The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson

Join intellectual phenomenon Dr. Jordan Peterson for enlightening discourse that will change the way you think. This podcast breaks down the dichotomy of life through interviews and lectures that explain how individuals and culture are shaped by values, music, religion, and beyond. It will give you a new perspective and a modern understanding of your creativity, competence, and personality.

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May 17, 2021 · 1 hr 45 min
169. An Atheist in the Realm of Myth | Stephen Fry
On this episode of the Jordan B Peterson Podcast, I am joined by Stephen Fry. Stephen Fry is a noted British actor, writer, comedian, political figure, journalist, poet, intellectual and much more. You may have seen him in the films Chariots of Fire, A Fish Called Wanda, The Life and Death of Peter Sellers, V for Vendetta, Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows, and The Hobbit film series. He’s also served as the president of a mental health charity. Stephen’s list of accomplishments is far too long
May 13, 2021 · 1 hr 54 min
168. A Brain Divided | Iain McGilchrist
Iain McGilchrist is a psychiatrist, author, thinker, and lecturer. He is maybe best known for his book The Master and His Emissary: The Divided Brain and the Making of the Western World Dr. Iain McGilchrist and I discussed a variety of topics relating to the bifurcated brain, how we process reality as human beings, and the downfalls of the views that have shaped western culture according to McGilchrist. Find more Iain McGilchrist on his new website channelmcgilchrist.com, and check out his new
May 10, 2021 · 2 hr 35 min
167. The Psychology of the Psychedelics | Roland Griffiths
Dr. Roland Griffiths, Ph.D. is a professor of neuroscience, psychiatry, and behavioral science and director of the Psychedelic and Consciousness Research at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is the author of over 400 scientific research publications and has trained more than 50 postdoctoral research fellows. He has been a consultant to the National Institutes of Health and numerous pharmaceutical companies in the development of new psychotropic drugs. Dr. Roland Griffiths and I di
May 6, 2021 · 2 hr 32 min
166. Writer of Braveheart | Randall Wallace
Randall Wallace, graduate of Duke University, is an American NYT bestselling author of seven novels, as well as a screenwriter (TV and film), director, producer, songwriter, holder of a black belt in karate, and founder of Hollywood for Habitat for Humanity. He is perhaps best known for writing the historical drama Braveheart (1995), which earned him a Writers Guild of America Award for Best Original Screenplay and an Academy Award nomination in the same category, but has since directed The Man
May 3, 2021 · 1 hr 59 min
165. Ten Global Trends Every Smart Person Should Know | Marian Tupy
This episode was recorded on 03/24/2021 Dr. Marian Tupy and I discuss a variety of information critical to the direction of the world as outlined in his book Ten Global Trends. We discuss each of the ten positive trends over the last century leading to a better/ richer world overall for most of humanity. We explore how impactful these trends are and why the trajectory of societies is looking less apocalyptic than most people may believe. Dr. Marian Tupy is a senior policy analyst at the Cato
Apr 29, 2021 · 2 hr 17 min
164. Teaching and the Voice of Conscience | Paul Rossi
This episode was recorded on April 22nd, 2021 Paul Rossi and I sit down to discuss the controversy surrounding a recent article Paul wrote. It has become apparent that an anti-racism curriculum is being instituted in schools across the United States and that doesn’t initially sound like anything but a positive change. I had Paul on to share his concerns after working in one of these schools that are implementing new ways of thinking about how our western society is structured. We spoke about man
Apr 26, 2021 · 2 hr 4 min
163. Is Everything Better Than We Think? | Bjorn Lomborg
This episode was recorded on January 21, 2021. Dr. Bjorn Lomborg and I discuss a variety of topics in the realm of climate change and worldwide problems. We examine the claims made in his latest book False Alarm. Throughout the episode we touch on sustainable development goals, prioritizing problems for the world, achieving the highest return on investment, the apocalypse lens we apply to many global issues, making the poor richer, innovation, adaptation, selling and marketing solutions, and mu
