Pivot Lincoln Project implosion, Microsoft says Google should pay newspapers, and Friend of Pivot Adam Grant
Feb 16, 2021
Adam Grant, an organizational psychologist and author of "Think Again," joins the conversation to discuss how to break free from opinion bubbles. The hosts explore Microsoft CEO Brad Smith's proposal for tech giants to compensate news companies, the fallout from the Lincoln Project's controversies, and the challenges of navigating today’s political landscape. They highlight the need for critical thinking and openness in discussions, particularly in an increasingly polarized world.
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Make Tech Pay for News
- The US government should force tech companies to pay for news content.
- Publishers are tired of tech companies profiting from their work without compensation.
Argue and Listen
- Argue like you are right, but listen like you are wrong.
- This mindset fosters intellectual humility and openness to changing your mind.
Suppression of Unpopular Views on Campus
- University campuses now suppress unpopular views, hindering intellectual growth.
- Students bully classmates for insufficient wokeness, creating a cancel culture.
