Wildfires, Insurance, and Planning for Disaster
Risky Business with Nate Silver and Maria Konnikova
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From Travel Tales to Insurance Challenges
This chapter begins with a reflective discussion on travel experiences in Tokyo and Seoul, touching on the complexities of jet lag and cultural comparisons. The conversation transitions into a more serious exploration of wildfires and the insurance industry's struggles with rising risks due to climate change. Through personal anecdotes and societal observations, the hosts highlight the psychological factors influencing risk perception and the inadequacies of insurance systems in disaster-prone areas.
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