Know Your Enemy

How the Pandemic Changed Everything (w/ David Wallace-Wells) [TEASER]

Mar 31, 2025
The conversation delves into the profound effects of the pandemic on everyday life. It revisits the fear and solidarity experienced during its early days. The discussion reveals how Covid altered our perceptions and behaviors, sparking a reluctance to acknowledge its true toll. Learning loss and the challenges of school closures are examined, shedding light on the long-term academic implications. Together, these reflections highlight how deeply the pandemic has transformed our society.
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School Closures: A Nuanced View

  • School closures were justified initially, but more should've been done for reopening.
  • The pandemic's impact on education needs a nuanced perspective, considering the unprecedented circumstances.
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Parental Concerns and Reopening Debates

  • Most parents in fall 2020 didn't want schools to reopen due to safety concerns.
  • There were genuine debates about school reopening, reflecting uncertainties and risks.
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Learning Loss in Context

  • Pandemic learning loss is real but started declining before 2020.
  • Test scores decreased to levels of the early 2000s, a relatively small drop considering the circumstances.
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