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Non-Zero
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Robert Wright's "Non-Zero" explores the concept of non-zero-sum games in history and evolution.
It argues that cooperation and increasing complexity have been driving forces throughout history, leading to progress and societal advancement.
The book examines various aspects of human history and evolution, highlighting the role of cooperation and competition in shaping our world.
Wright uses game theory and evolutionary principles to explain how cooperation can lead to mutual benefit and progress.
The book challenges traditional views of conflict and competition, suggesting that cooperation is often a more effective strategy for achieving long-term success.
It offers a unique perspective on the trajectory of human civilization and the potential for future progress.
It argues that cooperation and increasing complexity have been driving forces throughout history, leading to progress and societal advancement.
The book examines various aspects of human history and evolution, highlighting the role of cooperation and competition in shaping our world.
Wright uses game theory and evolutionary principles to explain how cooperation can lead to mutual benefit and progress.
The book challenges traditional views of conflict and competition, suggesting that cooperation is often a more effective strategy for achieving long-term success.
It offers a unique perspective on the trajectory of human civilization and the potential for future progress.
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Mentioned in 6 episodes
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Jonathan Haidt in the context of discussing long-term historical trends and human adaptability.
Jonathan Haidt in the context of discussing long-term historical trends and human adaptability.
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Jonathan Haidt on Adjusting to Smartphones and Social Media
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Reid Hoffman as one of his favorite books that builds systems that prefer non-zero outcomes.
Reid Hoffman as one of his favorite books that builds systems that prefer non-zero outcomes.
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Reid riffs on massive AI acquisitions, robotics, and headcount trimming
Mentioned by Reid Hoffman as a book he enjoyed, prompting a discussion on technological history and AI.
Reid Hoffman as a book he enjoyed, prompting a discussion on technological history and AI.
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Reid Hoffman's p(bloom) (Robert Wright & Reid Hoffman)
Recommended by Andreas Motzfeldt Kravik ; discusses the directionality of history, evolution through complexity, and the importance of win-win relationships between states.
The Norwegian way: Why Oslo talks to everyone
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Robert Wright as the book he wrote about how human history does seem to be a kind of moral test.
Robert Wright as the book he wrote about how human history does seem to be a kind of moral test. Golden Oldie: Do We Live in a Simulation (Robert Wright & Preston Greene)
