Best Barry Nussbaum Podcasts (2025)

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WORKING TO MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE with Julia van Boven & Sjir Hoeijmakers 52:57

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Julia & Sjir are dedicated to making a global impact. Sjir describes how a 2015 TED Talk by Peter on effective altruism inspired his involvement with organisations like Giving What We Can, which promotes effective philanthropy. Julia shares her journey to co-founding the School for Moral Ambition, and aligning her career with her values. Their disc…

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Too Jewish - 10/12/25 - Michael Shapiro 54:55

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Michael Shapiro, author of "Ketubah Renaissance", founder of Ketubah.comBy Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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CHRISTINE WEBB: challenging human exceptionalism 57:11

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Christine Webb is a primatologist and scholar. In her new book 'The Arrogant Ape,' she challenges the notion of human exceptionalism. Christine shares insights from her work in primatology including the ethical implications of understanding animals' mental lives, and the broader impact of unlearning human superiority on our coexistence with nature.…

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Too Jewish - 10/5/25 - Mitchell Silk 54:54

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By Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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(re-release) JANE GOODALL: recognising the animal as an individual 56:37

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Jane Goodall died this week at the age of 91. To mark her exceptional life we are re-releasing our truly fantastic episode that was recorded at her family home in England over a year ago.. Jane recounts her journey from a curious child to activist, and her lifelong dedication to understanding and reshaping scientific views on animal behaviours. Jan…

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Too Jewish - 9/28/25 - Jeffrey Seller 54:54

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Jeffrey Seller, 4-time Tony Award winner, producer of "Hamilton," "Avenue Q," "Rent" and "In the Heights," author of the new memoir "Theater Kid"By Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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BARRY JONES: champion of humanity 49:27

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Barry Jones is an Australian polymath, politician, writer, lawyer and public intellectual. He gained fame in the 1960s by appearing in over 200 episodes of the quiz show 'Pick-a-Box'. His passion for humanitarian issues, inspired by witnessing poverty and suffering, led him to pursue a career in politics, where he played a significant role in aboli…

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Too Jewish - 9/21/25 - Professor Barry Strauss 54:54

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Professor Barry Strauss, author of the new book, "Jews vs Rome"By Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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MARTHA NUSSBAUM: the intersection of philosophy & justice 1:08:32

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philosopher Martha Nussbaum discusses the themes of human vulnerability, stoicism, and her capabilities approach to justice which extends to both humans and animals, advocating for broader perspectives in political and ethical considerations. Nussbaum also details the emotional and philosophical journey surrounding her daughter's illness and death,…

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Too Jewish - 9/14/25 - Abby Leibman 55:00

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Abby Leibman, Executive Director of MAZON, A Jewish Response to HungerBy Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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STEPHEN FRY: from rebellion to reverence 1:06:12

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Stephen Fry shares his personal evolution from a troubled youth to a celebrated intellectual and artist. His candid discussion covers his youthful indiscretions, and his journey towards self-acceptance during a time when being gay in England was fraught with stigma. Fry details his profound connection to literature, having been inspired by figures …

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Too Jewish - 9/7/25 - Mike Leven 54:53

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Mike Leven, founder of Jewish Future PromiseBy Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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ANNA MACHIN: the evolution of love 1:06:55

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Anna Machin is an evolutionary anthropologist and researcher at the University of Oxford, specialising in human relationships, fatherhood, and the science of love and bonding. Anna discusses the biological roots of attraction, the neurochemistry behind falling in love, and the evolutionary reasons for our romantic instincts. The conversation unpack…

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Too Jewish - 8/31/25 - Paul Levine 54:56

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Paul Levine, author "Midnight Burning, An Einstein-Chaplin Thriller"By Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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Too Jewish - 8/24/25 - Rabbi Bentzion Kravitz 54:54

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Rabbi Bentzion Kravitz, founder of Jews for Judaism, author of "Know What to Answer: When Someone Challenges Your Faith"By Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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Too Jewish - 8/17/25 - Naomi Nussbaum 54:54

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Naomi Nussbaum, Executive Director of OneFamily, which provides emotional, psychological, financial and legal support to bereaved families, severely wounded civilians and soldiers, and childrenBy Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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Too Jewish - 8/10/25 - Shirley Russek Wachtel 55:00

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Shirley Russek Wachtel, author of "The Baker of Lost Memories"By Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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Too Jewish - 8/3/25 - 23rd Anniversary of "Too Jewish Show" 54:55

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23rd Anniversary of "Too Jewish Show"; Shanna Fuld, host of the Israel Daily PodcastBy Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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ELLEN LANGER: question everything 1:19:31

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Ellen Langer is an influential American psychologist and social scientist who bridges mindfulness, aging, health, and decision-making. Dr. Langer's insights challenge conventional views on aging, health, and personal capabilities, promoting a more mindful and engaged approach to life & happiness. Ellen emphasises the importance of active engagement…

