Rory Stewart, an ex-politician, discusses the fraying world order, problems with nation-building, cultural ignorance, catastrophic withdrawal from Afghanistan, role of Islam in failures, conspiracy theories, war in Ukraine, age of populism, Trump and future of NATO, Brexit, and current state of politics.

This podcast discusses five myths about Israel and the war in Gaza, explores the ethical and political arguments surrounding the conflict, examines the tactics of suicide bombing and its global impact, explores the influence of Islamic doctrines on religious beliefs and the need for moderation, looks at the widespread support for Hamas and the October 7 attacks among Palestinians, and emphasizes the importance of understanding intentions and using force when necessary.

Sam Harris speaks with Jonathan Rauch and Josh Szeps about the challenges of navigating information in today's world, the erosion of shared consensus about reality, the impact of social media on the media landscape, and the importance of qualified elites and institutions in creating norms for truth testing.

Chris Anderson, owner of TED, discusses generosity in the age of the Internet and the new spirit of cynicism in tech and finance. They talk about problems with diversity initiatives, the controversy around Coleman Hughes' talk, the science of generosity, and the power of leveraging the Internet for good.

Sam Harris speaks with Rabbi David Wolpe about the global response to the October 7th atrocities, Israeli vs diaspora Jews, history and logic of antisemitism, conspiracy theories, right-wing and left-wing antisemitism, BDS movement, Jewish acceptance at Ivy League universities, and the antisemitism endemic to Islam.

Explore the crisis of meaning in affluent societies, the challenges of finding contentment in the modern world, and the power of meditation. Learn about the Waking Up app, which offers secular teachings. Dive into the concepts of selflessness and non-duality, and find sanity, wisdom, and gratitude amidst global chaos.

Sam Harris speaks with Brian Muraresku about ancient mystery religions and the possible psychedelic roots of Christianity. They discuss the Mysteries of Eleusis, the pagan continuity hypothesis, the cult of Dionysius, the Dead Sea scrolls and the Gnostic Gospels, Christianity as a cult of human sacrifice, the evidence for the use of psychedelics in ancient rites, and the need for a modern Mysteries of Eleusis.

The podcast discusses Amanda Knox's experience of being falsely convicted and imprisoned for murder in Italy, including the language barrier she faced during interactions with the police. It also explores the accuracy of the Netflix documentary 'Amanda Knox' and the shocking behavior of the lead prosecutor. Additionally, it touches on finding equanimity in uncontrollable forces through meditation, the challenge of changing others' beliefs, false perceptions created by media coverage, the illusion of free will, and the negative aspects of social media.

The podcast discusses free speech, university presidents' testimony, and Elon Musk's actions. It delves into the ethical implications of featuring controversial figures in alternative media. The chapter also highlights the double standard in college policies. The host welcomes Douglas Murray to discuss the situation in Israel, debunk misconceptions, and advocate for Israel's right to self-defense. They explore the impact of international pressure and social media campaigns. The emotional conversation expresses frustration with Hamas and their hindrance to peace.

Exploring the concept of 'Islamophobia' and its consequences. Comparing criticisms of Islam to criticisms of Christianity and anti-Semitism. The unequal freedom of expression between religions. The danger of Islamic extremism and the need for de-radicalization.