifting identity. He discusses the significance of Trump's inaugural address and the liberal intelligentsia's reactions. Gray critiques the rise of nationalism and hyper-liberalism, questioning traditional moral beliefs. He also addresses the challenges of declining fertility rates, artificial intelligence's impact on jobs, and the complexities of identity in modern society.

Sam Harris interviews John Gray, an expert in moral and political progress. They discuss threats to freedom of thought, the limits of law, dangers of technology, failures of convergence on norms and values, de-industrialization in Europe, progressive embrace of barbarism, the absurdity of pacifism, utilitarianism, and misconceptions about religion.

John Gray, author of The New Leviathans, discusses Hobbesian political realism and the 2020s. They explore the collapse of communism, critique Francis Fukuyama's views, and discuss the concept of Leviathan. They also examine the dangers of repressive tolerance and the lack of understanding in policymaking.

Francis Fukuyama, the American political scientist famous for his 'end of history' thesis, debates with British philosopher John Gray, who challenges the notion of universal liberal progress. They discuss how liberalism faces significant threats from both political extremes and explore Russia's difficulties in becoming a democracy after the Cold War. The conversation dives into the implications of the Ukraine crisis, the risks of concentrated power in governance, and evolving challenges like nationalism and identity politics.

John Gray, a leading critic of liberalism known for his realist perspectives, joins David Runciman, a political scientist and educator at Cambridge. They unpack themes from Gray’s book, exploring Hobbes' insights on human authority and the flaws of liberalism. The duo discusses humanity's collective identity amidst globalization and critiques hyperliberalism as a misguided doctrine. Their conversation delves into how literature, especially Russian works, reflects the fragility of liberal beliefs and the potential societal dangers of radical ideological movements.

Robert Kaplan, a renowned political scientist known for his insights into geopolitics, joins John Gray, a political philosopher who explores political thought’s relevance to modern events. They delve into the complexity of international conflicts, emphasizing that choices are often painful and morally ambiguous. The discussion connects ancient literature to current geopolitical challenges involving Russia and China, warning against oversimplified views on democratic transitions and highlighting the tragic dimensions of modern power dynamics.