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Too Jewish - 7/27/25 - Too Jewish Summer Edition! 54:58

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Too Jewish Summer Edition!By Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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WAYNE HSIUNG: the legal challenges of animal liberation 1:26:29

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Wayne Hsiung is an animal‑rights and environmental activist. He co‑founded Direct Action Everywhere and focuses on “open rescue” efforts - publicly removing suffering animals from factory farms to provide them medical aid. Wayne recounts various direct action efforts and the legal battles stemming from these actions. Learn more about Wayne subscrib…

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Too Jewish - 7/20/25 - Walter B. Levis 54:54

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Walter B. Levis, author of "The Meaning of the Murder"By Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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DASHO DECHEN WANGMO: pandemics & politics 49:57

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Dasho Dechen Wangmo is a prominent Bhutanese public health leader and former Minister of Health, she has championed universal health coverage, mental health, and disease prevention, and gained international recognition as President of the 74th World Health Assembly, advocating for vaccine equity and global health solidarity. Dechen played a pivotal…

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Too Jewish - 7/13/25 - Sarika Talve-Goodman and Hannah Tinti 54:54

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Sarika Talve-Goodman and Hannah Tinti, co-editors of the late Adina Talve-Goodman's book, "Your Hearts, Your Scars"By Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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DEAN SPEARS: the depopulation of humanity 1:04:49

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Dean Spears is an economic demographer and development economist, co-author of After the Spike: Population, Progress, and the Case for People. Dean explores the future of global population trends, noting that depopulation is now the most likely scenario, and the inherent ethical considerations of reducing the population and the practical implicatio…

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Too Jewish - 7/6/25 - Jane Loeb Rubin 54:55

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Jane Loeb Rubin, author of "Over There"By Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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MEG SMAKER: artistic integrity & cancellation 1:15:11

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Meg Smaker is an American documentary filmmaker known for her immersive storytelling and exploration of complex global issues. Meg shares the impactful experiences from her life, including being kidnapped in Colombia, interacting with Somali pirates, and exploring motivations behind terrorism. Her most notable work is the 2022 feature documentary T…

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Too Jewish - 6/29/25 - Haley Cohen Gilliland 54:53

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Haley Cohen Gilliland, author of "A Flower Traveled in My Blood, the Incredible True Story of the Grandmothers in Argentina who Fought to Find a Stolen Generation of Children"By Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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TALI SHAROT: the optimism bias 1:03:31

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Cognitive neuroscientist Tali Sharot explores the role of optimism in our lives, examining why individuals often maintain personal hope despite collective anxiety. She explains the concept of optimism bias, how anticipation shapes happiness and memory. Learn more about the Digital Diet and download the chrome plug-in Keep up to date with Peter on S…

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Too Jewish - 6/22/25 - Nate Weisband 54:54

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Nate Weisband, from Israel on a Federation mission, stranded there during the Iran-Israel warBy Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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JOSHUA GREENE: uniting moral tribes 1:02:13

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Joshua Greene is an experimental psychologist and neuroscientist, and Professor of Psychology at Harvard University. Joshua shares insights into how evolutionary psychology underpins group cooperation and the challenges of expanding moral circles. Josh also reflects on his personal feelings of hope and commitment towards fostering a more unified an…

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Too Jewish - 6/15/25 - Thane Rosenbaum 54:57

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Thane Rosenbaum, author of "Beyond Proportionality: Israel's Just War in Gaza"By Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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Too Jewish - 6/8/25 - David Kraemer 54:55

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David Kraemer, Jewish Theological Seminary Librarian and author of the important new book "Embracing Exile, the Case for Jewish Diaspora"By Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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CYAN BANISTER: from homelessness to angel investor 1:13:11

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Cyan Banister is an angel investor and entrepreneur renowned for her early investments in transformative tech companies such as Uber, SpaceX, DeepMind, and Postmates. Banister's path to success was unconventional, she experienced homelessness as a teenager and dropped out of high school.Through self-education and determination, she became a self-ta…

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Too Jewish - 6/1/25 - Jean Ende 54:56

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Jean Ende, author of the debut novel "Houses of Detention"By Too Jewish with Rabbi Sam Cohon and Friends

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SLAVOJ ZIZEK: unleashed 1:24:12

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Slavoj Žižek is a Slovenian philosopher and cultural theorist known for his provocative blend of Marxism, Hegelian philosophy, and Lacanian psychoanalysis, he remains one of the most influential and polarising intellectuals in contemporary thought. Slajov gets into several complex and thought-provoking topics including but not limited to; the catas…

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CASS SUNSTEIN: the nudge towards a better future 1:03:27

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Cass Sunstein is a prominent American legal scholar, behavioural economist, and professor at Harvard Law School. Cass explores the concept of nudging and libertarian paternalism, addressing ethical concerns around manipulation and autonomy. He reflects on climate justice, the moral duties of high-emission countries, and global accountability in cli…

