Jordan B. Peterson

Jordan B. Peterson

Born: June 12, 1962
in Edmonton, Canada
Jordan Bernt Peterson (born 12 June 1962) is a Canadian clinical psychologist and a professor of psychology at the University of Toronto. He began to receive widespread attention in the late 2010s for his views on cultural and political issues.

Born and raised in Alberta, Peterson obtained bachelor's degrees in political science and psychology from the University of Alberta and a PhD in clinical psychology from McGill University. After teaching and research at Harvard University, he returned to Canada in 1998 to join the faculty of psychology at the University of Toronto. In 1999, he published his first book, Maps of Meaning: The Architecture of Belief, which became the basis for many of his subsequent lectures. The book combined information from psychology, mythology, religion, literature, philosophy, and neuroscience to analyze systems of belief and meaning.

In 2016, Peterson released a series of YouTube videos criticising the Act to amend the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Criminal Code (Bill C-16), passed by the Parliament of Canada to introduce "gender identity and expression" as a prohibited grounds of discrimination. He argued that the bill would make the use of certain gender pronouns into compelled speech, and related this argument to a general critique of political correctness and identity politics. He subsequently received significant media coverage, attracting both support and criticism.

In the wake of the controversy, Peterson's lectures and debates—propagated also through podcasts and YouTube—gradually gathered millions of views. He put his clinical practice and teaching duties on hold by 2018, when he published his second book, 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos. Promoted with a world tour, it became a bestseller in several countries.

Movies for Jordan B. Peterson...

