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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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The Quest for Knowledge

This chapter explores the speaker's journey of reading the entire Encyclopedia Britannica, driven by personal challenges and family history. It discusses the balance between knowledge and wisdom, highlights the impact of this endeavor on social dynamics, and shares humorous insights along the way.

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