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Steven Pinker

A Canadian-American experimental psychologist, cognitive scientist, linguist and author of popular science writings. He is a Harvard College Professor of Psychology at Harvard University and is known for his advocacy of evolutionary psychology.

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The Great Debate: Can Science Tell Us Right from Wrong? (FULL)

The Great Debate: Can Science Tell Us Right from Wrong? (FULL) On November 6th, 2010 a panel of renowned scientists, philosophers, and public intellectuals gathered to discuss what impact evolutionary theory and advances in neuroscience might have on traditional concepts of morality. If human morality is an evolutionary adaptation and if neuroscientists can identify specific brain circuitry governing moral judgment, can scientists determine what is, in fact, right and wrong? The panelists were psychologist Steven Pinker, author Sam Harris, philosopher Patricia Churchland, physicist Lawrence Krauss, philosopher Simon Blackburn, bioethicist Peter Singer and The Science Network's Roger Bingham. Jan 12, 2013 2:48 PM

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Steven Pinker: Language as a Window into Human Nature

Steven Pinker: Language as a Window into Human Nature Pinker explores how the mind works by examining the way we use words. By looking closely at everyday speech, he paints a vivid picture of the thoughts and emotions that populate our mental lives. User: Pantufas Feb 10, 2011 9:54 AM

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Colbert Report: Steven Pinker

Colbert Report: Steven Pinker Steven Pinker tells Stephen what he learned about himself by investigating his own genome. From The Colbert Report with Stephen Colbert. Feb 12, 2009 10:58 PM

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Ted Talks: Steven Pinker: Chalking It up to the Blank Slate

Ted Talks: Steven Pinker: Chalking It up to the Blank Slate http://www.ted.com Steven Pinker's book The Blank Slate argues that all humans are born with some innate traits. Here, Pinker talks about his thesis, and why some people found it incredibly upsetting. Oct 7, 2008 3:19 PM

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TED Talks: A Brief History of Violence

TED Talks: A Brief History of Violence http://www.ted.com - In a preview of his next book, Steven Pinker takes on violence. We live in violent times, an era of heightened warfare, genocide and senseless crime. Or so we've come to believe. Pinker charts a history of violence from Biblical times through the present, and says modern society has a little less to feel guilty about. Dec 3, 2007 1:25 AM

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Steven Pinker

Steven Pinker A Canadian-American experimental psychologist, cognitive scientist, linguist and author of popular science writings. He is a Harvard College Professor of Psychology at Harvard University and is known for his advocacy of evolutionary psychology.

Sam Harris

Sam Harris An American non-fiction writer and proponent of scientific skepticism.

RSA Animate

RSA Animate In the light of new challenges and opportunities for the human race, the RSA seeks to develop and promote new ways of thinking about human fulfilment and social progress.

TEDTalks

TEDTalks An annual conference held in Monterey, California and semi-annually in other cities around the world. TED describes itself as a "group of remarkable people that gather to exchange ideas of incalculable value".

Subculture

Subculture A set of people with a set of behaviors and beliefs, which could be distinct or hidden, that differentiate them from the larger culture to which they belong.

The Colbert Report

The Colbert Report An American satirical television program that parodies personality-driven political pundit programs, particularly Fox News' The O'Reilly Factor. Stars Stephen Colbert.

Stephen Colbert

Stephen Colbert An American comedian, satirist, actor, and writer, known for his satirical style, portrayal of uninformed opinion leaders, and deadpan comedic delivery. TV credits include: The Dana Carvey Show, Strangers with Candy, The Daily Show, The Colbert Report.

Science

Science A body of techniques for investigating phenomena and acquiring new knowledge -- as well as for correcting and integrating previous knowledge -- based on gathering observable, empirical, measurable evidence, subject to specific principles of reasoning.

Comedy Central

Comedy Central An American cable television and satellite television channel that carries predominantly comedy programming, both original and syndicated.

Celebrities

Celebrities Widely-recognized or famous people who command a high degree of public and media attention.

Politics

Politics The processes, methods and tactics by which groups of people formulate decisions and apply policy.

Humor

Humor The tendency of particular cognitive experiences to provoke laughter and provide amusement.

Television

Television Audiovisual media, including television, is the second most effective means of communication available to the psychological operator. These media are an excellent means of transmitting persuasive messages and eliciting a high degree of recall. -- US Army

Video Clips

Video Clips The technology of electronically capturing, recording, processing, storing, transmitting, and reconstructing a sequence of still images representing scenes in motion.

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