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Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu
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Welcome to another insightful episode of Impact Theory, I’m Tom Bilyeu!
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Sam Harris to discuss the profound impact of cognitive biases on decision-making and explore the nuanced interplay between truth, misinformation, and societal trust.
Sam Harris is a neuroscientist, philosopher, best-selling author, and podcast host whose work focuses on how a growing understanding of ourselves and the world is changing our sense of how we should live.
In this episode, we tackle the complex landscape of political and social issues, from the importance of relying on experts and institutions to the contentious debates around homelessness and systemic inequality.
We touch on:
Prepare to challenge your perspectives and gain new insights on navigating today's complex world!
This is just Part 1 of our conversation, so make sure you don’t miss Part 2 of this convo for even more wisdom from Sam Harris.
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Website: https://impacttheoryuniversity.com/
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If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions. Go to my Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/tombilyeu
Themes: Mindset, Finance, World Affairs, Health & Productivity, Future & Tech, Simulation Theory & Physics, Dating & Relationships
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In today’s episode, I’m joined by Sam Harris to discuss the profound impact of cognitive biases on decision-making and explore the nuanced interplay between truth, misinformation, and societal trust.
Sam Harris is a neuroscientist, philosopher, best-selling author, and podcast host whose work focuses on how a growing understanding of ourselves and the world is changing our sense of how we should live.
In this episode, we tackle the complex landscape of political and social issues, from the importance of relying on experts and institutions to the contentious debates around homelessness and systemic inequality.
We touch on:
- - The media’s role in the misinterpretation & distortion of ideas
- - Factors negatively affecting trust in experts & institutions
- - Cognitive biases & the illusory Truth effect
- - Second-order consequences of communication
- - Trade-offs in engaging with controversial topics
- - Dilemma of preserving democracy vs. free information flow
- - Impact of political manipulation on institutional trust
- - Importance of understanding arguments despite disagreements
- - Class-based views & institutional change on societal issues and policy
- - Proposing solutions for inequality & advocating for meritocracy
- - Impact of poverty on education & brain development
Prepare to challenge your perspectives and gain new insights on navigating today's complex world!
This is just Part 1 of our conversation, so make sure you don’t miss Part 2 of this convo for even more wisdom from Sam Harris.
Follow Sam Harris:
Website: https://www.samharris.org/
X: https://x.com/MakingSenseHQ
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@samharrisorg
Follow Me, Tom Bilyeu:
Website: https://impacttheoryuniversity.com/
X: https://twitter.com/TomBilyeu
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/
If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions. Go to my Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/tombilyeu
Themes: Mindset, Finance, World Affairs, Health & Productivity, Future & Tech, Simulation Theory & Physics, Dating & Relationships
SPONSORS:
Keep your ride-or-die alive at https://EbayMotors.com
Explore the Range Rover Sport at https://landroverusa.com
NetSuite has extended its one-of-a-kind flexible financing program for a few more weeks! Head to https://netsuite.com/THEORY.
Use this link and Hartford Gold will give you up to $15,000 dollars of FREE silver on your first qualifying: order.offers.americanhartfordgold.com/content-affiliate/?&leadsource=affiliate&utm_sfcampaign=701Rb000009EnmrIAC
Start your free online visit today at https://Hims.com/IMPACT for your personalized ED treatment options.
Get 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase at https://drinkag1.com/impact.
Secure your digital life with proactive protection for your assets, identity, family, and tech – Go to https://aura.com/IMPACT to start your free two-week trial.
Take control of your gut health by going to https://tryviome.com/impact and use code IMPACT to get 20% off your first 3 months and free shipping.
***Are You Ready for EXTRA Impact?***
If you’re ready to find true fulfillment, strengthen your focus, and ignite your true potential, the Impact Theory subscription was created just for you.
*New episodes delivered ad-free, EXCLUSIVE access to hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, Tom AMAs, and so much more!*
This is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day.
*****Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3PCvJaz*****
Subscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/
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