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Nassim Taleb — Meditations on Extremistan

The Joe Walker Podcast

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War, Data, and Historical Narratives

This chapter explores the stability of inter-arrival times for major wars, examining how technological advancements and globalization increase the capacity for violence. It critiques foreign policy incompetence of powerful states, delving into historical biases in casualty reporting and the valorization of victimhood in religious contexts. Additionally, it discusses the complexities of pandemic risks, emphasizing the critique of current governmental responses to such threats.

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