MSNBC’s Mehdi Hasan isn’t one to avoid arguments. He relishes them as the lifeblood of democracy and the only surefire way to establish the truth. Arguments help us solve problems, uncover new ideas we might not have considered, and nudge our disagreements toward mutual understanding. A good argument, made in good faith, has intrinsic value ― and can also si ... Show More
Apr 16
Pain Isn't Just Physical. Here's the Neuroscience That Proves It.
You've been told pain is "all in your head" — but what if that's not dismissive, it's actually the key to healing? First, Rachel Zoffness breaks down the new neuroscience showing why the brain constructs pain and how that gives us more power over it than we ever realized. Then, A ... Show More
25m 33s
Apr 15
AI Is Coming for Your Tasks, Not Your Job
The robots aren't replacing you — they're reshaping what you actually do all day. First, LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky and Chief Economic Opportunity Officer Aneesh Raman explain why the age of AI is less about survival and more about agency. Then, Eric Siegel breaks down The AI Pl ... Show More
31m 58s
May 2023
Mehdi Hasan On How To Win Every Argument - Part 1
In this episode we bring you part one of our live event, 'How To Win Every Argument,' with renowned interviewer and debater Mehdi Hasan. Hosted by columnist, author, and broadcaster Jonathan Freedland, Hasan shares his tips and techniques for mastering the art of persuasion, whic ... Show More
29m 23s
Jun 2025
Win Hearts, Then Minds + Your Questions Answered on Identity and "Covering"
<p>There’s a saying that’s attributed to the Dalai Lama: in the practice of tolerance, one’s enemy is the best teacher. It’s a nice idea. But when people don’t share our values, it’s hard for us to tolerate theirs. This week, we bring you a favorite episode with sociologist <a hr ... Show More
1h 25m
Aug 2017
How to Debate... Yourself.
Think about your most strongly held political belief. How did you arrive at your position? What experiences, information, or opinions influenced you?
In the final installment of our summer podcast series on the state of political discourse today, we dive into an increasingly impo ... Show More
23m 9s