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The Rhys Show

#90 César Hidalgo: How To Understand Sociotechnical Systems

Jul 23, 2021
César Hidalgo, an expert in economic complexity and data visualization, discusses topics including visual thinking, great data visualization, judging machines, and making books open source in this engaging podcast.
52:58

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  • Visual thinking is an important tool for communicating complex ideas and facilitating understanding.
  • Humans tend to judge machines based on outcomes rather than intentions, leading to stricter judgment in scenarios involving harm or unfairness.

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The importance of understanding the future vision

The podcast episode focuses on clarifying what a good future looks like in the face of societal transitions. The speaker interviews experts to gain insights into emerging trends and technologies that can contribute to a positive future vision.

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