Theft of Fire with Devon Eriksen (WiM510)
The "What is Money?" Show
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Rationality and Human Progress
This chapter critiques anti-human sentiments that view humans as detrimental to the planet, highlighting the hypocrisy of those who benefit from human progress while promoting reductions in growth and innovation. It examines the complexities of rationality and storytelling in shaping beliefs, alongside a discussion on how language fuels creative dissemination and societal development. The speakers also explore the implications of ideologies like Marxism, emphasizing the need for genuine motivation and innovation in economics rather than enforced equality.
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