The Science of Success Dan Carlin: Fake News, Misinformation, and Being an Informed Citizen
Oct 5, 2023
Legendary podcaster Dan Carlin discusses the challenges of being an informed citizen in a world full of noise, confusion, and fake news. Topics include understanding history and politics, forming coherent views, questioning foundational beliefs, and the importance of critical thinking and examining one's own beliefs against evidence.
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Nuance in Media
- Most issues are more nuanced than portrayed in media.
- Understanding nuance separates informed individuals.
Context and Behavior
- The Milgram experiment shows how context influences behavior.
- Anyone can change their behavior under specific circumstances.
Complexity of History
- Understanding any historical event requires considering many factors.
- Even seemingly simple events have underlying complexity.