Lady Ballers
Title: Lady Ballers
Character: Dr. Jordan B. Peterson
Released: December 1, 2023
Type: Movie
A once-great basketball coach is on a journey back to victory by reuniting his former high school championship basketball team, but this time, he’s challenging them to play like girls.
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Logos & Literacy
Title: Logos & Literacy
Character: Self
Released: March 9, 2023
Type: Movie
Renowned scholar Dr Jordan B Peterson takes us on a captivating journey through the Museum of the Bible, where we are met with historians, theologians, and philosophers who discuss the powerful impact of the Bible on our lives and our world.
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Title: Vision & Destiny
Character: Himself
Released: February 17, 2023
Type: TV
Peterson draws upon his extensive research and relatable real-life experiences to illustrate how to develop attainable goals for intimate relationships, meaningful friendships, and your career. Transform the chaotic potential of the future into actuality — with a vision.
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Title: Beyond Order Tour
Character: Himself
Released: November 4, 2022
Type: TV
Join Jordan for his “Beyond Order: 12 More Rules for Life” 2022-2023 tour.
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Title: Dragons, Monsters, and Men
Released: June 29, 2022
Type: TV
Discover your purpose and slay the dragons that stand in your way. Watch the new 4-part series on men, masculinity, and the pursuit of greatness.
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What is a Woman?
Title: What is a Woman?
Character: Self
Released: June 1, 2022
Type: Movie
Political commentator Matt Walsh explores the changing concepts of sex and gender in the digital age, particularly the transgender rights movement, anti-transgender bigotry, and what it means to be a woman.
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Title: Tucker Carlson Today
Character: Himself
Released: March 29, 2021
Type: TV
Tucker Carlson conducts interviews and hosts discussions.
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Reconnect: The Movie
Title: Reconnect: The Movie
Character: Himself
Released: December 6, 2019
Type: Movie
Back in 2012 I had my very first Ayahuasca ceremony and, needless to say, I was terrified. But it ended up entirely changing my life and that of my future family. Which is why I decided to revisit the medicine in 2018, participating in three Ayahuasca ceremonies over the course of one week in Costa Rica, and document the process. In the film, we tackle my personal story of trying to build London Real into a global media and transformation company while also struggling with my own disconnection from friends, family and my own species. We also dive deep into the division and tribalism currently facing all of us around the world.
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The Dark Triad
Title: The Dark Triad
Character: Himself (archive footage)
Released: October 31, 2019
Type: Movie
The Dark Triad is a personality inventory that explores the socially undesirable traits of Narcissism, Machiavellianism, and Psychopathy. Sadism is oft included as a fourth component of the Dark Triad.
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No Safe Spaces
Title: No Safe Spaces
Character: Self
Released: October 25, 2019
Type: Movie
Adam Carolla and Dennis Prager examine the reality of life and discourse on college campuses in modern America.
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The Rise of Jordan Peterson
Title: The Rise of Jordan Peterson
Released: August 19, 2019
Type: Movie
A rare, intimate glimpse into the life and mind of Jordan Peterson, the academic and best-selling author who captured the world's attention with his criticisms of political correctness and his life-changing philosophy on discovering personal meaning.
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The Meaning and Reality of Individual Sovereignty
Title: The Meaning and Reality of Individual Sovereignty
Character: Jordan B. Peterson
Released: July 28, 2019
Type: Movie
Why has the idea of individual sovereignty been granted such primacy of place in free Western societies? Why were the men who formulated the Declaration of Independence willing to declare: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness," and, further, to insist "That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed." Why, as well, are ideas of individual sovereignty, which have proved so successful in guaranteeing freedom and prosperity in the West and, increasingly, around the world, under attack, by those on the left and the right who offer collective identity as an alternative?
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Who Dares Say He Believes in God?
Title: Who Dares Say He Believes in God?
Character: Jordan B. Peterson
Released: June 8, 2019
Type: Movie
Jordan Peterson decides to answer a question.
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Happiness: Capitalism vs. Marxism
Title: Happiness: Capitalism vs. Marxism
Character: Self
Released: May 15, 2019
Type: Movie
On February, April 19, 2019, Dr. Jordan B. Peterson debated Marxist philosopher Dr. Slavoj Zizek.
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Jordan Peterson & Slavoj Žižek - Happiness: Capitalism vs. Marxism
Title: Jordan Peterson & Slavoj Žižek - Happiness: Capitalism vs. Marxism
Character: Self
Released: April 19, 2019
Type: Movie
A debate between Jordan Peterson & Slavoj Žižek, said to be regarding happiness and whether Capitalism or Marxism is better at delivering it.
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Hoaxed
Title: Hoaxed
Character: Himself
Released: January 24, 2019
Type: Movie
An insider's look at the fake news phenomenon and the consequences of media misinformation. Interviews from those who have been accused of spreading it themselves are featured in variety throughout the film.
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Shut Him Down: The Rise of Jordan Peterson
Title: Shut Him Down: The Rise of Jordan Peterson
Character: Self
Released: November 2, 2018
Type: Movie
Lauded as the most influential thinker of the Western world, psychology professor Jordan Peterson has become a polarizing paradox. After sparking both outrage and support for his stand against Canadian human rights legislation in late 2016, Peterson quickly transformed into a famous public intellectual and internationally best-selling author. SHUT HIM DOWN offers an intimate look into the controversy that started over alternate gender pronouns and left us with two stories about Peterson: Is he a heroic cultural warrior who pushes boundaries and transforms people's lives for the better? Or is he a bigoted peddler of regressive ideas that cause harm?
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The Creepy Line
Title: The Creepy Line
Character: Jordan B. Peterson
Released: October 8, 2018
Type: Movie
An eye-opening documentary, The Creepy Line reveals the stunning degree to which society is manipulated by Google and Facebook and blows the lid off the remarkably subtle - hence powerful - manner in which they do it.
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Title: Firing Line with Margaret Hoover
Released: June 22, 2018
Type: TV
Join author, activist and commentator Margaret Hoover for a public affairs talk show that delivers a civil and engaging contest of ideas among the brightest minds and voices from across the ideological spectrum.
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A Glitch in the Matrix
Title: A Glitch in the Matrix
Character: Self
Released: February 17, 2018
Type: Movie
In 'A Glitch in the Matrix', journalist David Fuller analyzes and assesses Dr. Jordan B Peterson's recent viral interview with Cathy Newman, unpacking the deeper political, psychological and archetypal levels of the clash.
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Jordan Peterson: Truth in the Time of Chaos
Title: Jordan Peterson: Truth in the Time of Chaos
Character: Himself
Released: January 4, 2018
Type: Movie
Psychologist and professor Jordan Peterson has come to fame over the last year. But many of those who found him through his criticisms of political correctness are saying they have discovered one of the world's most significant thinkers.
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Title: The Russell Howard Hour
Character: Self
Released: September 21, 2017
Type: TV
Russell Howard offers his unique take on the week's news and current affairs, picking through the biggest UK and international stories, and offering a wise and worldly view on the globe's news. Along the way, he'll welcome celebrity guests and leading experts, as well as hear from fledgling global correspondents. Plus, there will be stand-up, too, as Russell showcases some of the comedy scene's finest and most exciting stars.
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Title: The Jim Jefferies Show
Character: Self
Released: June 6, 2017
Type: TV
Each week, Jefferies tackles the week’s top stories from behind his desk and travels the globe to far-off locations to provide an eye opening look at hypocrisy around the world. Featuring interviews, international field pieces, and man on the ground investigations, Jim tackles the news of the day with no-bulls**t candor, piercing insight and a uniquely Aussie viewpoint.
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Title: Q&A
Character: Self - Panellist
Released: May 22, 2008
Type: TV
Hosted by Hamish Macdonald, Q&A puts punters, pollies and pundits together in the studio to thrash out the hot issues of the week. It's about democracy in action - the audience gets to ask the questions.
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Zombiemania
Title: Zombiemania
Character: Himself - Psychologist
Released: January 3, 2008
Type: Movie
The evolution of the zombie from its roots in Haitian voodoo to its coveted role as the world's most popular monster: from being a clumsy corpse to becoming a cannibal killer and the main agent of every infectious pandemic, the zombie has come a long way in seventy years. A look at the rising tide of zombie culture examining why something so dead has so much life in viewers' nightmares and at the box office.
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Title: Real Time with Bill Maher
Character: Self
Released: February 21, 2003
Type: TV
Each week Bill Maher surrounds himself with a panel of guests which include politicians, actors, comedians, musicians and the like to discuss what's going on in the world.
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Title: Question Time
Character: Self - Panellist
Released: September 25, 1979
Type: TV
This topical debate series based on Any Questions? typically features politicians from at least the three major political parties as well as other public figures who answer pre-selected questions put to them by a carefully selected audience.