Ricky calls Sam to ask why we dream. They discuss why puns are terrible and explore some of the mechanics of comedy. Get access to the other 10 episodes at https://absolutelymental.com

S1 EP 1: Why do we dream?

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In this new audio series, the Golden Globe- and Emmy-winning actor, director, and writer Ricky Gervais phones his favorite smart friend, the neuroscientist and philosopher Sam Harris, to ask some very important questions...and some not-so-important ones.

Gervais and Harris contemplate the wonders of science and the chaos of modern life while having many good laughs.

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Ricky and Sam discuss the morality of lying, including white lies, Santa Claus, and the best excuse to get out of a party.

S3 EP 7: Why do we lie?

Golden Globe- and Emmy-winning actor, director, and writer Ricky Gervais and his favorite smart friend, neuroscientist and philosopher Sam Harris, are back again - this time for Season 3.

Season Three is Available Now

   Ricky and Sam discuss the mechanics of hypnosis and the possibility of a “truth serum.” They also condemn swallowing live frogs at parties. Get access to all 10 full episodes at https://absolutelymental.com    

S2 EP 2: How does hypnosis work?

   We care about what happens after we die... but why? Ricky and Sam kick off season two by discussing our desire to leave the earth better than we found it. Ricky officially denounces Satan. Get access to all 10 full episodes at https://absolutelymental.com    

S2 EP 1: Why do we care about the future of humanity?

Golden Globe and Emmy-winning actor, director, and writer Ricky Gervais and his favorite smart friend, neuroscientist and philosopher Sam Harris, are back at it and this season Absolutely Mental is going deeper. Get access to all 10 full episodes at https://absolutelymental.com  

S1 EP 1: Why do we dream?

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