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#270 — What Have We Learned from the Pandemic?

Making Sense with Sam Harris

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Reflections on the COVID-19 Pandemic

This chapter examines the lasting impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic through a discussion on vaccine hesitancy, lockdown measures, and the societal response to the crisis. It highlights the divergence between technological successes and failures in public communication, questioning why expert knowledge has not been effectively employed in managing the pandemic. Additionally, the speakers explore issues of political polarization, skepticism towards health recommendations, and the prevalence of conspiracy theories that have emerged during this unparalleled public health challenge.

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