Topp William SF
Brief Summary
Participants discuss forecasting, geopolitical analysis, and the importance of questioning assumptions in research.
Key points
- The Good Judgment Project. A participant reflects on their journey and contributions to forecasting research.
- Putin's Strategy in Syria. Exploring the geopolitical motivations behind Putin's actions in Syria.
- Questioning Assumptions. The importance of questioning fundamental assumptions in various fields.
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Episode highlights
- The Good Judgment ProjectA participant reflects on their journey and contributions to forecasting research.“I feel like I owe the system for so many years.”0:29Feb 25, 2016
- Putin's Strategy in SyriaExploring the geopolitical motivations behind Putin's actions in Syria.“Perhaps what Putin wants is a deal with Assad for a 50-year lease on the port of Latakia.”2:25Feb 25, 2016
- Questioning AssumptionsThe importance of questioning fundamental assumptions in various fields.“I should always question my fundamental assumptions.”4:44Feb 25, 2016
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