TED: The tipping point I got wrong | Malcolm Gladwell

Malcolm Gladwell reflects on his experiences in 1990s New York City, initially perceived as dangerous. He explores the transformation of the city and his discovery of the Epidemic Theory, which inspired his book 'The Tipping Point'. Gladwell discusses the Broken Windows theory and its influence on policing, later reevaluating its effectiveness after the Floyd case. He acknowledges his past mistakes in understanding crime trends and emphasizes the importance of admitting uncertainty in writing.

What did the speaker identify as the real cause of the decline in crime in New York City?

What was the speaker's initial belief about the effectiveness of broken windows policing?

What lesson did the speaker learn about certainty in writing and storytelling?

How does the speaker feel about their past writing and the conclusions they drew?