

Man vs. Bear, Revisited
May 18, 2024
Guest Megan McArdle expertly dissects the absurdity of preferring a bear over a man in wilderness encounters. The discussion covers statistical illiteracy, toxic masculinity, generational stereotypes, ideological biases, and the economics of personalized pricing.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Debunking Hypothetical Scenarios and Ideological Biases
03:53 • 12min
Challenging Generational Stereotypes and Moral Weight
15:39 • 17min
Challenging Stereotypes and Moral Dilemmas
33:06 • 20min
Exploration of Procedural Liberalism and Playful Banter on Luck
52:54 • 2min
Challenging Universalism and Particularism in Liberalism
54:48 • 7min
The Economics of Personalized Pricing and Surge Pricing
01:01:30 • 6min
Ethical Concerns of Algorithm-Driven Pricing and Heartwarming Community Support
01:07:18 • 9min