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Rutger Bregman on Human Nature and Hope


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Rutger Bregman is one of Europe’s most prominent young thinkers. A historian and author, Rutger has published several books on history, philosophy, and economics. His book, History of Progress, was awarded the Belgian Liberales Prize for best nonfiction book of 2013.

In this episode, Eric and Rutger discuss his book Humankind: A Hopeful History, where they delve into the scientific, historical, and philosophical components of human nature.

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In This Interview, Rutger Bregman and I Discuss Human Nature, Hope, and …

  • His book, Humankind: A Hopeful History
  • Asking the scientific questions and the philosophical questions
  • The opposing theories of basic human nature
  • Evolutionary biology and the survival of the friendliest
  • Collective intelligence is what makes humans special
  • The paradox of humans being the kindest and also the cruelest species
  • His rules for a realistic view of human nature: when in doubt, assume the best
  • The broken systems that are created for the small percentage rather than the largest percentage of people
  • Pygmalion effect is the power of expectations; we become what we think we will become
  • Important distinctions between empathy and compassion
  • Understanding that changing the world begins with changing ourselves
  • Rutger Bregman Links:

    Rutger’s Website

    Twitter

    Facebook


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