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Prof. Timur Kuran on "The Portal", Episode #004: "The Economics of Revolution and Mass Deception."

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August 27, 2019

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In this fourth episode of "The Portal" podcast, Eric interviews renegade economist, Timur Kuran about his theory of revolutions and "Preference Falsification."

What happens when entire societies of individuals lie to themselves and to each other? Does it set the stage for revolutions? If you've wondered what force is sweeping the planet towards a mysterious populism bringing Brexit, Trump and other improbable phenomena out of the shadows, then this your portal to a new economics of black markets in truth, authenticity and hidden desires.

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Prof. Timur Kuran on "The Portal", Episode #004: "The Economics of Revolution and Mass Deception." · Eric Weinstein · Sentinel