Listen "TRC #641: Dangers Of High Density Crowds + Memes: Conspiracies Or Clickbait? + 'Rationality' By Steven Pinker"
Episode Synopsis
Cristina delves into the fascinating yet terrifying science of high density crowds in light of the recent Astroworld music festival tragedy. Adam takes a closer look behind popular memes. Are they data mining, pushing elaborate conspiracy theories, or just plain old clickbait? Darren gives us a great overview of Steven Pinker's latest book "Rationality", which explores the concept of collective rationality in society.
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