Dr. Jordan B. Peterson was raised in the frigid wastelands of Northern Alberta. He has been a dishwasher, short-order cook, beekeeper, tow-truck driver, gas jockey, bartender, oil derrick bit re-tipper, plywood mill laborer, and railway line worker.

Career

Peterson is an author, psychologist, online educator, and Professor Emeritus at the University of Toronto. He has written three books: “Maps of Meaning”, an academic work presenting a new scientifically-grounded theory of religious and political belief, and the bestselling “12 Rules for Life”, and “Beyond Order”, which have sold more than seven million copies.

His international lecture tours with his wife, Tammy, have sold out more than 400 venues, providing live insight into the structure of mythology and narrative to hundreds of thousands of people. For twenty years, he taught some of the most highly regarded courses at Harvard and the University of Toronto, while publishing more than a hundred well-cited scientific papers with his students and co-authors.

Online Presence

The Jordan B Peterson podcast frequently tops the charts in the Education category. His online programs, selfauthoring.com and understandmyself.com, have helped tens of thousands of people inquire deeply into the structure of their personalities, develop a vision for their future, and sort out the details of their pasts. His YouTube channel also provides valuable insights into topics such as mythology, psychology, and personal development.

Recent Works

In conjunction with the Daily Wire Plus, Dr. Peterson recently led and released a 17-part seminar on the biblical book of Exodus, as the continuation of his critically and publicly acclaimed lectures on Genesis.

Motivational Speeches

Jordan Peterson’s motivational speeches are known for their profound insights and transformative power. They often cover topics such as how to find meaning and purpose in life, how to set and pursue the highest possible goals, how to overcome suffering and evil, how to improve yourself and the future, how to sacrifice and act courageously, and how to be a good parent. His speeches are compiled in various videos, such as “The Most Eye Opening 60 Minutes Of Your Life” and “Jordan Peterson Leaves the Audience SPEECHLESS”, which have millions of views on YouTube.

Interviews

Peterson has been interviewed by various personalities and on different platforms. In an interview with Russell Brand, they discussed topics such as the culture war, the internet, sex, morality, archetypes, and stories. They explored the dangers of parasitic, predatory, and psychopathic behavior online and offline, and the need for a unifying vision that transcends fear and tyranny. In another interview with Piers Morgan, they discussed Peterson’s approach to free speech, truth and adventure, his meeting with Cristiano Ronaldo, the football star who found his videos and book helpful, and his advice for young people who are facing challenges and opportunities in life.

Recommended Books

Dr. Peterson has recommended several books over the years for intellectual development. His top recommended books include:

1. “The Gulag Archipelago 1918–1956” by Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn
2. “1984” by George Orwell
3. “Man’s Search for Meaning” by Viktor E. Frankl

Stories

Peterson has shared several stories from his life and career on his website and other platforms. One notable story is about his mother’s 80th birthday. He has also shared his experiences of flying a hammer-head roll in a carbon-fiber stunt plane, piloting a mahogany racing sailboat around Alcatraz Island, exploring an Arizona meteorite crater with a group of astronauts, and building a Native American Long-House on the upper floor of his Toronto home.