Inventing Plans: The True Power of Human Intelligence
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Resources & Recommendations
Books
- "Primal Intelligence: You Are Smarter Than You Know" by Angus Fletcher - This is the book discussed throughout the episode, focusing on a different kind of intelligence than logic and data, one that operates in low-information environments and is characterized by the ability to make new plans.
People Mentioned
- Dwight Eisenhower - His idea that the purpose of planning is to develop the planner, not the plan, is a core concept discussed in the episode.
- Vincent van Gogh - Credited by Angus Fletcher as an individual who embodied primal intelligence and credited Shakespeare.
- Marie Curie - Credited by Angus Fletcher as an individual who embodied primal intelligence and credited Shakespeare.
- Albert Einstein - Credited by Angus Fletcher as an individual who embodied primal intelligence and credited Shakespeare.
- Nikola Tesla - Credited by Angus Fletcher as an individual who embodied primal intelligence and credited Shakespeare.
- Klauswitz - Credited by Angus Fletcher as an individual who embodied primal intelligence.
- Steve Jobs - Credited by Angus Fletcher as an individual who embodied primal intelligence and credited Shakespeare.
- Michael Easter - His episode on "the comfort crisis" is mentioned as having echoes of points made in this episode.
- David Buss - His book "Matricide" and discussion on intuition are referenced as being consistent with Fletcher's arguments.
- Daniel Kahneman - His work on System 1 and System 2 thinking is critiqued by Fletcher, who argues for a different understanding of intuition.
- Tony Robbins - Mentioned as an example of someone who promotes a form of "wishful thinking" optimism.
Organizations & Institutions
- Library of Economics and Liberty - The parent organization for EconTalk.
- Shalem College in Jerusalem - Russ Roberts' affiliation.
- Stanford University's Hoover Institution - Russ Roberts' affiliation.
- Ohio State University - Angus Fletcher's affiliation as Professor of Story Science.
- Project Narrative - Described as the world's leading academic institute for the study of narrative at Ohio State University.
- Pixar - Mentioned as a place where Angus Fletcher connected with people who invent new stories.
- University of Southern California - Where Angus Fletcher held a job as a professor.
- U.S. Army Special Operations - Angus Fletcher worked extensively with this group, informing many of the book's concepts.
- NFL (National Football League) - Discussed as a relatable example of high-pressure decision-making and adaptability.
Websites & Online Resources
- econtalk.org - The website for the podcast, where listeners can subscribe, comment, and find links and archives.
Other Resources
- Shakespeare - Highlighted as a genius embodying primal intelligence, whose works offer lessons on spotting exceptions, generating fresh stories, and developing one's own intelligence.
- "Knight and Day" (movie) - Mentioned as an example of a film where a less skilled character is paired with a professional, and the concept of "no plan" is explored.
- "Wild Problems" (book) - Russ Roberts' book, which touches on embracing uncertainty.
- Camp Homefronts - Mentioned as a place where listeners can find information about the marriage counseling story.
- Tom and Jenn Satterly - Mentioned in relation to the marriage counseling story.