#149 — The Problem of Addiction

Sam Harris speaks with Kathryn Paige Harden about behavioral genetics, moral luck, and the problem of blame. They discuss Harden's book Original Sin, the controversy over Charles Murray and Ezra Klein, why behavioral genetics remains taboo, the meaning of heritability, nature and ...  Show more

Sam Harris speaks with Siddhartha Mukherjee about the science of cancer. They discuss the updated edition of The Emperor of All Maladies, whether cancer is one disease or many, why prevention is so hard, inflammation and air pollution as carcinogens, the myth that cell phones cau ...  Show more

Each year, the horrors of addiction claim thousands of lives -- but what if some substances can break the cycle of drug abuse? Join Ben and Matt to learn more about hallucinogens and addiction.

The news of Demi Lovato’s overdose reignited a national conversation about the enduring struggle of addiction and relapse — an often dangerous cycle that can end in tragedy for many people who struggle with substance abuse.In this episode, Dr. Oz sat down with renowned psychologi ...  Show more

Whether you've personally faced addiction, supported a loved one through their struggles, or simply want to better understand the complexities of recovery, this episode is for you. Together, we'll explore the emotional and practical challenges of breaking free from addiction, inc ...  Show more

This episode covers drug addiction.

Written notes can be found at https://zerotofinals.com/moremedicine/psychiatry/drugaddiction/ or in the psychiatry section of the Zero to Finals More Medi ...