Jonathan Haidt: podcast appearances and interviews

Jonathan David Haidt is an American social psychologist and author. He holds the position of Thomas Cooley Professor of Ethical Leadership at the New York University Stern School of Business. Haidt's main areas of research include the psychology of morality and moral emotions, with a focus on how innate, gut feelings influence moral reasoning. He is known for his development of moral foundations theory, which explores the evolutionary origins of morality and how different moral priorities relate to political ideology. His scientific work has served as a basis for various books and discussions on moral and political topics. Haidt has authored several books aimed at general audiences, including The Happiness Hypothesis, which examines the link between ancient philosophies and modern science, and The Righteous Mind, which discusses moral politics. His 2018 publication, The Coddling of the American Mind, addresses issues of political polarization, mental health, and college culture. In 2024, he published The Anxious Generation, where he discusses how the rise of smartphones and overprotective parenting may have contributed to changes in childhood development and increased mental health issues.