The surprising decline in violence - Steven Pinker

The video discusses the decline of violence over time, challenging the common belief that modernity has increased violence. It presents evidence from various historical periods, showing a decrease in violence from hunter-gatherer societies to the present. The video explores reasons for misconceptions about violence trends and offers explanations for the decline, including the rise of centralized states, increased value of life, nonzero-sum games, and expanding empathy. The conclusion emphasizes the importance of understanding why violence has decreased and what has been done right to achieve this.

What explanations does the speaker offer for the decline of violence?

How does the concept of empathy relate to the decline of violence according to the speaker?

What implications does the speaker suggest arise from the decline of violence?

What role does technology play in the expansion of moral consideration, as discussed in the talk?