Apr 19, 2021 · 2 hr
162. Christianity and the Modern World | Bishop Barron
Bishop Robert Barron and I sat down on March 5th, 2021 to discuss a variety of topics in the realm of the importance of the bible, the bridge between religion and biology, the nature of good, how the limits of the bible can be useful, why young people are leaving the catholic church, the hunger for serious deep conversation on religious topics done intellectually, and more. Bishop Barron is the founder of Word on Fire catholic ministries and auxiliary bishop of the archdiocese of Los Angeles. H
Apr 12, 2021 · 1 hr 36 min
161. Government as Force | Senator Mike Lee
I had the pleasure of speaking with Senator Mike Lee on February 18, 2021. We discuss his experiences as a United States Senator for the state of Utah. Senator Lee and I talked at length about the structure and original formation of the US government. We also cover his hypothesis of what’s happening politically today, why it’s a problem, as well as possible solutions. Mike Lee has been a conservative Republican for the state of Utah since January 3, 2011. He is also a New York Times bestseller w
Apr 5, 2021 · 2 hr 38 min
160. Literacy and Strength | Jocko Willink
This episode was recorded on 03/12/21 I had the pleasure of inviting Jocko Willink on to my podcast for the first time, I’ve been on Jocko’s podcast several times in the past and now get the opportunity to reverse the interviewing role to learn more about his life and endeavors. We discuss his experience in the military and war exploring time in the Navy Seals, Afganistan, and Iraq. Jocko recount what it looks like to be on the ground in combat scenarios and the requirement of strong leadership
Mar 21, 2021 · 1 hr 38 min
159. Irreversible Damage? | Abigail Shrier
This episode was recorded on 01/06/21 Abigail Shrier and I discuss identity, gender dysphoria, the increased rate of gender transitioning procedures among young female adolescents, details of these procedures, de-transitioning, her personal experiences with writing her book “Irreversible Damage”, and more. Abigail Shrier is a frequent contributor to the Wall Street Journal and author of Irreversible Damage: The Transgender Craze Seducing Our Daughters. Abigail used her experience as a journalist
Mar 15, 2021 · 1 hr 56 min
158. Minefields and the New Political Landscape | Bret Weinstein
This episode was recorded on 02/17/2021 @Bret Weinstein and I discuss the events that led to his resignation from Evergreen State College, dealing with controversy, pair bonding, the new political landscape, paranoia created by having communities online, discordant opinion budgets, and more. Bret Weinstein is a theoretical evolutionary biologist, host of DarkHorse Podcast, and a former Professor at Evergreen State College. Find more Bret Weinstein on YouTube @Bret Weinstein, on Twitter @BretWe
Mar 7, 2021 · 1 hr 40 min
157. Beyond Order - the Illustrator | Juliette Fogra
Description: This episode was recorded on January 29th, 2021 Juliette Fogra and I discuss, among other topics, the stunning art she created for my new book Beyond Order, her life story, artistic composition, her muse when creating, photoshop, fine art, music, living in chronic pain, and more. Greenchef - for $90 off and free shipping, visit: greenchef.com/90jbp and use code 90jbp Care/of - for 50% off go to takecareof.com and use code jbp50 To pre-order Dr. Peterson's new book Beyond Order: http
Feb 28, 2021 · 1 hr 52 min
156. The Perfect Mode of Being | Jonathan Pageau
This episode was recorded on Feb 14th, 2021 Jonathan Pageau and I discuss, among other topics, the issue of conscience, narrative with objective reality, perfect mode of being, the responsibility to move things towards the divine, the inevitability of religion, significance of the virgin birth, Theosis, the idea of heaven, and more. Headspace - for a free one-month trial, visit: headspace.com/jbp The Great Courses (Plus) - for a free month of unlimited access, visit: thegreatcoursesplus.com/pete
Feb 21, 2021 · 1 hr 31 min
155. The Erosion of Women's Rights? | Ayaan Hirsi Ali
