The Jordan Harbinger Show

Chris Ryan challenges the "Neo-Hobbesian" narrative that civilization rescued humanity from a brutish past, arguing that modernity actually caused many diseases and social ills.

Emad Mostak, founder of Stability AI, argues that within 1,000 days, AI will make human jobs economically irrelevant by replacing white-collar workers with digital twins that think 1,000 times faster.

Jordan Harbinger and Nick Pell debunk the myth that private equity is the primary cause of the US housing crisis, noting it owns less than 4% of single-family homes.

Jordan Harbinger promotes the "What Could Go Right" podcast, which offers a balanced, optimistic perspective on politics, economics, and technology.

Jordan Harbinger shares recent travel stories from China, including a humorous Lego dispute and a graphic account of a pedicure gone wrong.

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In this episode of Skeptical Sunday, Jordan Harbinger and researcher Jessica Nguyen examine the myths, power structures, and global scale of female genital mutilation (FGM).

Jordan Harbinger and producer Gabe Misrahi discuss Gabe’s trip to Barcelona, focusing on his intense hot yoga routine and the city’s vibrant neighborhood festivals.

Jordan Harbinger promotes the "What Could Go Right" podcast, hosted by Zachary and Emma, as a balanced alternative to doom-filled news.

Jordan Harbinger interviews Sean Hemian, a former Mormon turned meth dealer and federal informant, about his descent into addiction.

Jordan Harbinger and Nick Pell debunk the "alpha male" myth, tracing its flawed origins to a discredited study of captive wolves.

Jordan Harbinger and producer Gabriel Masrahi discuss Gabe’s stay at a rustic Spanish ranch with no running water, where he observes local hunting and eco-friendly architecture.

Jordan Harbinger interviews happiness researcher Sonja Lyubomirsky, author of *How to Feel Loved*, about the gap between being loved and feeling it.

Jordan Harbinger and guest Jessica Wynn debunk myths surrounding dairy and plant-based milks, analyzing their nutritional profiles, environmental impacts, and marketing narratives.

Jordan and Gabe advise a listener whose in-laws stole their house via a quitclaim deed to sue for breach of contract, emphasizing the need for written agreements.

Peter Zion joins Jordan Harbinger to discuss how cheap, autonomous drones are rewriting combat rules in Ukraine and exposing US interceptor shortages.

Jordan Harbinger and Nick Pell explore the history and modern revival of trepanation, the practice of drilling holes in the skull.

Jordan Harbinger and Gabriel Mizrahi discuss a listener’s dilemma involving a massage therapist who fraudulently used his wife’s license and sexually assaulted clients.

Jordan Harbinger interviews author Annie Jacobson about her new thriller detailing a genetically modified plague weapon designed to induce euphoria for maximum transmission.

Jordan Harbinger and Jessica Wynn debunk gut health myths, distinguishing legitimate gut-brain science from predatory wellness marketing.

Jordan and Gabe address a listener’s brother-in-law, Tommy, who is being financially and emotionally exploited by his manipulative girlfriend, Jane,…

Jordan Harbinger interviews Dr.

Jordan and Gabe discuss a family crisis involving a 13-year-old niece’s allegation of past sexual abuse by her cousin, exploring the complexities of trauma, memory, and family dynamics.

Jordan Harbinger interviews linguist Danny Bate to explore the 4,000-year history of the alphabet, tracing its origins from Egyptian hieroglyphs to the Latin script.

Jordan Harbinger shares observations from his trip to China, including cultural quirks and abandoned construction projects, while recounting a serendipitous meeting with a former guest.

Jordan Harbinger interviews journalists Nathan Paul Southern and Lindsey Kennedy about the evolution of Southeast Asian scam compounds into multinational criminal empires.

Jordan Harbinger and Nick Pell debunk breakfast cereal myths, tracing its origins to Dr.

Jordan Harbinger shares anecdotes from his trip to Yunnan, China, highlighting the region’s dangerous mushroom foraging culture and an intense,…

Jordan Harbinger interviews Dr.

Jordan Harbinger and comedian Michael Regilio explore the history and psychology of tipping culture, tracing its roots from Tudor England to its use in maintaining racial hierarchies post-Civil War.

Jordan Harbinger and Gabriel Mizrahi discuss Jordan’s recent travels in China and Taiwan, highlighting cultural quirks like public spitting, 24-hour spas, and the global craze for Trader Joe’s bags.

Jordan Harbinger interviews art detective Arthur Brand, who recovers stolen masterpieces and Nazi-looted treasures.

Jordan and Gabe discuss a listener’s brother who accidentally sent an explicit text, prompting advice on navigating family loyalty and privacy.

Jordan Harbinger interviews tech journalist Joanna Stern about her year-long experiment integrating AI into every aspect of her life, from humanoid robots to AI therapists.

Jordan Harbinger and Jessica Wynn debunk alcohol myths, revealing it as a Group 1 carcinogen with no safe consumption level.

Jordan and Gabe discuss a listener’s depressed stepson, advising empathy over pressure to help him find internal motivation.

Jordan Harbinger interviews linguist Valerie Friedland to explore how accents function as social signals and influence perception.

Jordan Harbinger and Nick Pell dissect the hidden dangers of medical tourism, revealing how cheap cosmetic procedures abroad often lead to severe complications and legal voids.

Jordan Harbinger and producer Gabriel Mizrahi recap recent episodes on constraints and cybercrime before Gabriel shares a harrowing story from Chile,…

Jordan Harbinger interviews Dr.

Jordan Harbinger interviews David Epstein, author of *Inside the Box*, to explore how constraints like deadlines and limited resources actually boost creativity and focus.

Jordan Harbinger and Jessica Nguyen explore the dark reality behind the avocado industry, revealing how cartel violence, deforestation, and water scarcity fuel global demand.