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The Life Of The Mind by Steven Pinker

Delve deep into the labyrinth of the human mind with Professor Steven Pinker as he demystifies the complexities of the human condition using the tools offered by cognitive psychology. Steven is a world-renowned Cognitive Psychologist, Linguist and Professor who has taught at Harvard, MIT & Stanford Universities, and has made it to Time Magazines’ 100 Most Influential People in the World Today. Calling Professor Pinker a Titan in his field would definitely be an understatement!
In this 20 chapter Videobook series, watch Professor Pinker hand you the key that will open your mind to the inner workings of the human psyche. Buckle up for a mind-bending journey into evolutionary psychology, the language of the brain and more..

I spoke on Human Rationality and Academic Freedom at the Dissident Dialogues event in New York this year. Drawing from my book, Rationality: What It Is, Why It Seems Scarce, Why It Matters, I explore why rational thinking is essential yet slowly becoming elusive in our society.

Today we have what Dan Kahan calls expressive rationality which is allegiance to a social group, and right or left wing political loyalty – both of which often interfere with reasoned study and dialogue.

In an era where academic freedom is under threat, with individuals being canceled or fired for expressing their views, it is crucial to protect and develop our institutions of reason.

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Rationality Under Threat: Steven Pinker On Academic Freedom at Dissident Dialogues

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Episode 6

Why do we make irrational decisions? In this episode of Last Meal, I sit down with Rory Sutherland—advertising guru and behavioral scientist—to discuss why logic often fails in life. We explore the psychology of branding, the power of trust, and why the best solutions are often the weirdest ones.

Episode 5

Andrew Gold – A journalist and documentarian known for tackling controversial topics, Andrew reflects on his journey from making gonzo-style documentaries to navigating the world of independent media. Andrew tells Tom abouts his experiences investigating cults, social taboos, and the moral dilemmas of storytelling, as well as his personal reckoning with purpose, rejection, and resilience in the face of industry roadblocks.

Episode 4

Kathleen Stock – A philosopher and former academic, Kathleen reflects on her departure from academia and the challenges of speaking out on controversial topics. Kathleen and Tom discuss the tension between intellectual honesty and social pressure, the evolution of her career, and how finding a new creative path in writing has given her a sense of autonomy and purpose.

Episode 3

Richard Dawkins – Evolutionary biologist and renowned science communicator Richard Dawkins reflects on his legacy, from shaping the gene-centered view of evolution to challenging religious dogma Tom and Richard discuss the search for extraterrestrial life, the mysteries of consciousness, and what discoveries might be just on the horizon, that he wishes he could live another 200 years to discover.