Rise-up and Stop the Doomsday Machine!

The video features a discussion with Daniel Ellsberg, focusing on his book 'The Doomsday Machine' and the implications of nuclear war. It explores the courage needed to challenge power structures, the impact of climate change, and the costs of whistleblowing. Ellsberg reflects on historical events like the Vietnam War and Watergate, emphasizing the potential for change despite significant challenges. The conversation also touches on the role of economics and the importance of moral courage in driving social change.

What is the primary focus of the episode featuring Daniel Ellsberg?

• The role of the Rand Corporation

• The biography of Daniel Ellsberg

• The implications of 'The Doomsday Machine'

• The history of the Vietnam War

According to the narrator, what is a key challenge for economists in contributing to the global public good?

• Fear of power reactions

• Insufficient data

• Lack of funding

• Complex mathematical models

What emotional response did the narrator's daughter have after hearing experts discuss climate change?

• Excitement

• Confusion

• Fear

• Indifference

What was a significant personal cost for Daniel Ellsberg as a whistleblower?

• Financial loss

• Loss of personal relationships

• Physical harm

• Legal prosecution

Why does Ellsberg believe the chance of change is not zero?

• Due to economic growth

• Because of government support

• Due to historical examples of unexpected change

• Because of technological advancements

What historical event does Ellsberg compare to the potential for change in nuclear policy?

• The fall of the Berlin Wall

• The moon landing

• The signing of the Paris Agreement

• The end of World War II

What does Ellsberg suggest is more challenging than risking one's life?

• Risking financial stability

• Risking personal relationships

• Risking one's job and facing ostracism

• Risking public reputation

What gives Ellsberg hope for the future of economics?

• Increased government funding

• New economic thinking

• Technological advancements

• Global economic growth

What did Ellsberg's father do that influenced Ellsberg's views?

• Invented a new technology

• Resigned from a company to avoid contributing to nuclear buildup

• Wrote a book on economics

• Led a protest against the Vietnam War

What song does the narrator mention that reflects the spirit of resilience?

• Eye of the Tiger by Survivor

• Imagine by John Lennon

• Rise Up by Andrea Day

• We Shall Overcome