
#390 – Yuval Noah Harari: Human Nature, Intelligence, Power, and Conspiracies
Lex Fridman Podcast
The Power of Fiction in Human Cooperation
Human success in global cooperation and achievements like building the pyramids and landing on the moon are attributed to the power of storytelling and fiction. Stories and fiction form the basis of large-scale human cooperation, whether in religion, politics, or economics. Fictional narratives unite millions of strangers in a way that is impossible for chimpanzees or Neanderthals, showcasing the profound impact of imagination and storytelling in shaping human societies and achievements.
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