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The Money Mondays
During the episode, Dan Fleyshman recommended the book as a way to grasp how fortunate modern humans are compared to earlier eras. He suggested listeners read it to gain perspective on progress and the benefits of the Enlightenment. The recommendation was presented as a valuable resource for understanding contemporary advantages.
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He suggested reading the book to understand how fortunate modern humans are compared to the past.
If you don't understand, read Steven Pinker's book, The Enlightenment Now.