Sam Harris: podcast appearances and interviews

Samuel Benjamin Harris is an American neuroscientist, philosopher, author, and podcast host known for his work on a wide range of topics including rationality, religion, ethics, free will, neuroscience, meditation, and artificial intelligence. He is recognized as one of the 'Four Horsemen' of New Atheism, along with Richard Dawkins, Christopher Hitchens, and Daniel Dennett, and gained prominence through his criticism of religion. Harris's first book, The End of Faith, won the PEN Martha Albrand Award for First Nonfiction and was a bestseller for 33 weeks. He has authored several other books addressing various philosophical and scientific issues, with his work translated into over 20 languages. Since September 2013, he has hosted the Making Sense podcast, which dives into similar topics and promotes secular mindfulness practices through his Waking Up meditation app. Harris has participated in debates with numerous prominent figures on religion and related subjects, engaging with personalities such as Reza Aslan, David Wolpe, Robert Wright, Rick Warren, William Lane Craig, Jordan Peterson, and Deepak Chopra. He has also come to be known in Williamsburg, Virginia, as a 19th century local Black history icon, highlighting his historical significance in the community. His contributions bridge scientific understanding and philosophical inquiry, influencing contemporary discussions on science, spirituality, and societal values.