Best of Wednesday 2024
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard
Deep Dive
Why did Molly McNearney take a significant pay cut to work on Jimmy Kimmel Live?
Molly McNearney took a significant pay cut to work on Jimmy Kimmel Live because she wanted to be closer to the comedy industry. Despite working longer hours and earning about a third of her previous salary, she loved being part of a live show and watching ideas come to life on air the same night.
What does Bill Gates wish he were smarter about?
Bill Gates wishes he were smarter because he is very tough on himself when he identifies flaws in his thinking. He values intelligence and believes that being smarter would help him think better and solve problems more effectively.
How did Finneas and Billie Eilish start collaborating musically?
Finneas and Billie Eilish started collaborating musically when Finneas, who was already producing music, asked Billie if she wanted to sing on some tracks he had written. Billie, who loved singing, agreed, and they began recording together, eventually leading to their breakthrough with the song 'Ocean Eyes.'
What challenges did Patrick Gagne face in his relationship due to his sociopathy?
Patrick Gagne faced challenges in his relationship because his sociopathy made it difficult for him to emote in the same way as his partner. His partner often took his lack of emotional expression personally, leading to misunderstandings. Gagne emphasized that their love was demonstrated differently, and his partner needed to accept that he would not change.
Why did Vanessa Marin struggle with orgasming with a partner despite her interest in sex?
Vanessa Marin struggled with orgasming with a partner because sex was performative for her, focused on her partner's pleasure rather than her own. She felt unable to initiate sex, give feedback, or show her partner what her body liked, leading to a disconnect between her interest in sex and her ability to enjoy it fully.
What is the difference between OCD and OCPD according to Allegra Kastens?
OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) is egodystonic, meaning the obsessions and compulsions cause distress and are unwanted. OCPD (Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder) is egosyntonic, meaning the person believes their preoccupation with control, perfectionism, and orderliness is the right way to be, even if it impairs others.
How did Purdue Pharma exploit a small group of doctors to fuel the opioid crisis?
Purdue Pharma exploited a small group of doctors by focusing their marketing efforts on the top 1% of doctors who prescribed the most opioids. These doctors, often in rural areas, were heavily targeted by sales reps, leading to millions of prescriptions and contributing significantly to the opioid crisis.
Why are women underrepresented in clinical trials for new drugs?
Women are underrepresented in clinical trials due to a lack of trust in the medical system and concerns about risks to their reproductive health. Additionally, researchers often fail to actively recruit women, leading to a bidirectional issue where women are both hesitant to participate and not adequately reached out to.
What historical example does Yuval Harari use to explain the power of information networks?
Yuval Harari uses the example of the billions of portraits of Jesus, none of which are authentic, to explain the power of information networks. These portraits, created from human imagination, connected billions of people into a network that shared values, built institutions, and even went to wars, demonstrating how information can unite people despite being fictional.
What is the significance of having three women on a corporate board according to Malcolm Gladwell?
Having three women on a corporate board is significant because it creates a 'block' that can no longer be ignored. With one woman, she is often treated as a token. With two, she has a friend. But with three, women can act collectively, influence decisions, and be taken seriously, fundamentally changing the dynamics of the board.
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