Episode 59: The Principle of Optimism (Round Table Discussion)
The Theory of Anything
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The Difference Between Precautionary Principle and Preventive Principle
The precautionary principle basically encourages people not to try things because the outcomes could be bad, so it's best not to try it in the first place. Bill Deutsches repeatedly made the point that we need to race ahead and acquire as much knowledge and as much wealth as possible. He is understanding it as it's actually okay to put a moratorium on things in some circumstances, just not forever.
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