Chapter
The Two Sides of Human Nature Revealed in War
02:32 - 08:23 (05:51)
War brings out both the darker and the more beautiful aspects of human nature, such as the ability to dehumanize others and to demonstrate great acts of kindness and humanity towards others.
Clips
Nobel Laureate Daniel Kahneman discusses the surprising extermination policy genocide by the German people during World War II and how it changed people's views on human behavior.
02:32 - 04:30 (01:58)
Psychology
Summary
Nobel Laureate Daniel Kahneman discusses the surprising extermination policy genocide by the German people during World War II and how it changed people's views on human behavior.
ChapterThe Two Sides of Human Nature Revealed in War
EpisodeDaniel Kahneman: Thinking Fast and Slow, Deep Learning, and AI
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
In war, the combination of dehumanization and uncontrolled power can bring out the darker sides of human nature but also the beautiful aspects.
04:30 - 08:23 (03:52)
War
Summary
In war, the combination of dehumanization and uncontrolled power can bring out the darker sides of human nature but also the beautiful aspects. However, it is possible to dehumanize people and treat them as animals when in a position of power.