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Malcolm Gladwell Returns Again

2024/10/9
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Malcolm Gladwell discusses the 25th anniversary of his book "The Tipping Point" and how his perspective has evolved over time. He reflects on the book's optimistic premise and how the internet and COVID-19 have influenced his thinking. The conversation touches on personal experiences, success, and the complex issue of performance-enhancing drugs in sports.
  • Gladwell's first book reading had only three attendees.
  • The internet and COVID-19 shifted Gladwell's perspective on "The Tipping Point."
  • Gladwell bought a Saab 95 after the success of "The Tipping Point."

Shownotes Transcript

Malcolm Gladwell (Revenge of the Tipping Point) is a 5x New York Times bestselling author, journalist, and podcaster. Malcolm joins the Armchair Expert to discuss why he thinks people don’t talk about money enough, what he learned about covid superspreaders, and why he decided to write an antidote to his previous book. Malcolm and Dax talk about how many outsiders a group needs before it changes, how bad actors can hijack systems for their own gain, and how much they love a digression. Malcolm explains the culture of elite sports, his fascination with the city of Miami, and how television can be a transformative revolutionary force. 

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