Sam Harris: hero
This guy is my new personal hero. I’m a little upset that I’m just learning about him now.
Sam Harris is a philosopher, student, a PhD in neuroscience, and author who is a strong proponent of scientific skepticism (among other things).
Start with this video, and if you get hooked (as I am sure you will), watch this one. Make sure you have a hat on (or maybe a helmet!), to hold in your blown-out-mind.
While you’re at it, watch some of the other amazing videos on TED’s site.