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Razib Khan - Genomics, Intelligence, and The Church of Science
Apr 20, 2022
Razib Khan, a writer and geneticist, shares fascinating insights into genetic diversity and societal trends. He explores the dysgenics of intelligence and how endogamous practices shape genetic traits in communities like the Brahmins, who dominate tech leadership. Razib delves into male variability in cognitive abilities and critiques the scientific community's priorities, advocating for truth over collegiality. Additionally, his travels enrich discussions on cultural anthropology and genetics, revealing deep connections between history and modern society.
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- Our current era is experiencing rapid technological advancement, which can be considered a step function due to the steep slope of progress in information technology.
- The interconnectedness of our global society means that any collapse or regression of civilizations would likely have long-lasting consequences and result in the loss of valuable knowledge and progress.
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Gradual nature of historical changes
History is mostly gradual, with changes such as the Industrial Revolution and the Axial Age occurring over longer periods rather than sudden steps. However, our current era of rapid technological advancement may be considered a step function due to the steep slope of progress in information technology.
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