

Daniel Kahneman’s Forgotten Legacy: Investigating Exxon-Funded Psychological Research
Aug 9, 2024
Daniel Kahneman, a pioneering psychologist renowned for his insights in behavioral economics, teams up with legal scholar and behavioral economist Cass Sunstein to discuss the Exxon Valdez oil spill's aftermath. They explore the tactics Exxon employed, including funding research claiming jurors were irrational. The podcast dives into the implications of cognitive biases, showcasing the battle between corporate narratives and community resilience, highlighting the struggle against environmental devastation and accountability efforts.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Cognitive Biases and Their Impact
02:19 • 6min
The Exxon Valdez Oil Spill: A Case Study of Irrationality
07:54 • 2min
From Academia to Alaskan Fishing
10:19 • 10min
Navigating Dual Identities and Professional Expertise
20:03 • 1min
A Fisherman's Fight: Oil and Environment
21:21 • 7min
From Activism to Advocacy: A Fisher's Resolve Amid Environmental Crisis
28:50 • 5min
Resilience Amidst Disaster
34:05 • 13min
Fishermen's Bold Stunt Against Exxon Delayed
47:31 • 5min
Fishermen's Stand Against the Tanker
52:50 • 7min
Examining Accountability in Environmental Crisis
01:00:14 • 2min