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Megan McArdle on the Oedipus Trap

Mar 20, 2023 · 01:14:38
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  • Megan McArdle discusses the 'Oedipus Trap' of irreversible mistakes.
  • Analyzes Walter Freeman's persistent belief in lobotomies despite alternatives.
  • Explores how individuals cope with profound, unintended negative consequences.

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