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Thomas Jefferson
president of the United States from 1801 to 1809 (1743–1826)
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Videos Mentioning Thomas Jefferson
Exiled Iranian Prince Reza Pahlavi: Transition Plan and the Fight for Iran's Freedom
All-In Podcast
U.S. Founding Father noted as a student of Cyrus the Great, linking Persian history to human-rights foundations.
Douglas Murray: Racism, Marxism, and the War on the West | Lex Fridman Podcast #296
Lex Fridman
One of the Founding Fathers who desired the abolition of the slave trade, whose ideas like 'all men are created equal' were like a 'time bomb' against slavery.
Co-Creator of Exploding Kittens — How to Raise Millions on Kickstarter | Elan Lee
Tim Ferriss
A Founding Father of the United States, whose historic role was paralleled by a character named Jeff (the band leader) in Jordan Weisman's clothing-based episodic game.
Glenn Loury: Race, Racism, Identity Politics, and Cancel Culture | Lex Fridman Podcast #285
Lex Fridman
Authored the Declaration of Independence, writing 'all men are created equal', despite being a slave owner.
Francis Collins: National Institutes of Health (NIH) | Lex Fridman Podcast #238
Lex Fridman
Third President of the United States and a Founding Father.
Tim Urban: Elon Musk, Neuralink, AI, Aliens, and the Future of Humanity | Lex Fridman Podcast #264
Lex Fridman
Founding Father of the United States, used as a historical reference to compare modern society's advancements to a potential utopia.
Ep. 204: Working Less, Overthinking, and Deep Life Principles | Deep Questions Podcast
Cal Newport
Mentioned as having owned land near Natural Bridge and built a cabin there.
Geo-Strategy #3: How Empire is Destroying America
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The author of the Declaration of Independence, whose interpretation of 'pursuit of happiness' is discussed as the drive for wealth accumulation in America.
How to Use Stoicism to Choose Alive Time Over Dead Time — Daily Stoic Author Ryan Holiday
Tim Ferriss
Third President of the United States, whose principles were influenced by Stoic philosophy.
Diana Walsh Pasulka: Aliens, Technology, Religion & the Nature of Belief | Lex Fridman Podcast #149
Lex Fridman
Convinced by wealthy Catholic families like the Carrolls to establish the separation of church and state in the U.S.
Daniel Schmachtenberger: Steering Civilization Away from Self-Destruction | Lex Fridman Podcast #191
Lex Fridman
A Founding Father of the United States, quoted for his belief in the importance of a perfect newspaper for an informed citizenry and effective government.
Jeremi Suri: History of American Power | Lex Fridman Podcast #180
Lex Fridman
The ideal of self-ownership and independence for every American is linked to his vision.
Yaron Brook: Ayn Rand and the Philosophy of Objectivism | Lex Fridman Podcast #138
Lex Fridman
An American Founding Father admired by Yaron Brook for fighting for freedom and believing in its ideas, despite the flaw of owning slaves.
Ken Burns — A Master Filmmaker on Creative Process | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Third President of the United States, known for his writings on human nature and worry, and his philosophical inclinations.
The 4 Hour Workweek Revisited | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Mentioned alongside George Washington as a historical figure influenced by stoic philosophy.
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks — Powerful Books, Mystics, and More
Tim Ferriss
An American statesman, diplomat, lawyer, architect, philosopher, and Founding Father, mentioned as a founder of liberty.
Secretary Madeleine Albright — Optimism, The Future of the US, and 450-Pound Leg Presses
Tim Ferriss
Mentioned as a former Secretary of State and a fan of Stoic philosophers, whose home hosted a naturalization ceremony led by Albright.
How to Use Curiosity & Focus to Create a Joyful & Meaningful Life | Dr. Bernardo Huberman
Andrew Huberman
One of the Founding Fathers of the United States and the principal author of the Declaration of Independence, admired by Dr. Bernardo Huberman for his beliefs in liberty.
Salvation or a Coup? Washington D.C. Is Under Siege | Tom Bilyeu Show
Tom Bilyeu
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The Tao of Seneca: Letters from a Stoic Master | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Historical figure who kept Seneca on his bedside table, indicating the enduring influence of Stoic philosophy.
How To SURVIVE & THRIVE In The Upcoming Financial Crisis! (PREPARE NOW) | Ray Dalio
Tom Bilyeu
Quoted by Ray Dalio: "He who knows he knows not is closer to the truth than he whose mind is filled with falsehoods," emphasizing humility and openness to learning.
Kevin Costner Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
An American Founding Father considered successful by Kevin Costner, whose ideas he often contemplates.
Glenn Beck Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
One of the Founding Fathers of the United States, who wrote a letter to his nephew Peter Carr about education and questioning religion that profoundly influenced Glenn Beck.
They're Peaceful Until They're Not — A Scholar Says the West Is Already in Phase Two
Tom Bilyeu
American Founding Father who, after US independence, had to deal with Muslim pirates enslaving American sailors and attempted to negotiate peace, which was rejected based on Quranic doctrine.