Humanism Now | Secular Ethics, Curiosity and Compassionate Change

Humanism Now is the weekly podcast for everyone curious, interested or actively engaged in secular humanism. Each Sunday, host James Hodgson—founder of Humanise Live—welcomes scientists, philosophers, activists, authors, entrepreneurs and community leaders who are challenging the status quo and building a fairer, kinder world.

Together we unpack today’s toughest ethical questions—using reason and compassion instead of dogma—and champion universal human rights and flourishing. Expect in-depth interviews on today's pressing issues, from climate action, protecting freedoms, equality & justice to AI ethics and cosmic wonder. Every episode delivers practical take-aways for living an ethical, purpose-driven life while discovering more about ourselves, others and the universe.

Whether you’re a lifelong secular humanist or simply curious about a naturalistic worldview, hit follow for insight-packed conversations that challenge ideas, celebrate human potential and inspire positive change. Join our global community working toward a fairer, kinder and more rational world—for this generation and the next.

Guest

Rebecca Goldstein

Rebecca Newberger Goldstein is an award-winning philosopher and novelist. She holds a PhD in philosophy from Princeton and taught philosophy of science, mind and mathematics at Barnard College.

Her books include The Mind-Body Problem, Incompleteness: The Proof and Paradox of Kurt Godel, Betraying Spinoza, 36 Arguments for the Existence of God, and Plato at the Googleplex.

Her latest book, The Mattering Instinct: How Our Deepest Longing Drives Us and Divides Us, explores what it means to matter and how that need shapes human life.

She is a MacArthur Fellow, a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and was awarded the National Humanities Medal by President Obama in 2015. She has also been named Humanist of the Year by the American Humanist Association.

https://rebeccagoldstein.com/

Guest appearance on:

84. The Mattering Instinct with Rebecca Goldstein