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E111: Samo Burja & Auren Hoffman on the Decline of Fertility Rates and Institutional Trust

"Upstream" with Erik Torenberg

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Cultivating Innovation: The Founder Dilemma

This chapter examines the cultural shifts affecting the emergence of great founders and innovators today, contrasting current societal attitudes with the historical reverence for ambition during the Roman Republic and early America. It explores themes of risk-taking, public perception, and the challenges faced by talented youth, while also reflecting on the psychological motivations behind the choices made by ambitious individuals. Additionally, the chapter discusses the complexities of public figures in technology, such as Satoshi and Vitalik, highlighting how their personal values impact trust and perception in the innovations they lead.

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