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#134 Classic episode – Ian Morris on what big-picture history teaches us

80,000 Hours Podcast

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The Paradox of Violence in History

This chapter explores the complexities of historical violence, examining how wars can both increase and decrease death rates over time. It investigates the role of powerful governments in curtailing violence, the evolution of social dynamics, and the interplay between historical events and human behavior.

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