Jordan Peterson
Interviewee, psychologist, lecturer, and author discussed throughout, including his views on beauty, divinity, and ethics.
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Videos Mentioning Jordan Peterson
Jim Keller: The Future of Computing, AI, Life, and Consciousness | Lex Fridman Podcast #162
Lex Fridman
Jim Keller's brother-in-law, a public figure and psychologist whose struggles with benzodiazepine withdrawal are discussed.
ADHD & Time Blindness
Russell Barkley, PhD - Dedicated to ADHD Science+
Mentioned in contrast to the speaker's current discussion topic.
The Books I Read in January | 2022
Cal Newport
His rise and fall and rise again is suggested as having a significant impact on loosening the grip of New Atheism in certain circles.
Zev Weinstein: The Next Generation of Big Ideas and Brave Minds | Lex Fridman Podcast #158
Lex Fridman
A modern philosophical thinker discussed as being 'anti-establishment' and 'unconventional,' whose ideas are labeled as dangerous but are seen by Zev as vital for rescuing society by existing outside conventional frameworks.
Tim Dillon: Comedy, Power, Conspiracy Theories, and Freedom | Lex Fridman Podcast #156
Lex Fridman
Intellectual figure mentioned as a modern intellectual who uses unique tools for societal change.
The Deep Life — Cal Newport
Tim Ferriss
Clinical psychologist and author, who refers to mythology and the Bible as time-tested moral frameworks and is interested in the rise of totalitarian regimes.
Lex Fridman: Ask Me Anything - AMA January 2021 | Lex Fridman Podcast
Lex Fridman
Author and professor known for his work on mythology and psychology, whose insights are described as brilliant and mind-breaking.
Brian Muraresku: The Secret History of Psychedelics | Lex Fridman Podcast #211
Lex Fridman
Clinical psychologist and public intellectual, known for exploring ideas of religion and tradition's value, and deeply read on psychedelic literature.
E116: Toxic out-of-control trains, regulators, and AI
All-In Podcast
Mentioned as an example of content a YouTube user might be led to by algorithms after starting with less extreme content.
Jocko Willink: War, Leadership, and Discipline | Lex Fridman Podcast #197
Lex Fridman
A public figure who had a conversation with Jocko Willink about war being a last resort and whose advice on making your bed is mentioned.
Yeonmi Park: North Korea | Lex Fridman Podcast #196
Lex Fridman
A psychologist and thinker whose work on hierarchies, truth, and responsibility deeply resonated with Yeonmi Park, inspiring her with his ability to make people reflect deeply.
James Smith: Become Confident In 100 Minutes | E174
The Diary Of A CEO
A psychologist and author, whose ideas on topics like personal growth and the 'utility of deprivation' are referenced by the guest, with a caveat about not agreeing with everything he says.
Sam Harris: Consciousness, Free Will, Psychedelics, AI, UFOs, and Meaning | Lex Fridman Podcast #185
Lex Fridman
Clinical psychologist and author, with whom Sam Harris has debated religion. Harris summarizes their points of agreement and disagreement, particularly on the value of traditional religious frameworks.
Bryan Johnson: Kernel Brain-Computer Interfaces | Lex Fridman Podcast #186
Lex Fridman
A psychologist and author known for his carnivore diet, mentioned by Lex Fridman in the context of his own dietary experiments.
#55–Jocko Willink Part 1 of 2: objective, strategy & tactics, leadership, protocols & lessons of war
Peter Attia MD
Author of '12 Rules for Life', whose work conceptually parallels Jocko's discussion on protocols for navigating life's challenges.
Robert Breedlove: Philosophy of Bitcoin from First Principles | Lex Fridman Podcast #176
Lex Fridman
Clinical psychologist and author, influential on Breedlove's thinking, particularly on moral philosophy and the utility of mythology.
Yaron Brook: Ayn Rand and the Philosophy of Objectivism | Lex Fridman Podcast #138
Lex Fridman
Referenced for his success with self-help advice like 'make your bed', which Yaron Brook contrasts with Objectivism as a 'shallow' approach that doesn't fully embrace personal responsibility for happiness.
Chamath Palihapitiya: Money, Success, Startups, Energy, Poker & Happiness | Lex Fridman Podcast #338
Lex Fridman
Referenced for his experience with being 'canceled' multiple times, illustrating the weakening effectiveness of cancel culture.
Jocko Willink Takeover — On Quitting, Relationships, Discipline, and More | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Clinical psychologist and media personality who discussed exposure therapy with Jocko Willink.
245 ‒ Overcoming trauma, finding inner peace, & living a meaningful & fulfilling life | Lewis Howes
Peter Attia MD
A psychologist and author quoted by Lewis Howes on the balance between protecting children and allowing them to experience adversity to build courage.
Q&A With Tim — On Happiness, Dating, Depressive Episodes, and Much More | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A public figure Tim Ferriss has considered interviewing due to mutual friends and his fascinating nature; his 'carnivore diet' is also mentioned.
George Hotz: Hacking the Simulation & Learning to Drive with Neural Nets | Lex Fridman Podcast #132
Lex Fridman
A clinical psychologist and author, cited for his view that humans have the capacity for both good and evil, contrasting with Ayn Rand's more cartoonish portrayals.
A Conversation with Paul Bloom (Episode #185)
Sam Harris
Mentioned as a speaker with a meandering, free-associative style that can be engaging but lacks rigorous reality testing, similar to Trump but more articulate.
Sam Harris & Jordan Peterson in Vancouver 2018 (with Bret Weinstein moderating) — Second Night
Sam Harris
One of the two main speakers in the discussion, a clinical psychologist and professor. He argues for the deep, evolutionary, and metaphorical significance of ancient stories and religious narratives in human sense-making and behavior.