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Jordan B Peterson

Hosted by Jordan B Peterson

A Canadian clinical psychologist and professor emeritus delivers dense, university-style lectures on psychology, mythology, and philosophy.

The brief

This podcast is an archive of Jordan Peterson's extensive work as a public speaker and academic. The episodes are primarily solo lectures delivered to large audiences or for his courses, exploring the psychological underpinnings of mythology, religion, and political belief. He synthesizes concepts from thinkers like Jung and Dostoevsky with biblical stories and clinical practice to build a framework for finding meaning and taking personal responsibility.

The show's defining feature is its synthesis of clinical psychology and neuroscience with deep analysis of ancient myths and religious texts, particularly the Bible. Unlike most podcasts, its core content consists of long-form, solo academic lectures, not interviews or casual discussions.
— What makes it distinctive
§1 · The host

Who hosts this show

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson is a Canadian clinical psychologist, author, and professor emeritus of psychology at the University of Toronto. After teaching at Harvard University, he returned to Canada and taught at the University of Toronto from 1998 until his retirement in 2021. His podcast primarily features recordings of his public lectures, university courses, and book tours, where he explores psychology, mythology, religion, and philosophy.

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Credentials & credits

  • Professor Emeritus of Psychology, University of Toronto
  • PhD in Clinical Psychology, McGill University
  • Former Associate Professor of Psychology, Harvard University
  • Author of 'Maps of Meaning', '12 Rules for Life', and 'Beyond Order'
  • Co-founder, Peterson Academy
  • Chancellor, Ralston College

Other ventures

  • Peterson Academy (online education platform)
  • Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (ARC) (co-founder)
  • DailyWire+ (content partnership)
  • Author of multiple international bestselling books
  • ExamCorp (Vice-President)
§2 · Classification

What kind of podcast

§3 · Cadence & catalog

When new episodes drop

Publishing rate
~2/month
Not shown by Apple / Spotify
Total episodes
1.5K
Last episode
6 days ago
Jun 24, 2026
Status
Active
§3b · Editor's picks

Notable episodes

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  1. 01
    The Sermon on the Mount | Lecture One (Official) | Peterson Academy

    A representative example of Peterson's method of applying psychological and philosophical analysis to a foundational biblical text.

  2. 02
    The Problem That Won’t Let You Go

    This lecture showcases his use of literary analysis (Dostoevsky's 'The Brothers Karamazov') to explore the problem of suffering and the concept of 'wrestling with God'.

  3. 03
    Maps of Meaning | Lecture One (Official) | Peterson Academy

    An introduction to the core ideas from his first book, which established his framework for analyzing belief systems by combining mythology, religion, and neuroscience.

§4 · Signature

What you'll be asked on this show

How Jordan B Peterson interviews

This is overwhelmingly a solo-lecture show, not an interview-based podcast. Peterson delivers long-form, academic-style lectures, often standing on a stage. He builds his arguments methodically, drawing on a vast range of sources from clinical psychology, mythology, Dostoevsky, and the Bible. He uses rhetorical questions to engage the audience but does not typically feature conversational partners in the episodes analyzed.

The podcast's primary format is the solo lecture, often recorded live on tour or for his Peterson Academy courses. Peterson's delivery is that of a university professor: dense, systematic, and filled with academic and literary references. While the channel includes some interviews and Q&A episodes (like the 'Answer the Call' segment), the vast majority of the content is Peterson speaking alone on a stage.

Signature segments

  • · Psychological interpretations of Biblical stories
  • · Analysis of Dostoevsky's novels
  • · Exploring the dichotomy of Order and Chaos
  • · Lectures from live tours and university courses
  • · Content from Peterson Academy courses

Topics covered repeatedly

PsychologyPhilosophyMythologyReligionThe BiblePersonal ResponsibilityMeaningOrder and ChaosLiterary AnalysisMorality
§6 · Channels & links

Where to find this show

§7 · Stats

Audience & reach

YouTube · first-party
Subscribers
8.8M
8,850,000
Avg views / video
346K
Trailing window
Total views
1B
1,025,887,917
Videos published
1,499
Sponsor readEstimated

The podcast heavily promotes Dr. Peterson's own ventures, particularly the Peterson Academy, an online learning platform he co-founded. It also has a distribution partnership with DailyWire+ for exclusive and ad-free content.

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§8 · Contact

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§9b · FAQ

People also ask

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What is Jordan Peterson's full name?
His full name is Jordan Bernt Peterson.
Is The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast still active?
Yes, the podcast regularly releases lectures from his extensive tour and course archives, as well as other content.
What is the show's format?
The show is primarily composed of solo lectures from Dr. Peterson's public tours and academic courses. It also includes some interviews and Q&A-style episodes.
What is Peterson Academy?
Peterson Academy is an unaccredited online education platform co-founded by Jordan Peterson, offering university-style courses from various instructors.
How can I ask Dr. Peterson a question for the show?
Some episodes are part of an 'Answer The Call' series, which invites listeners to submit questions via a link provided in the episode description.
Where can I listen to the podcast?
The podcast is available on YouTube, DailyWire+ (for ad-free and bonus content), and major audio podcast platforms.
Last updatedJun 29, 2026Not yet host-verified
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§9c · Methodology

Sources & how this page was built

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  1. [01]Official Websitejordanbpeterson.com
  2. [02]Jordan Peterson - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
  3. [03]Peterson Academypetersonacademy.com
  4. [04]Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (ARC)arcforum.com
  5. [05]Jordan B. Peterson - Professor Emeritusindependent.org
  6. [06]List of Books by Jordan B. Petersonbarnesandnoble.com
  7. [07]About - Jordan Petersonjordanbpeterson.com
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