Islam

A Postmortem on My Response to Covid (Episode #335)

Sam Harris

Discussed in the context of Sam Harris's past criticisms of the mainstream narrative, contrasting with his pandemic response.

Islam & Freedom: A Conversation with Rory Stewart (Episode #356)

Sam Harris

The central topic of discussion, focusing on its relationship with violence, intolerance, and criticism.

Making Sense of Belief and Unbelief

Sam Harris

The religion discussed through the lens of Sarah Hader's experience leaving it, Yasmine Mohammed's upbringing under a strict interpretation, and its comparison to other faiths.

Leaving the Faith (Rebroadcast): A Conversation with Yasmine Mohammed (Episode #298)

Sam Harris

Discussed in the context of its doctrine, texts, and how it can be interpreted to sanction practices like domestic violence, and also as a global religion facing criticism.

Sam Harris & Jordan Peterson in Vancouver 2018 (with Bret Weinstein moderating) — Second Night

Sam Harris

Referenced by Sam Harris when discussing 'fundamentalist terror of Islam', indicating how tribal considerations can drive conflict. He argues that rejecting such provincialism does not require identifying with a smaller tribe.

The Permission to Hate Jews Has Never Been This Open

Sam Harris

Discussed in the context of cultural change and religious extremism, with a distinction made between the mainstream and extremist elements.

David Eagleman: Neuroplasticity and the Livewired Brain | Lex Fridman Podcast #119

Lex Fridman

One of the religious labels used in the 'in-group/out-group' experiment to study empathy.

Secret History #26: Faith of Evil

Predictive History

A religion incubated in the Arabian desert by Jews who continued to fight against the Romans, prophesying the coming of Muhammad as the Messiah.

Secret History #1: How Power Works (4K Re-Upload with Audio Fixed)

Predictive History

When Life Gets Hard: 12 Stoic Lessons To Change Your Life Before 2024 | Cal Newport

Cal Newport

A religion whose philosophical underpinnings are seen as foundational to the 'deep life' concept, valuing human infinite value.

Campus Protests, Antisemitism, and Western Values (Episode #367)

Sam Harris

Discussed extensively as intrinsically political, contrasting with Christianity's separation of church and state. Its doctrine of holy war, martyrdom, and intolerance for blasphemy are presented as core tenets.

Salvation or a Coup? Washington D.C. Is Under Siege | Tom Bilyeu Show

Tom Bilyeu

Mentioned as colliding with the world of Christianity in the next 10 years, leading to a 'collision of values'.

Sam Harris Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)

Tim Ferriss

Criticized by Sam Harris for its doctrine of jihad and martyrdom, and its historical scriptural basis for violence and oppression, particularly of women, distinguishing it from religions like Jainism.

Using Climate Action to End Poverty | DR Ibraheem Dooba | TEDxMinna

TEDx Talks

Cited as a religious framework that encourages investment of money rather than hoarding it, offering incentives like taxation on hidden wealth.

Arthur Brooks on Reinvention, Religion, and the Science of Happiness | Conversations with Tyler

Conversations with Tyler

Mentioned in the context of assimilation in Northern England.

Why Inner Life Practices? - Global Philosophy | Episode 2605 | Closer To Truth

Closer To Truth

Its core practice of prayer is discussed as a fundamental act of gratitude and reorientation, performed five times daily, coupled with Quranic recitation.

Trump Can’t De-Escalate Iran — Here’s the Trap He’s In | Dave Smith

Tom Bilyeu

A religion, discussed in the context of anti-Muslim bigotry, where its tenets are perverted to justify denying rights to people.