Cortex 119: Thinking, Fast and Slow
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Aug 24, 2021 The hosts tackle a mountain of technical issues, sharing laughs about corrupted file synchronization and digital chaos. They delve into decision-making psychology, based on Daniel Kahneman's acclaimed book, discussing the dual systems of thought that influence our choices. The conversation also touches on digital file management, community fundraising efforts, and the challenges of navigating dense reading. With personal stories and critiques of popular theories, they explore the nuances of cognitive biases and the replication crisis, all while keeping the tone light and engaging.
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Content Creators Deleting Project Files
- Hank Green and MKBHD delete video project files after uploading.
- They only keep the uploaded versions on YouTube.
Forgetting "The Effective Executive"
- Grey and Myke forgot reading "The Effective Executive", despite past emphasis on remembering it.
- They speculate it might be due to its ideas becoming commonplace, making the original source forgettable.
System 1 and System 2 Thinking
- "Thinking, Fast and Slow" introduces System 1 (automatic) and System 2 (effortful) thinking.
- This is the book's core strength and its reason for popularity in business settings.
