Noreena Hertz: How to use experts -- and when not to

The video discusses the reliance on experts in decision-making and the potential dangers of over-dependence. It highlights the need for independent thinking and skepticism, presenting strategies to challenge expert opinions and embrace diverse perspectives. The speaker advocates for democratizing expertise and fostering an environment of managed dissent to better navigate complex times.

What are some of the momentous decisions that individuals face in their lives according to the text?

How do people typically deal with important decisions in the modern age?

What is the main concern the author raises about reliance on experts?

What evidence does the author provide to suggest that experts can make mistakes?

What is the author's perspective on the relationship between experts and the general public?

What strategies does the author suggest for challenging expert opinions?

In what ways does the author suggest that experts' assumptions can be flawed?

How does the author describe the concept of 'managed dissent'?

What does the author mean by 'democratizing expertise'?

What role does the author believe independent decision-making plays in society?