Kate Hughes

Kate Hughes, an independent scholar specializing in industrial and post-industrial society, dives into the shrinking public trust in experts and its implications amidst a risk-laden world. She discusses how experts should effectively communicate risk while navigating the complexities of social versus systems trust. Hughes presents a culinary analogy to illustrate the shift from familiar personal relationships to the reliance on complex systems in society. The dialogue emphasizes the need for transparency and critical engagement to bridge the gap between science and public understanding.