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The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway · August 6, 2026 · 1h 9m

Sam Harris on The Democrats’ Far-Left Problem

Sam Harris, Scott Galloway

Scott Galloway speaks with neuroscientist and philosopher Sam Harris about why social media rewards political extremism, how our devices have made sustained attention nearly impossible, and why reclaiming control of our minds may be the key to a happier life. They also discuss the erosion of trust in expertise, the dangers of the AI arms race, and why Democrats need to draw a clearer line against the far left.

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Canon

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Devices destroy sustained attention; reclaiming the mind is key to happiness
Harris explains that our phones and apps fragment what little attention we have, and that training the mind through meditation can restore the capacity for focus and improve well-being.
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Highlights

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Erosion of trust in expertise
The conversation touched on how faith in experts and institutions has collapsed, making it harder to address complex societal problems.
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Editorial

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Social media rewards political extremism
Harris argues that social media platforms are designed to amplify extreme positions because they generate the most engagement.
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Dangers of the AI arms race
Harris warns that uncontrolled competition to develop advanced AI could lead to disastrous outcomes.
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Democrats must distance themselves from the far left
Harris contends that the Democratic Party needs a clearer boundary against far-left positions to remain competitive with moderate voters.
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