590: Apollo’s Arrow, The Impact of Coronavirus on the Way We Live, Dr. Nicholas Christakis, Stanford University

Plagues have always been a part of the human experience, but the seriousness of COVID-19 is rare. Jason Hartman talks with author and professor, Dr. Nicholas Christakis. Dr. Christakis shares bits from his book Apollo’s Arrow: The Profound and Enduring Impact of Coronavirus on the Way We Live. As well, Jason probes Dr. Christakis of the blueprint of a good society - from selections of Blueprint: The Evolutionary Origins of a Good Society. Key Takeaways: [1:00] Unpacking: Apollo’s Arrow [2:45] What’s the severity of Coronavirus in comparison to past pandemics? [5:45] Dr. Christakis debunks some COVID-19 myths. [9:30] There are two critical epidemiological properties to understand about a virus: the infection fatality rate and the contagiousness (R-Naught). [14:45] The modern mind thinks science and tech have already solved all significant issues.  [16:15] We are fortunate to be in a period when a vaccine can be made available in real-time. [17:45] What is “good behavior” for surviving COVID-19? [21:30] The real estate industry is being reshaped, as it always has in times of pandemics.  [25:00] Talking about Blueprint, The Evolutionary Origins of A Good Society. [26:50] What’s the forbidden experiment? [28:45] A perfect natural experiment.  [34:20] That good feeling you get when in the presence of your friends was shaped by natural selection.  Websites: humannaturelab.net JasonHartman.com 1-800-HARTMAN