The Collapse of American Trust — with Sam Harris | Prof G Conversations

Sam Harris, a neuroscientist, philosopher, bestselling author, and host of the Making Sense podcast, joins Scott to discuss the collapse of trust in institutions, the dangerous rise of misinformation and cults of personality, and why mindfulness might be our best tool for surviving modern chaos. Find Sam on YouTube 👉 ‪@samharrisorg‬. Chapters 00:00:00 Start 00:00:40 Where does this podcast find you? 00:03:08 What are you most concerned about right now, and why? 00:06:20 Do you see any sources or paths to repair trust in institutions? 00:11:42 What advice would you give Democrats on how to push back more effectively? 00:14:55 What advice would you give Democrats on how to push back more effectively? 00:19:12 Do you distinguish between DEI in academia vs. the corporate world? 00:26:51 What are your thoughts on income-based affirmative action? 00:30:58 What do you think is behind the struggles of young men today? 00:36:04 Why do some powerful men seem to regress rather than evolve? 00:37:42 Could ketamine use be affecting Elon Musk’s behavior? 00:49:35 Do you struggle to separate from the anxiety caused by the news? 00:52:42 What helps you stay present and manage those worries? 00:57:16 Has what brings you joy or peace changed as you’ve gotten older? 00:58:57 Was the loss of your dad a defining moment in your life? 00:59:38 Did being raised by a single mom impact how you show up as a partner and a dad? 01:00:40 Has what brings you joy or peace changed as you’ve gotten older? 01:03:09 Has what brings you joy or peace changed as you’ve gotten older? 01:05:03 What’s your advice on being a dad? 01:06:20 Has what brings you joy or peace changed as you’ve gotten older? Please support this channel by subscribing here: https://links.profgmedia.com/youtube-... Want more Prof G? Check out everything we're up to at https://links.profgmedia.com/home #scottgalloway #samharris #podcast #podcastshow #usa #profg