Ask Me Anything #10

In his book "God is Not Great", Christopher Hitchens wrote very critically of meditation. Did you ever try to convince him that he was wrong? What is the ethical response to homeless people asking for money?What is your view of prostitution and pornography? Should they be legal?What podcasts do you personally listen to?You seem to neglect economics. Have you considered having more economists on your show?What is your process of developing your opinion on a new subject?What are your thoughts on the ethics of universal health care and a social safety net?How should we challenge our own beliefs in an ongoing way?How can the concept of “metaphorical truth” be reconciled with science?What are your thoughts on the ethics of suicide?You seem to be very good at emotional self-regulation, but is it possible to take this too far?You have said that moderate religion provides cover for religious extremism, could the same be said about your criticism of Islam, that it provides cover for bigotry against Muslims as people?How do you speak so eloquently?What is your view on living a solitary life?How would you compare the ethics of adoption versus having one’s own biological children?As a neuroscientist and father, what are your rules for your kids’ screen time?