Cautionary Tales, with Tim Harford

Tim Harford, legendary economist, author and podcaster, talks about critical thinking, economics, and empathy. Topics discussed include: history as a cautionary tale, Stephen Colbert's pivot away from his character, snowballing lies and the poisoned candy myth, tactics of doubt and disinformation, Russian disinformation conspiracy, examining vaccine hesitancy, and the story of Howard Carter and the mummies' curse.