Modern Wisdom

Life is hard. This podcast will help. Lessons from the greatest thinkers on the planet with Chris Williamson. Including guests like David Goggins, Dr Jordan Peterson, Sam Harris, Jocko Willink, Dr Andrew Huberman, Dr Julie Smith, Steven Bartlett, Ryan Holiday, James Clear, Robert Greene, Matthew McConaughey, Steven Pinker, Alex Hormozi, Douglas Murray, Chris Bumstead, Mark Manson and more.

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#930 - 3.5M Q&A - Dating Famous People, Naval Reflections, & Marrying Douglas Murray

I hit 3.5 million Subscribers on YouTube!! To celebrate, I asked for questions from YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram, so here’s another 90 minutes of me trying to answer as many as possible. Expect to learn what it is like dating semi-famous people, what I think of the new Sleep Token songs, if I am finally getting a new haircut, reflections from the Naval interview and who is up next on my "Mount Rushmore" for podcast guests, how I grew my forearms, tips for being kinder to yourself and much mor...

Apr 19, 2025•2 hr 30 min•Ep. 930

#929 - Rob Henderson - The Psychology Of What Women Want

Rob Henderson holds a PhD in psychology from the University of Cambridge and is a Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute. Who holds the power in modern dating? With growing gender divides and political polarization, it’s no wonder dating feels harder than ever. So, how did we get here, and what’s the way forward? Expect to learn why political division between the sexes has grown so wide, if this is a reaction to the growing sex ratio imbalance of socioeconomically successful women compared to ...

Apr 17, 2025•2 hr 34 min•Ep. 929

#928 - Douglas Murray - Why Has The World Gone Insane?

Douglas Murray is a journalist, author and associate editor of The Spectator. Some see The West in decline, others believe we're entering a bold, uncharted era of opportunity. So how do we preserve the foundations of the West while also protecting the cultural values that make it worth saving? Expect to learn what Douglas thinks of Trump's first few months in office, Douglas’ advice for the democratic party if they want to win in the upcoming elections, why the Trump-Zelensky meeting was disappo...

Apr 14, 2025•2 hr 57 min•Ep. 928

#927 - Annaka Harris - Unpacking The Mystery Of Consciousness

Annaka Harris is an author, editor, and speaker focused on neuroscience and consciousness. What does it mean to be conscious? What is consciousness? These questions have puzzled humanity for millennia. Despite our greatest scientific breakthroughs and philosophical efforts, are we any closer to understanding the origins and true nature of consciousness? Expect to learn the most unsettling idea about consciousness that keeps Annaka up at night, if consciousness is behind our eyes, if love is a 3-...

Apr 12, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 927

#926 - Ty Tashiro - How To Find The Love Of Your Life

Ty Tashiro is a psychologist, author, and relationship expert. Searching for love can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to find the right person. So what traits should we actually seek out, or avoid, and how can we give ourselves the best chance of finding our person? Expect to learn why happily ever after is so hard to find, why people have difficulty envisioning their romantic future, why we only get 3 wishes for our partner, the biggest mistakes people make when choosing a long...

Apr 10, 2025•2 hr 52 min•Ep. 926

#925 - Joe Hudson - 23 Lessons For Being Kinder To Yourself

Joe Hudson is a coach, entrepreneur and a podcast host. Before you try to change the world, make sure your own “bed is made”. It's often the most crucial first step in any personal growth journey. But how do we navigate the thoughts, feelings, and emotions that inevitably arise as we work to become better versions of ourselves? Expect to learn why it might be a problem to become too self-reliant, what people get wrong with obsessing over productivity as they grow in their careers, how can we dea...

Apr 07, 2025•2 hr 24 min•Ep. 925

#924 - William Costello - What Netflix’s “Adolescence” Got Wrong

William Costello dissects Netflix's "Adolescence," examining its portrayal of incel-related violence and its accuracy. He critiques the show's representation of the manosphere, its potential impact on policy, and the mental health aspects often overlooked. Costello also explores broader issues of masculinity, role models, and the complexities of the mating market, offering a nuanced perspective on the series and its real-world implications.

Apr 05, 2025•2 hr 37 min•Ep. 924