Published Dec 22, 2017

Radio Replay: Don't Panic!

Explore the power of chaos in solving complex problems, managing crises, and fostering creativity as Tim Harford and Shankar Vedantam delve into the unexpected benefits of randomness, trust-building in emergencies like the Ebola outbreak, and the strategic use of disorder in politics.

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Embracing Chaos

Embracing Messiness

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Managing ComplexityTim Harford explores the intricacies of complex problem solving and the psychological tactics that can enhance productivity and social interactions. He highlights the importance of randomness in algorithms and personal autonomy in workspaces.

Managing Complexity

Crisis ManagementShankar Vedantam explores the intersection of gang violence and the Ebola outbreak in Monrovia, Liberia. He examines how authorities managed the crisis through trust-building and innovative solutions to prevent the virus's spread.

Crisis Management

Embracing ChaosTim Harford explores how chaos can be a powerful tool in politics and creativity. He shares insights on how disorder has been used to gain political advantage and foster innovative breakthroughs.

Embracing Chaos

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