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#79 – A.J. Jacobs on radical honesty, following the whole Bible, and reframing global problems as puzzles

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Exploring Effective Altruism

This chapter explores the principles of effective altruism and the speaker's journey into the movement through personal research and writing. It discusses the importance of impactful charitable donations, the diversity of thought within the effective altruism community, and the challenges of communicating these ideas to others. The conversation highlights the need for emotional resonance in charitable discussions and the power of personal narratives in raising awareness for global issues.

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