Jonathan Haidt
Mentioned in 40 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A social psychologist at NYU, Haidt is primarily known for authoring *The Anxious Generation*, which examines social media's impact on youth mental health and advocates for phone bans and age restrictions. His research on smartphone effects, digital overprotection, and anxiety in Gen Z is frequently cited across podcasts to inform discussions on technology policy, child development, and societal mental health trends. He has influenced real-world policy, including Australian legislation on social media age limits, and collaborated with researchers like Dacher Keltner on understanding psychological concepts like awe.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Left To Their Own Devices · Apr 7, 2026
In conversation with Jonathan Haidt, author of The Anxious Generation
“Author of The Anxious Generation; leading advocate for social media restrictions under 16 and attention-based harm framework”
Modern Wisdom · Apr 2, 2026
#1079 - Tristan Harris - AI Expert Warns: “This Is The Last Mistake We’ll Ever Make”
“Wrote 'The Anxious Generation'; documented social media harms; cited Australia's social media ban as coordination catalyst”
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard · Apr 1, 2026
Michael Pollan Returns (on consciousness)
“Moral psychologist whose research links disgust sensitivity to political ideology and values”
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · Mar 27, 2026
Anthropic's Generational Run, OpenAI Panics, AI Moats, Meta Loses Lawsuits
“Referenced for research on social media's impact on children and mental health”
Good Life Project · Mar 26, 2026
Arthur Brooks: Meaning in Midlife & Beyond
“Research on moral beauty and physiological responses to witnessing acts of virtue”
Modern Wisdom · Mar 14, 2026
#1071 - Bill Gurley - If You Hate Your Job, This is How to Start Over
“Discussed education as 'resume arms race'; advocates for play and exploration in childhood”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Mar 9, 2026
3 Steps to Embracing Your Fears
“Author of 'The Anxious Generation'; cited for research on safetyism culture and parental overprotection stunting child development”
Passion Struck with John R. Miles · Feb 24, 2026
How to Make Your Child Feel Seen: The Science of Mattering | Gordon Flett – EP 733
“Referenced regarding generational impact of not elevating mattering sooner in youth development frameworks”
Consider This from NPR · Feb 21, 2026
Why did NPR build an archive of January 6th documents?
“Author of 'The Anxious Generation' whose work on social media harms was mentioned in podcast promotional content”
Focus on the Family with Jim Daly · Feb 20, 2026
Eight Critical Needs Every Mother of Young Boys Should Know (Part 2 of 2)
“Author of 'The Anxious Generation' cited for research on overprotection of children in real world and underprotection online”
PBD Podcast · Feb 17, 2026
Dr. Rhonda Patrick: Fasting, Creatine, Brain Performance & Longevity Breakthroughs | PBD #740
“Author of 'The Anxious Generation'; recommended for discussion on social media effects on youth mental health”
Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin · Feb 11, 2026
BIll Gurley
“Author of 'The Anxious Generation' about social media's impact on children; cited in discussion of 'move fast and break things'”
The Joe Rogan Experience · Feb 6, 2026
#2450 - Tommy Wood
“Author of 'The Anxious Generation'; cited for research on social media's negative impact on young people's mental health”
The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe · Feb 3, 2026
468: Thomas Tull—Adjacent to Greatness
“Social psychologist; referenced regarding AI as tool and broader societal anxiety about technology”
Huberman Lab · Feb 2, 2026
How Dopamine & Serotonin Shape Decisions, Motivation & Learning | Dr. Read Montague
“Author of 'The Anxious Generation' studying social media's impact on youth mental health”
Pleasure Project: Sex and Relationships · Feb 1, 2026
Anxiety & Intimacy w/ Dr. Shreya Hessler | Szn. 4 Ep. 10
“Author of 'The Anxious Generation' cited for research on overprotection and underprotection in digital spaces affecting Gen Z”
the goop podcast · Jan 27, 2026
Scott Galloway
“Scholar cited as influential researcher on phone use and mental health impacts on young people”
Good Inside with Dr. Becky · Jan 27, 2026
Screens without Shame: Jonathan Haidt and Catherine Price
“Author of 'The Anxious Generation'; social psychologist at NYU studying smartphone impact on Gen Z mental health and attention”
Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey · Jan 23, 2026
Ep 1292 | Ben Gillenwater | Cybersecurity Expert Reveals Shocking Truth About Parental Controls
“Researcher cited for work on screen size effects on children's attention and development; discussed in context of device-related harms”
Call Her Daddy · Jan 21, 2026
Michelle Obama: We Still Go High
“Expert cited on social media's impact on youth mental health and depression”
The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast · Jan 20, 2026
1KHO 685: Kids Are Not Content | Sarah Adams, Mom Uncharted
“Wrote 'The Anxious Generation' (2024); documented mental health ramifications of social media on youth”
The Way to College Podcast · Jan 19, 2026
Talking Education with Texas State Board of Education Candidate, Thomas Ray Garcia
“Author of 'The Anxious Generation' cited by Garcia as research on technology impacts on youth development and attention”
Hard Fork · Jan 16, 2026
Jonathan Haidt Strikes Again + What You Vibecoded + An Update on the Forkiverse
“Author of 'The Anxious Generation'; returned to discuss new research on social media causation and product safety; advocating for phone bans and age restrictions”
Diabolical Lies · Jan 11, 2026
Scott Galloway vs. Heated Rivalry: Who Will Save the Men?
