Origin Story with David McIntosh Jr #102 Rory Sutherland - How to Avoid Being Cancelled: Marketing Genius Warns Us of Comedy and It's Enemies
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Jan 12, 2024 
Rory Sutherland, Vice Chairman of Ogilvy and author of "Alchemy," shares his insights on the tricky world of cancel culture and comedy. He explains why society has become overly sensitive and how humor evolves with it. The conversation takes wild turns, including a near-miss with comedy and the Queen's doctor and a fascinating chat about the Concorde's infamous failure. Sutherland also touches upon the role of AI in the job market and reflects on the themes of class and creativity in the film 'Saltburn.'
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Prestwick and Glasgow Trivia
- Rory and David McIntosh Jr. reminisce about Rory's past visit to Prestwick, Scotland, Elvis's only UK landing spot.
- They discuss Glasgow's architecture, including the unfortunate fire at the Glasgow School of Art and the suspicious burning of the O2 venue.
Problem Solving and the Brain
- Rory explains his interest in solving problems and understanding human resistance to solutions.
- He highlights the brain's tendency to fit reality to pre-existing models, hindering effective problem-solving.
The Abilene Paradox
- The Abilene Paradox describes how groups make decisions no one wants due to misinterpreting others' desires.
- This can lead to negative outcomes, as illustrated by the Concorde project and the fall of communism.