Rutger Bregman
Rutger Bregman appears in 1 indexed podcast episode across 1 show on PodcastMentions, with linked books, timestamps, and episode context.
About Rutger Bregman
Rutger Bregman is a Dutch historian and author, known for his best-selling books that explore societal issues and human potential. He is also the co-founder of The School for Moral Ambition, an organization focused on empowering idealists to address major global challenges.
Track Rutger Bregman appearances on Modern Wisdom. Linked books include Bullshit Jobs and Chimpanzee Politics.
Books mentioned around this guest
These books appear in episodes featuring Rutger Bregman; a guest is not necessarily the speaker or recommender.

1 mention in episodes featuring Rutger Bregman

1 mention in episodes featuring Rutger Bregman
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Which podcast episodes feature Rutger Bregman?
#181 - Rutger Bregman - Humankind: Are We Good Or Evil? on Modern Wisdom is the latest indexed appearance for Rutger Bregman.
Which podcasts feature Rutger Bregman most?
Modern Wisdom (1 episode) are the strongest indexed podcast homes for Rutger Bregman.
Which books are mentioned around Rutger Bregman?
Bullshit Jobs by David Graeber, Chimpanzee Politics by Frans de Waal, and Humankind by Rutger Bregman are the clearest linked books around Rutger Bregman, based on transcript mentions across the indexed episodes.
What does Rutger Bregman discuss on podcasts?
Track Rutger Bregman appearances on Modern Wisdom. Linked books include Bullshit Jobs and Chimpanzee Politics.
Source moments
Indexed context
The host mentioned 'Utopia for Realists' while discussing the serendipitous nature of his research journey. He was promoting this book during a tour in Australia, which coincidentally led him to uncover an intriguing story about shipwrecked children.
Indexed context
The host mentions 'Lord of the Flies' to illustrate the pervasive belief that human nature is inherently selfish, especially during crises. This reference serves to contrast with emerging scientific perspectives that emphasize human cooperation and friendliness.
Indexed context
The host mentions 'Humankind' to highlight a shift in scientific perspectives regarding human nature, moving from cynicism to a more hopeful view of humanity's cooperative abilities. This book challenges long-standing beliefs about selfishness and promotes the idea that trust and cooperation can lead to a more egalitarian society.
Indexed context
The host discusses the contrasting views of Thomas Hobbes and Jean Jacques Rousseau regarding human nature and civilization. Rousseau's perspective is highlighted as a radical challenge to the traditional belief that civilization is inherently beneficial.







