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The Pitfalls of Self-Help and Randomized Trials
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2:04:28 - 2:14:13 (09:45)

The idea that people who receive more medicine are healthier is a common misconception, and self-help books aren't always a surefire way to improve your well-being. Keeping secrets over time can be difficult with a large number of people or an unorganized organization.

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The idea that secrets can be kept for long periods is possible but ultimately depends on the number of people involved and the level of centralization and discipline within the organization trying to keep the secret.
2:04:28 - 2:10:48 (06:20)
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Secrets
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The idea that secrets can be kept for long periods is possible but ultimately depends on the number of people involved and the level of centralization and discipline within the organization trying to keep the secret.

Chapter
The Pitfalls of Self-Help and Randomized Trials
Episode
#292 – Robin Hanson: Alien Civilizations, UFOs, and the Future of Humanity
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
The podcast explores the idea that some people may not want to know the truth about medicine and the conspiracy theories surrounding it, which allege that the medical industry does not want people to know the truth about certain medicines to protect their own profit margins.
2:10:48 - 2:14:13 (03:24)
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Medicine
Summary

The podcast explores the idea that some people may not want to know the truth about medicine and the conspiracy theories surrounding it, which allege that the medical industry does not want people to know the truth about certain medicines to protect their own profit margins.

Chapter
The Pitfalls of Self-Help and Randomized Trials
Episode
#292 – Robin Hanson: Alien Civilizations, UFOs, and the Future of Humanity
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast