Conversations with Tyler Robin Hanson on Signaling and Self-Deception (Live at Mason Econ)
Feb 28, 2018
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Conversation's Purpose
- Conversations are less about sharing information.
- They're about showcasing skills and knowledge.
Signaling's Influence
- In affluent societies, signaling drives a significant portion of human behavior.
- Over 90% can be attributed to signaling, according to Robin Hanson.
Art and Empathy
- The Minneapolis Institute of Art is studying if art boosts empathy, likely to get a positive result.
- Hanson suggests art appreciation is driven by simpler reasons but we prefer grand narratives.