Peter Singer, a philosopher, discusses ethical problems in this podcast. The topics covered include the moral status of non-human animals, speciesism, animal suffering, conscientious omnivores, animal experimentation, Effective Altruism, and the comparative nature of human suffering.

Sam Harris speaks with Yuval Noah Harari about the events of October 7th and the resulting war in Gaza. They discuss the unraveling of global order, the failure of the IDF, the incompetence of the Netanyahu government, the goals of Hamas, and the right of Israel to exist.

Sam Harris explores the ongoing conflict in Gaza, rise of anti-Semitism, and the problem of jihadism. He discusses alternative approaches to achieve goals, Islamophobia, and the rise of anti-Semitism. He reflects on recent events and moral confusion. He also discusses the distinction between collateral damage and intentional acts of violence, and shares a disturbing audio clip revealing a cultural mindset.

Discussion about recent events in Gaza, including October 7th attacks. Reactions to events as journalists and experiences reporting on Iraq, Afghanistan and ISIS. Examines responsibility of Israeli government for religious extremism and settlement expansion. explores unexpected outcomes of attack in Gaza. Moral differences between Israel and Hamas. Potential danger of Hezbollah and Iran to Israel.

The podcast discusses the Israel-Palestine conflict, highlighting the lack of moral equivalence and differing attitudes towards violence. It explores variations in ethical norms across cultures, including the use of human shields. The episode analyzes the ethical differences in the context of war and violence, emphasizing intentions and the type of world being built.

Sam Harris speaks with Jeannie Fontana and Robin Carhart-Harris about the TREAT Initiative in California and the growing promise of psychedelics for mental health care. They discuss drug discovery, PTSD therapy, approval process, high costs of studies, effects on the brain, and the topic of organized religion.

Yascha Mounk discusses the concept of identity politics, skepticism about cancel culture, racial segregation in schools, ideological change on college campuses, rejection of universalism, Derrick Bell, Kimberlé Crenshaw, indoctrination of children, intersectionality, white privilege, institutional racism, racial preferences during the Covid pandemic, and the business model of mainstream journalism.

Reflections on the controversies and criticisms faced during COVID, addressing the impact of misrepresentation and misleading clips. Clarifying positions on COVID views and highlighting the importance of safe vaccines. Exploring misconceptions about the pharmaceutical industry and government control. Analyzing beliefs and response to COVID, reflecting on initial statements and their impact. Emphasizing trust, cooperation, and the role of institutions in challenging situations. Reflecting on COVID response, vaccine hesitancy, and the significant number of lives saved by vaccines.

Sam Harris and David Brooks discuss the loss of social trust, dangers of identity politics, the Republican Party, Trump indictments, war in Ukraine, Biden presidency, economic inequality, media and social media, conspiracy thinking, Covid pandemic, and more.

Sam Harris speaks with climate change expert Chris Field about skepticism on climate change, the accuracy of climate models, measuring global temperatures, historical climate variation, feedback mechanisms, wildfires, air pollution, renewable energy sources, carbon capture, and the challenges of transitioning to a carbon-neutral economy.