Plague Dynamics
Nicholas explains how plagues breed lies and misinformation, leading to shifts in power dynamics. Neil and Chuck delve into the intentional exploitation of crises by demagogues, exploring the societal impact of pandemics like the bubonic plague on governance and religion.In this clip
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Social Networks & Ending the Pandemic with Neil deGrasse Tyson & Nicholas Christakis
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