The Better Angels of Our Nature
A book by Steven Pinker discussed by Jack Kornfield, charting humanity's growing consciousness and peacemaking abilities.
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Videos Mentioning The Better Angels of Our Nature
Manolis Kellis: Meaning of Life, the Universe, and Everything | Lex Fridman Podcast #142
Lex Fridman
A book by Steven Pinker, cited for its argument that civilization has dramatically reduced violence and suffering.
Jack Kornfield — Finding Freedom, Love, and Joy in the Present | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A recent book by Steven Pinker that Jack Kornfield recommends, charting the growing consciousness of humanity and reduction in violence over centuries.
Steven Pinker: AI in the Age of Reason | Lex Fridman Podcast #3
Lex Fridman
Steven Pinker's book arguing that violence has declined throughout history due to advancements in reason and civilization.
Tribe of Mentors — Naval Ravikant, Susan Cain, and Yuval Noah Harari | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A book by Steven Pinker, frequently recommended by guests in 'Tribe of Mentors'.
Elizabeth Gilbert and Jack Kornfield
Tim Ferriss
A book by Steven Pinker discussed by Jack Kornfield, charting humanity's growing consciousness and peacemaking abilities.
A.J. Jacobs (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Book by Steven Pinker about the history of violence and how humanity is in the safest time ever.
Eric Schmidt — Lessons from a Trillion-Dollar Coach | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A 700-page book by Steven Pinker on death rates and the human condition, which Eric Schmidt gifts most often. It argues that the world is in a much better place than in the past, combating negative perceptions.