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Episode 156: Oppenheimer

The Movie Proposal

CHAPTER

The Psychology of Oppenheimer and the Origins of the Cold War

This chapter explores the psychological motivations of Oppenheimer and Strauss in developing the atom bomb, as well as the guilt and angst that Oppenheimer feels afterwards. It delves into the origins of the Cold War and the insecurities of the key players involved. The chapter also reflects on the applicability of the movie's message to current events and the potential dangers of technology driven by human psychology.

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