TRIGGERnometry How the Media Broke the World - Liv Boeree
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Dec 6, 2023 Liv Boeree explores the troubling trend of sensationalism in mainstream media, emphasizing the need for independent voices. She discusses the Moloch concept, highlighting the ethical sacrifices made for success, and critiques how media polarization hampers societal cooperation on urgent issues. The conversation shifts to the significance of face-to-face interactions in a digital age, and Boeree draws parallels between poker strategy and life choices, stressing the importance of balancing luck and rational thinking. Emotional decision-making under stress is also examined, offering insights on managing biases.
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Moloch and the Media
- The media’s incentive structure encourages clickbait and rage-inducing content for profit.
- This erodes shared reality and hinders our ability to address complex issues.
The Power of Rage
- Rage is the most effective emotion for going viral due to its action-triggering nature.
- It incites tribal frenzy, leading to increased polarization and the erosion of shared reality.
Eroding Shared Reality
- A polarized media optimized for rage hinders our ability to find reliable information.
- This inability to coordinate on solutions makes tackling complex problems like pandemics and climate change harder.