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LAWRENCE KRAUSS: our cosmic significance in an indifferent universe 1:06:43

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Lawrence Krauss is a theoretical physicist and cosmologist renowned for his work in particle physics, cosmology, and science communication. Krauss explores the idea of cosmic insignificance and the absence of inherent meaning in the universe, emphasising the importance of appreciating the rarity of life, whilst exploring fundamental questions about…

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RUTGER BREGMAN: the pursuit of moral ambition 1:09:55

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Rutger Bregman is a Dutch historian, author, and public intellectual renowned for his progressive ideas on social and economic reform. Rutger emphasises that living well means taking meaningful, practical action to address global issues—not just raising awareness. Drawing from his books Humankind and his initiative The School for Moral Ambition, he…

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ELIZABETH BARNES: the minority body and the ethics of disability 57:11

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Elizabeth Barnes is an author and Professor of philosophy at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, she reflects on her unconventional journey into philosophy, and her experience living with disabilities. Elizabeth questions conventional views on disability, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of wellbeing, and shares how philosophy…

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THOMAS NAGEL: the mind and the universe 1:03:24

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Thomas Nagel is an American philosopher known for exploring consciousness, ethics, and the limits of scientific explanation. He is best known for his essay "What Is It Like to Be a Bat?" and his critique of materialism in Mind and Cosmos. Thomas discusses how he was drawn to philosophy, he elaborates on the major themes of his work, especially the …

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ARTHUR C. BROOKS: the pillars of happiness 1:15:40

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Arthur C. Brooks is an author and academic, he has written 13 books and is a columnist for the Atlantic with 'How to Build a Life' Arthur leads this discussion exploring the concept of happiness from interdisciplinary perspectives, bridging philosophy, neuroscience, and behavioural science. Happiness is defined through the components of enjoyment, …

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ANTONIO DAMASIO: understanding consciousness 1:08:43

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Antonio Damasio is a neuroscientist renowned for his extensive research into the neural underpinnings of emotions, decision-making, and consciousness Antonio reflects on his groundbreaking work on the brain, the impact of brain injuries on behaviour, and the connection between physical states and mental processes. Antonio speaks on the ethical impl…

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SIGAL SAMUEL: optimising morality 1:01:30

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Sigal Samuel is a writer, editor, and journalist known for her work on religion, technology, and ethics. Sigal shares her value-driven approach to life, offering insights into moral decision-making, ethical giving, and the complexities of modern ethical dilemmas. Through her work in philosophical ethics and her advice column at Vox 'Your Mileage Ma…

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DAVID DUCHOVNY: the mystery of life 58:49

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David Duchovny is an actor, writer, director, and musician, best known for his iconic role as FBI Special Agent Fox Mulder in The X-Files, a sci-fi series that became a cultural phenomenon in the 1990s. David explores the fine line between conspiracy and reality, the ethics of innovation, and the spiritual dimensions of human existence. How do we b…

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MICHAEL PLANT: insights on happiness 51:05

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Michael Plant is the founding director of the Happier Lives Institute, he discusses the concept of happiness, its definitions, and global wellbeing. Michael shares insights from the newly released 2025 World Happiness Report, highlighting effective charities and the role of global happiness in public policy. Read the 2025 World Happiness Report Lea…

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ANNA LEMBKE: the dopamine dilemma 1:01:14

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Dr. Anna Lembke is professor of psychiatry at Stanford University and author of Dopamine Nation. Anna explores the intricacies of addiction, compulsive overconsumption, the role of dopamine in pleasure and motivation, and the ethical considerations surrounding free will and responsibility in addiction. Learn more about Anna Lembke and read her book…

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ROBERT SAPOLSKY: biological determinism 1:04:05

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Robert Sapolsky is an academic, author, neuroscientist, and primatologist, who has studied wild baboons in Kenya over a 25 year period. Robert explores how stress and social hierarchies affect baboon health and behaviour and how these findings parallel human experiences in societal structures. Sapolsky discusses the philosophical implications of bi…

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SAFEENA HUSAIN: the movement to educate girls 50:48

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Safeena Husain is the founder of Educate Girls – a non-profit organisation that is focussed on mobilising communities for girls’ education in India’s rural areas. Safeena discusses the critical importance of combating deep-rooted cultural and patriarchal biases in favour of girls' educations, and the widespread issue of 122 million girls globally n…

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PROFIT FOR GOOD: building businesses that donate 100% of their profits to charity 1:12:55

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Adam McCurdie and Josh Ross, founders of Humanitix, and Alex Amouyel, CEO of Newman's Own Foundation talk about whether the example their companies set can transform capitalism. Find out more about Newman's Own Find out more about Humanitix Keep up to date with Peter on Substack Keep up to date with Kasia! Executive Producer: Rachel Barrett Thanks …