Michele Wucker: Why we ignore obvious problems -- and how to act on them

Michele Wucker: Why we ignore obvious problems -- and how to act on them

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Social Studies, Business

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses how people often overlook obvious threats due to fear or denial, using the 2008 financial crisis as an example. It introduces the Gray Rhino metaphor for predictable but neglected threats, contrasting it with the Black Swan concept. The video compares how the US and China perceive financial risks and highlights cultural influences on risk perception. It emphasizes the importance of empowerment and control in addressing challenges and encourages open discussions about these issues.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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