R. Jisung Park

Terrence Sinowski, a leading AI expert and author, discusses the evolution of artificial intelligence and the importance of ethical regulations to prevent superintelligent threats. Sharon McMahon, America's government teacher, advocates for reforms in the American electoral system to improve representation. R. Jisung Park highlights the economic impacts of climate change, emphasizing long-term social issues. Erin Wade shares her inspiring journey from attorney to successful mac and cheese restaurateur, showcasing the challenges of entrepreneurship.

R. Jisung Park, an assistant professor at the University of Pennsylvania specializing in environmental and labor economics, sheds light on the everyday implications of climate change in his new book, 'Slow Burn'. He discusses how the hidden costs of warming, like productivity losses and impaired health, accumulate in our daily lives. Park reveals cognitive biases that shape our perception of climate risks and explores the adverse impacts of heat on work and education. He advocates for pragmatic climate dialogue and equitable policy design to combat these challenges.

R. Jisung Park, Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania and author of "Slow Burn: The Hidden Costs of a Warming World," dives into the subtle yet significant impacts of climate change. He discusses how wildfires affect public health and economic stability, stressing the importance of reframing this crisis for better policy responses. The conversation also reveals the unexpected ways climate change influences education and workplace safety, highlighting how heat can impair student performance and pose risks for outdoor workers.