The Power of Uncertainty | David Spiegelhalter

The Power of Uncertainty | David Spiegelhalter

Released Tuesday, 25th March 2025
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The Power of Uncertainty | David Spiegelhalter

The Power of Uncertainty | David Spiegelhalter

The Power of Uncertainty | David Spiegelhalter

The Power of Uncertainty | David Spiegelhalter

Tuesday, 25th March 2025
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Certainty is an illusion—so how do we navigate an unpredictable world? Professor Sir David Spiegelhalter, aka Professor Risk, unpacks the art of uncertainty, revealing why randomness, luck, and probability shape everything. Are we ever truly in control? What separates risk from recklessness? And why do we trust data that’s often wrong?

Discover how lucky people think, why free will might be a myth, and how to make smarter decisions in a world ruled by chaos. If you’ve ever questioned the odds, this mind-expanding conversation will change the way you see risk, luck, and the future.

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TIMESTAMPS0:00 And Joseph Jaffy is not famous today I'm joined by Professor Sir David Spiegelhalter1:14 Teller says Joseph Jaffy not famous love you4:00 So many paths to go down this concept of living in a VUCA world12:33 What is it to be a lucky person? What truly is luck?23:29 Why are we so excited about odds we have no chance in winning?46:52 We can’t admit we’re uncertain because people won’t trust us—totally untrue1:06:23 You are Chuck Norris approved and we will be back

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