Beste Steven Pinker podcaster (2024)

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Rationality Under Threat: Steven Pinker On Academic Freedom at Dissident Dialogues 14:46

3M ago14:46

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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 alle…

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Enlightenment Now (S1 EP20) 8:43

2y ago8:43

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In his latest and last episode of the series, Steven Pinker discusses his magisterial book, Enlightenment Now. According to Steven, humanism, reason, and science—the three pillars of enlightenment, has historically fueled enormous advancement in virtually every facet of life and are our best hope for sustaining it in the future.…

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The History of Violence: From the Stone Age to the Present Day (S1 EP19) 10:33

2y ago10:33

10:33

On the latest episode of ‘The Life Of The Mind’, Steven walks you through the evolution of violence and how its trajectory has changed over the past two millennia. Steven also delves into good and bad aspects of human nature while also looking at how civil and societal progress have impacted the prevalence of violence.…

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Why Do We Deny The Existence of Human Nature? (S1 EP18) 11:23

2y ago11:23

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On the latest episode of ‘The Life Of The Mind’, Steven discusses his most controversial book, The Blank Slate, the fabric of which is human nature's moral, political and emotional colorings. He also touches on the numerous aspects of human nature including fear, morality, and finding meaning in life.…

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Nature Vs. Nurture: What’s more impactful (S1 EP17) 10:39

2y ago10:39

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Since the Ancient Greeks discussed the origins of personality traits, the great debate of Nature vs. Nurture has been at the forefront of psychological debate. In this episode, Steven discusses how genetics influences a person's personality and make-up as he debunks the fallacy that nurture has a greater influence on how we act.…

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What Makes Music So Universal? (S1 EP16) 4:22

2y ago4:22

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Steven Pinker explains the incredible role of music in cultures around the world in his latest episode, providing substantial evidence to say that music is the labyrinth that connects us all.Av This Is 42

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What Evolution Reveals About Human Behavior (S1 EP15) 12:53

2y ago12:53

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Needless to say that evolution is responsible for all of our physical and psychological characteristics. In this episode, Steven delves into evolutionary psychology, the study of behavior, thought, and emotion viewed through the lens of evolutionary biology. He talks about our own adaptabilities throughout evolution as well as how human behaviors a…

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Why We All Fall Victim to Bystander Apathy (S1 EP14) 7:39

2y ago7:39

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In the latest episode of ‘The Life Of The Mind’, Steven Pinker delves into the mind of a bystander and explains the social-psychological theory of bystander apathy, a phenomenon in which people are less likely to help others in groups than when they are alone.Av This Is 42

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The Eight Levels of Charitable Giving (S1 EP13) 8:18

2y ago8:18

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With an interesting look into charity and generosity as a whole, Steven Pinker refers to Moses Maimonedes’s theory on the eight rungs of generosity in this new episode. Donating for a good cause is never a bad idea, but why is it important to assess the situation and understand the process? With common knowledge in human communication evolving with…

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Common knowledge and Its role in one’s life (S1 EP12) 7:26

2y ago7:26

7:26

In ‘Common Knowledge’ - Steven Pinker’s observation on the mechanics of subconscious human communication, he deciphers the way humans navigate situation and circumstance based on an honour system that has been in place through the ages. For those interested in the workings of advanced human communications, Pinker issues this walkthrough for us to a…

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DO INNUENDOS HELP PRESERVE RELATIONSHIPS? (S1 EP11) 12:12

2y ago12:12

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In ‘Do Innuendos Help Preserve Relationships?’ - Steven Pinker’s latest venture into the mechanisms of the human tongue and its power, he observes the necessity for fluid conversation and the influence it holds, to shape a relentless and stubborn world that is focused on dominance and control. For those interested in learning about the purpose behi…

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How Language Influences Your Brain (S1 EP10) 6:51

2y ago6:51

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In episode Ten, the viewers will hear about the main components of language, and how varying tonalities come together to create meaningful communication between people despite their abstract pathways. Do you want to know what brain impairments affect one's ability to speak? Hear it from Pinker himself.…

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Learn How to Use Grammar Correctly (S1 EP9) 9:37

2y ago9:37

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In episode nine, Steven Pinker takes us on a journey through grammar enlightening us on how the algorithms and neural structures of the brain shape the rules of language. Here, he guides the listener through the mechanics of mental grammar and memorization to better understand the brain and its language.…

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Language and Meaning: Let’s Discuss (S1 EP8) 6:12

2y ago6:12

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In episode eight, Steven Pinker goes on to explore the essence of language and elaborates on how meaning is generated through language.Av This Is 42

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The Magic Of Words (S1 EP7) 7:20

2y ago7:20

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In episode six, Steven Pinker explains the impact and influence of language while also introducing our audience to the psychological phenomenon of word magic.Av This Is 42

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The Best Time To Learn Something - And It's NOT When You Think (S1 EP6) 8:54

2y ago8:54

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In episode six, Steven Pinker discusses the critical periods in life that accelerate growth and learning, delving into the findings of why children and teenagers grasp the syntax and semantics of language more easily than adults.Av This Is 42

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How Does The Brain Develop Language? S1 EP5 9:30

2y ago9:30

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In episode five, Steven Pinker shares his expertise on how the brain develops language while shedding light on how children, in particular, acquire language at a young age.Av This Is 42

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The Mind’s Eye (S1 EP4) 4:16

2y ago4:16

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In episode four, Steven Pinker explains how human vision works. He elaborates on the concept of human visual attention and its limitations, including the laws of optics and projection.Av This Is 42