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Mentioned in 27 episodes
Revenge of the Tipping Point
Book • 2024
In 'Revenge of the Tipping Point', Malcolm Gladwell returns to the subject of social epidemics and tipping points, this time focusing on the dark side of contagious phenomena.
Through a series of riveting stories, Gladwell explores the rise of a new and troubling form of social engineering.
He delves into various topics, including the world’s most successful bank robbers, a forgotten television show from the 1970s, an experimental neighborhood in Northern California, and alternate histories of the COVID and opioid crises.
The book examines how individuals can use power and influence to shape collective narratives and societal trends, highlighting the ethical implications of social engineering and the role of superspreaders in propagating ideas and behaviors.
Through a series of riveting stories, Gladwell explores the rise of a new and troubling form of social engineering.
He delves into various topics, including the world’s most successful bank robbers, a forgotten television show from the 1970s, an experimental neighborhood in Northern California, and alternate histories of the COVID and opioid crises.
The book examines how individuals can use power and influence to shape collective narratives and societal trends, highlighting the ethical implications of social engineering and the role of superspreaders in propagating ideas and behaviors.
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Mentioned in 27 episodes
Mentioned by 

as a rethinking of his first big idea a quarter century later.


Adam Grant

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Malcolm Gladwell on the importance of self-correction
Mentioned by 

as the author of best-selling books and the new book "Revenge of the Tipping Point".


Adi Ignatius

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Malcolm Gladwell’s New Take on Tipping Points
Mentioned by Ricky Mulvey as 

's latest book.


Malcolm Gladwell

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Malcolm Gladwell, Social Engineering and The Magic Third
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as the author of "Revenge of the Tipping Point", a book revisiting his previous work, "The Tipping Point", on its 25th anniversary.

Dax Shepard

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Malcolm Gladwell Returns Again
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as a revisited bestseller, exploring the phenomenon of trends gaining momentum.


Fareed Zakaria

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Richard Haass and Randa Slim on escalation in the Middle East
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as his new book, a sequel to "The Tipping Point".


Malcolm Gladwell

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The Tipping Point Revisited: An Excerpt
Mentioned by Naima Reza as 

's latest book, exploring the darker side of social epidemics.


Malcolm Gladwell

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Thinking Twice: Revenge of the Tipping Point with Malcolm Gladwell
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as 

's latest book, a revisitation of his earlier work on tipping points.


Gabe Lyons


Malcolm Gladwell

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Social Contagions and Tipping Points with Malcolm Gladwell
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in the introduction of his podcast episode as a sequel to his first book.


Malcolm Gladwell

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The Tipping Point Revisited: Georgetown Massacre Part 1
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for its chapter on understanding the Holocaust and the impact of mass media.

Jim O'Shaughnessy

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Michael Garfield — Play the (Mind) Jazz (EP.246)
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in the introduction of the podcast.


Michael Gervais

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Malcolm Gladwell On Creativity, Failure, and the Revenge of the Tipping Point
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as his new book, available everywhere.


Malcolm Gladwell

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The Tipping Point Revisited: Live with David Remnick
Mentioned in the podcast's closing segment as the latest book by Malcolm Gladwell.

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The Year Since Oct. 7
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while discussing the importance of spiritual orientation in modern life.


Jon Tyson

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E818 | Jon Tyson on Culture, Chaos, and Orientation - Part 2
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as the main guest of the podcast, discussing his book 'Revenge of the Tipping Point'.


Glennon Doyle


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Amanda Doyle

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Malcolm Gladwell: Are We at a National Tipping Point?
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as his new book, examining social phenomenon through the lens of epidemiology.


Malcolm Gladwell

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Welcoming Heavyweight
Mentioned by Lindsey Graham as one of Audible's best of 2024 picks.

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Transcontinental Railroad | Hell on Wheels | 3
Mentioned by the podcast hosts while discussing Audible's best of 2024 picks.

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The Best Idea Yet 🌶️Sriracha: From Refugee to Billionaire
Mentioned as having made the Audible best of 2024 list.

📖 “Holy Profit” — The Bible’s sales surge. Spotify Wrapped’s AI stunt. South Korea’s econ underdog.
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as his new book, exploring social change and unexpected explanations.


Alan Alda

Malcolm Gladwell: Tipping Points Old and New