Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford Would You Trust a Gangster Nanny? - Cautionary Questions with Rachel Botsman
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Mar 7, 2025 Dive into a thought-provoking exploration of trust! Discover how our reliance on fitness trackers shapes our expectations. Unpack the peculiar scenario of a drug-dealing nanny and what it says about society's trust dynamics. Hear captivating stories of misplaced trust, from fraudsters to cults. Understand the psychological tug-of-war behind sharing secrets and the challenges of digital trust in an online world. This conversation navigates the complex, often fragile landscape of trust through intriguing anecdotes and expert insights.
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Trust and the Unknown
- Trust is a confident relationship with the unknown, not just about expecting good outcomes.
- It involves risk and uncertainty, challenging simplistic definitions of good, honest, or safe.
Trust Formation
- Trust is both given and earned, sometimes intuitively, forming trust loops.
- It develops early in life, shaping a trust profile tied to risk, safety, and protection.
The Gangster Nanny
- Rachel Botsman's parents hired a nanny who claimed to be from the Salvation Army.
- She turned out to be involved in various criminal activities, including drug dealing and armed robbery.
