Real Time with Bill Maher Ep. #523: David Ropeik, Andrew Zimmern
Mar 14, 2020
David Ropeik, a former Harvard instructor and author specializing in risk communication, joins award-winning chef Andrew Zimmern, known for his culinary travels. They candidly discuss societal responses to the pandemic, highlighting the absurd behaviors that emerged during the crisis. Ropeik delves into the complexities of risk perception, emphasizing how misinformation affects public understanding of safety. Zimmern adds a culinary twist, addressing the stigmas surrounding certain cuisines while critiquing the cruise industry’s risks and environmental impact.
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Emotional Risk Assessment
- People are more afraid of risks they don't understand.
- We rely on emotions, not logic, when assessing risks, especially concerning safety.
Canine Risk Assessment
- Bill Maher's dog avoids a spoon in his food bowl but runs in front of his car.
- This demonstrates how humans and animals are poor at assessing risk.
Panic vs. Actual Risk
- The panic surrounding a crisis can be more harmful than the crisis itself.
- Worry and stress suppress the immune system, increasing vulnerability.