
#107 Matt Ridley: Infinite Innovation
The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish
The Impact of Optimism and Pessimism in the Age of Social Media
This chapter examines the dynamic relationship between optimism and pessimism, focusing on the role of social media in shaping public sentiment. It highlights the tendency for cynical attitudes to spread, the historical context of pessimism in media, and the potential positives of social media for fostering personal connections.
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