This podcast was recorded on Feb 2nd, 2021 Ayaan Hirsi Ali and I discuss, among other topics, Immigration, Islam, the changing safety of women in public(particularly in areas of Europe), clashing values of western cultures and Islam, win-win propositions, and many more career-ending topics. Ayaan outlines her arguments and concerns with current immigration practices and how Islamic leaders and values clash with many freedoms of modern culture. We also look more at her latest book, Prey: Immigrat
Feb 14, 2021 · 2 hr 10 min
154. Abandon Ideology | Gad Saad
This episode was recorded on January 18, 2021. Gad Saad and I discuss, among other topics, ideas as parasites, postmodernism, social constructivism, applying evolutionary thinking to understand humans’ consummatory nature, epistemic humility, nomological networks, the degrees of assault on truth, and more. Gad Saad is a Canadian-Lebanese evolutionary psychologist, professor, and author. He is best known for his work applying evolutionary psychology to marketing and consumer behavior. His mos
Jan 31, 2021 · 2 hr 22 min
153. Rational Optimism | Matt Ridley
This episode was recorded on January 11, 2021. Matt Ridley and I discuss, among other topics, economic optimism, trade through the reciprocity of nations, enlightened self-interest, virtues relation to trade, feeding nine billion people, the triumphs of cities, escape of Malthusian population trap, and more. Matt Ridley is a British best-selling author (The Origins of Virtue, The Rational Optimist, How Innovation Works, and many more) who is best known for his writings on science, the environm
Jan 24, 2021 · 1 hr 52 min
152. Radical Ideology and the Nihilistic Void | Douglas Murray
This episode was recorded on January 15, 2021. Douglas Murray and I discuss, among other topics, the collapse of grand narratives on the left and the right alike, the potential for the resultant explanatory and motivational void to be filled by more radical ideological ideas, and the dangers posed by the mutual recrimination that all-too-frequently characterizes relationships across the left-right divide. Douglas Murray is a British best-selling author (The Madness of Crowds and The Strange Dea
Jan 17, 2021 · 1 hr 51 min
151. Build a Better Democrat? | Gregg Hurwitz
This episode was recorded on December 20, 2020 before the most recent events on Capitol Hill. Gregg Hurwitz is an American novelist, scriptwriter, and producer. He has the newest book in his riveting thriller series Orphan X, coming out January 26, 2020, entitled Prodigal Son: An Orphan X Novel. In the last few years leading up to the presidential election, Gregg has been working with an independent team of Hollywood writers, producers, and directors to design and promote a moderate political
Jan 10, 2021 · 1 hr 20 min
150. Greenlights (and Darkness) | Matthew McConaughey
Matthew McConaughey (actor, producer, and author of New York Times Best Seller "Greenlights") sits down with Jordan Peterson to talk about Matthew’s new book, his upbringing, his relationships with his mother and father, his journey to being at peace with his fame, what it’s like to play malevolent or dark characters in movies or on television, and a surprising satirical review of Greenlights. Find Matthew McConaughey on Twitter @McConaughey and on Instagram @officiallymcconaughey and basicall

The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

169. An Atheist in the Realm of Myth | Stephen Fry

168. A Brain Divided | Iain McGilchrist

167. The Psychology of the Psychedelics | Roland Griffiths

166. Writer of Braveheart | Randall Wallace

165. Ten Global Trends Every Smart Person Should Know | Marian Tupy

164. Teaching and the Voice of Conscience | Paul Rossi

163. Is Everything Better Than We Think? | Bjorn Lomborg

162. Christianity and the Modern World | Bishop Barron

161. Government as Force | Senator Mike Lee

160. Literacy and Strength | Jocko Willink

159. Irreversible Damage? | Abigail Shrier

158. Minefields and the New Political Landscape | Bret Weinstein

157. Beyond Order - the Illustrator | Juliette Fogra

156. The Perfect Mode of Being | Jonathan Pageau

155. The Erosion of Women's Rights? | Ayaan Hirsi Ali

154. Abandon Ideology | Gad Saad

153. Rational Optimism | Matt Ridley

152. Radical Ideology and the Nihilistic Void | Douglas Murray

151. Build a Better Democrat? | Gregg Hurwitz

150. Greenlights (and Darkness) | Matthew McConaughey