“Psychologist who defended Galloway against New Yorker criticism; part of centrist masculinity discourse circle”
Hidden Brain · Dec 22, 2025
The Reset Button
“Early collaborator with Dacher Keltner on defining awe; co-developed concept of awe as 'reset button' for the mind”
Extend Podcast with Darshan Shah, MD · Dec 18, 2025
122. Dr. Mayim Bialik on Stress, Mental Health, and Human Connection
“Co-host of Bialik Breakdown podcast focusing on mental health democratization and spirituality”
Tech Won't Save Us · Dec 18, 2025
How Effective is Australia’s Social Media Age Limit? w/ Cam Wilson
“Author of 'The Anxious Generation'; book influenced Australian state premiers to pursue age limit legislation”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Dec 15, 2025
3 Ways to Want Less and Be Happier
“Psychologist advocating for phone-free classrooms as public policy from kindergarten through PhD.”
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett · Dec 15, 2025
Harvard’s Behaviour Expert: The Psychology Of Why People Don't Like You!
“Researcher referenced for work on generational differences and digital impact on youth mental health”
Pivot · Dec 12, 2025
Disney's OpenAI Investment, Nvidia Chip Deal, and Australia’s New Social Media Ban
“Author of 'The Anxious Generation'; credited as most influential scholar driving Australia's social media ban for minors”
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett · Nov 27, 2025
AI Expert: We Have 2 Years Before Everything Changes! We Need To Start Protesting! - Tristan Harris
“Author of 'The Anxious Generation'; mobilizing parents and schools against social media harms”
Hidden Brain · Nov 24, 2025
Parents: Keep Out!
“NYU psychologist whose book 'The Anxious Generation' attributes childhood anxiety rise to phones and social media”
Left To Their Own Devices · Nov 21, 2025
Left to Our Own Devices
“Author of 'The Anxious Generation' whose recommendations on social media bans influenced Australian policy”
The Rich Roll Podcast · Nov 17, 2025
Interview With An Icon: Katie Couric On The State of Media, Institutional Distrust, Cancer Advocacy & What Actually Creates Happiness
“Researcher on phone-free schools and digital wellness whose work Couric plans to interview”
NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes · Nov 14, 2025
Oprah Winfrey | NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes
“Author of The Anxious Generation discussing technology's impact on child development, interviewed by Oprah”
Search Engine · Nov 12, 2025
An Anthropology of Gooners
“Theorist cited for arguments about screens damaging psychology; ideas referenced in context of internet overstimulation concerns”
The Rich Roll Podcast · Nov 6, 2025
Modern Manhood: A Compilation On Redefining Masculinity, True Strength & Igniting Purpose, Community & Vulnerability In Men
“Presented research on social media's impact on youth mental health, sleep deprivation, and loss of childhood independence”
BG2Pod with Brad Gerstner and Bill Gurley · Oct 14, 2025
AI Bubble, Stablecoin Boom, and Runnin' Down a Dream | BG2 w/ Bill Gurley and Brad Gerstner
“Author of 'Anxious Generation'; research cited regarding social harms driving state AI regulation”
The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk · Aug 3, 2025
647: Tim Ferriss - Chasing Your Curiosity, Internal vs External Scoreboards, Effectiveness over Efficiency, Winning Even if You Fail, Fame's Hidden Costs, & The Mount Rushmore of Podcasting
“Author of The Anxious Generation; cited on decline in in-person social interaction and mental health crisis”
No Compromise · Apr 7, 2023
Taking Cover
“Author of The Anxious Generation; mentioned in pre-episode promotional segment about social media harms”